1943
James
2016
James Broskoff
August 1, 1943 — March 25, 2016
A memorial service for James "Jim" Broskoff will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, March 30, 2016 at St. Theodore Catholic Church. Father Russell Scepaniak will officiate. Visitation will be held from 4 – 7 PM on Tuesday at the Bonnerup Funeral Service Chapel, as well as one hour prior to the service at the church. Military honors will be accorded by the Freeborn County Veteran's Groups.
Jim passed away surrounded by his family on Friday, March 25, 2016 at his home in Albert Lea. He was 72 years old.
James M. Broskoff was born on August 1, 1943 to Michael and Edith (Sipple) Broskoff. He attended and graduated from Ellendale High School. He later graduated with a 2 year degree from the Austin Vocational and Technical College. In 1961, Jim joined the United States Army where he served honorably until 1964. He then joined the Army Reserves until his honorable discharge in 1967.
On June 18, 1966, he was united in marriage to Susan K. (Crouch) at St. Theodore Catholic Church in Albert Lea. The couple was blessed with five daughters. Jim was a member of St. Theodore Catholic Church. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 56, was a part of the Crossroads Camper Club, and was a 4H Leader. Jim was a carpenter and contractor by trade. He was a maintenance specialist for the Albert Lea School District #241, until his retirement in 2005. After retiring, Jim and Sue enjoyed winters in Arizona.
In his free time, Jim enjoyed camping, fishing, boating, and playing cards. Jim was very mechanical and handy; he could fix anything that was put in front of him. He also liked to be involved at the YMCA where he was a part of the "swim team." Above all, spending time with his family and friends was always important, and he cherished every moment he got to spend with them.
He is preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Roger Broskoff; and a grandson in infancy, Baby Boy Thorson.
He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Susan; children, Melinda (Dwight) Penhollow of Albert Lea, Nicole Broskoff of Albert Lea, Danielle (John) Schipper of Albert Lea, Rachael (Tony) Ingalls of Waseca, and Megan (Jud) Thorson of Glenville; grandchildren, Nick, Chelsie (Joe), Sydnie, Ben (Lindsay), Blair (Jason), Bria, Brody, Bryce, Beau, Lindsey, Hannah, Paityn, Mike, Josh, Cierra, Chase, Macy, Bailey, and Kash; great-grandchildren, Jaxson, Isabella, Adilyn, and Colton; siblings, Tom (Sybil) Broskoff of Albert Lea, Don Broskoff of Dodge Center, Betty (Allan) Brandt of Frazee, MN, David (Diane) Broskoff of Ellendale, and Mark (Susan) Broskoff of Albert Lea; as well as many other loving relatives and friends.
Per Jim's wishes, donations are preferred to St. Theodore School or the American Legion.
Jim passed away surrounded by his family on Friday, March 25, 2016 at his home in Albert Lea. He was 72 years old.
James M. Broskoff was born on August 1, 1943 to Michael and Edith (Sipple) Broskoff. He attended and graduated from Ellendale High School. He later graduated with a 2 year degree from the Austin Vocational and Technical College. In 1961, Jim joined the United States Army where he served honorably until 1964. He then joined the Army Reserves until his honorable discharge in 1967.
On June 18, 1966, he was united in marriage to Susan K. (Crouch) at St. Theodore Catholic Church in Albert Lea. The couple was blessed with five daughters. Jim was a member of St. Theodore Catholic Church. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 56, was a part of the Crossroads Camper Club, and was a 4H Leader. Jim was a carpenter and contractor by trade. He was a maintenance specialist for the Albert Lea School District #241, until his retirement in 2005. After retiring, Jim and Sue enjoyed winters in Arizona.
In his free time, Jim enjoyed camping, fishing, boating, and playing cards. Jim was very mechanical and handy; he could fix anything that was put in front of him. He also liked to be involved at the YMCA where he was a part of the "swim team." Above all, spending time with his family and friends was always important, and he cherished every moment he got to spend with them.
He is preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Roger Broskoff; and a grandson in infancy, Baby Boy Thorson.
He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Susan; children, Melinda (Dwight) Penhollow of Albert Lea, Nicole Broskoff of Albert Lea, Danielle (John) Schipper of Albert Lea, Rachael (Tony) Ingalls of Waseca, and Megan (Jud) Thorson of Glenville; grandchildren, Nick, Chelsie (Joe), Sydnie, Ben (Lindsay), Blair (Jason), Bria, Brody, Bryce, Beau, Lindsey, Hannah, Paityn, Mike, Josh, Cierra, Chase, Macy, Bailey, and Kash; great-grandchildren, Jaxson, Isabella, Adilyn, and Colton; siblings, Tom (Sybil) Broskoff of Albert Lea, Don Broskoff of Dodge Center, Betty (Allan) Brandt of Frazee, MN, David (Diane) Broskoff of Ellendale, and Mark (Susan) Broskoff of Albert Lea; as well as many other loving relatives and friends.
Per Jim's wishes, donations are preferred to St. Theodore School or the American Legion.
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