Raymond N. Roskopf

Raymond Roskopf passed away peacefully on Saturday February 3, 2024 with his family at his side. Ray was born February 18, 1940 to John and Anna Roskopf in Goldendale. He graduated from St. Boniface Grade School and West Bend High School. He married Diane (Dee Dee) Koenings in Barton on February 7, 1959, and after a few years living in Goldendale, they moved to West Bend in 1961 and raised their family. Ray began working at Gehl Company and while there developed a passion for community service. He later joined the West Bend Fire Department as a volunteer firefighter. When the City of West Bend formed a full-time fire department in 1975 he joined as a full-time firefighter. He continued to move up the ranks in the department and served as Fire Chief from 1995 until he retired March 17, 1999.
Ray was actively involved at Holy Angels Church working at the church festival, basketball tournaments, bingo nights and many other service opportunities for the church. His faith in God was evident to all and attending church masses was an important part of his daily life.
Ray had many hobbies and activities he was involved in over the years throughout his life. When he was younger, he played softball many times a week and nearly every weekend in tournaments. He also enjoyed playing in basketball, volleyball and pool leagues. As he got older and began to slow down a bit, he became more involved in golf and bowling. Ray and Diane also enjoyed their occasional trips to Las Vegas, Biloxi and other casino locations. And of course, he always loved to sit down for a game of sheepshead.
Ray is survived by his children, Daniel (Kerry) of Jackson, David of Jackson, Mark (Vicki) of Vancouver, WA and Laurie McLean (Mike) of West Bend; grandchildren Jennifer Wolf (fiancé Shawn), Michael (Ashley), Kimberly, Rachel (Matt) Brueser, Jared Taylor, Jenika Taylor, and Zachary Taylor, Andrew (Courtney) McLean and Steven McLean as well as 6 great grandchildren Adilyn, Julia, Maddie, Abbie, Jude and Lillian. He is survived by one sister Arlene Frey and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Diane and 9 brothers and sisters.
Ray was eager to be in the presence of the people he loved. Whether traveling around the U.S. to visit family and friends or driving throughout the state to celebrate with his grandchildren and great grandchildren, you would often find him capturing these special moments behind his camera lens to cherish forever. Ray enjoyed many Packers, Badgers, Brewers and Bucks games, golf outings and evenings spent around the card table. His laugh filled the room as he would share in stories with friends and family, and his desire to know how each person was truly doing left many feeling loved. Ray was "always there" and is remembered most for his tender heart.
A celebration of Ray's life will take place on Friday, February 9, 2024 with a eulogy at 9:45 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Angels Catholic Church. Rev. Howard Hasse will preside and burial will follow in Holy Angels Cemetery. The family will greet relatives and friends at Holy Angels Catholic Church on Thursday, February 8 from 4:00 p.m. until a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Holy Angels School Trust Fund or to the charity of your choice.
The Schmidt Funeral Home in West Bend is serving the family. If you would like to leave a message of comfort and condolence please visit www.schmidtfuneralhome.com