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1932
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Walter Roskowski Obituary
CMSgt Roskowski was born to the late Walter and Anna (nee Yostrum) Roskowski on June 4, 1932, in Plymouth, PA. He graduated from Lehman-Jackson High School in 1950, where he was the star quarterback. In 1951, Walter enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, where he was stationed to Chanute Air Force Base, Rantoul, IL. and received his flight training. Chief Roskowski was a Flight Engineer during his career in the U.S. Air Force until his retirement in 1974, serving his country for 23 years. He was proud of his military service and honored to serve his country. After his retirement, he followed a new career path and took up upholstery. He would work out of a shed in his backyard until opening his business, Walt's Upholstery, in O'Fallon, IL.
Chief Roskowski was a brave and loyal soldier, as well as a loving father and grandfather. He met his wife, Shirley, while stationed at Chanute Air Force Base. They married August 10, 1952.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Shirley; son, Walter; grandson, John; parents, Walter and Anna; and sister, Rita.
He is survived by his children, Toni (John) Kimball, of Caseyville, IL; Patricia Roskowski, of O'Fallon, IL; Steven (Helen) Roskowski, of Troy, IL; William (Tammy) Roskowski, of Alabama; Bruce (Tina) Roskowski, of O'Fallon, IL; Deborah (Kevin) Potter, of Millersburg, PA; brother, Norman (Janie) Roskowski, of Pittston, PA; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Wreaths Across America at wreathsacrossamerica.org or to Patriot Guard Riders of Illinois.
Condolences may be shared with Walter's family online at www.wfh-ofallon.com.
Visitation will be held 5 to 8 p.m., Sunday, November 17, 2024, at Wolfersberger Funeral Home. Procession will depart the funeral home at 10:45 a.m., Monday, November 18, 2024 for a Graveside Service at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, where military honors will be rendered.
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Terry & Patti Hanson
November 1, 2024
Helen & Family: We are so very sorry. He is family. May he RIP!
Terry & Patti Hanson
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Mary Ellen Boyne
October 30, 2024
Steve, Helen and family, we were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts at this difficult time.
Mary Ellen & John
PHIL ODOM
October 30, 2024
A SLOW SALUTE - TO A FELLOW VETERAN AND A NATIONAL HERO
THANK YOU - FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY.
We will remember you always and miss you dearly.
Take your Warrior's rest for a duty well done.
For the Family:
Even though I've never met your loved one,
I wish to extend my deepest sympathy for your loss.
May the force of GOD be with you as you walk through this difficult time.
May the loving promises of our LORD and Savior comfort you
and give you peace and understanding.
As a grateful Veteran, I hope you accept this as a small token of appreciation
for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one to our Country.
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