| 1. | John Joseph Roscoe was born on 29 Oct 1953 in Billings, Yellowstone County, Montana, United States; died on 6 Feb 2009 in Billings, Yellowstone County, Montana, United States; was buried in Mountview Cemetery, Billings, Yellowstone County, Montana, United States. Other Events and Attributes:
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John Joseph Roscoe
John came into this world to greet his extensive family on Oct. 29, 1953, at Billings. He returned his gift of life to God on Feb. 6, 2009, surrounded by his family and loved ones.
He was the son of William Patrick Roscoe and Emily Covert Roscoe. He attended Holy Rosary School and graduated from Billings Central Catholic High School. Later, he attended Montana State University. In 1974, he married Kara Clayton and they later divorced. He worked at Roscoe Steel and various other places in Billings.
John's interests were wide and eclectic. He had a lifelong love of aviation and model plane building. He was an excellent photographer and many of his photos are among his family's most prized possessions. At times, he enjoyed painting and drawing. He logged thousands of miles walking and his favorite destination was Rainbow House, where he enjoyed his friends and buddies. He'd ride his bike in fair weather to and from the Billings Clinic for meals in the cafeteria. He loved and enjoyed his family, rifle hunting, the family cabins on the Stillwater River above Absarokee and sitting in the sun and reinventing the day. He was always his own man and did things his own way. His musical tastes included The Beatles, The Eagles, Jimi Hendrix and Kenny G.
John was preceded in death by his brother, Judson Michael; and his father, William Patrick. He is survived by his mother; his son, Scott Roscoe and Scott's brother Jamey Clayton; as well as grandchildren, Austyn and Christian. Also Jim (Lin) Roscoe, Mike (Amy) Roscoe, Tris (Jim) Salyer, all of Billings. In addition, Katie (Tom) Stack of Missoula and Bill Roscoe III of Sacramento, Calif. Other survivors are very special to him and include his nieces and nephews Clay, Matt, Molly, Toby, Anna, Eddie, Willie, Colleen, Judson, John, Joe and Jimmy.
The family offers special thanks to Peggy Hough of Rainbow House and Fr. John Houlihan of St. Patrick's Co-Cathedral for being John's friends and comfort, especially in his final struggle with cancer.
Peacefully sleep comes to a dear and beloved heart. Sweet dreams, John.
Memorials should be directed to the benefit of the Rainbow House, 925 N. 18th, Billings, MT 59101.
Visitation will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, at Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary. The Funeral Mass will be 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 9, at St. Patrick's Co-Cathedral.
Remembrances may be shared with the family by visiting www.michelottisawyers.com.
The Billings Gazette
February 07, 2009
Family/Spouse: Kara Clayton. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]
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1953 - 2009 (55 years)
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