John D. Grosko

John D. Grosko, 98, passed away June 30, 2016, at Victory Hills Senior Living. John was born November 25, 1917 in Kansas City, Kansas to Andrew J. and Mary (Pavelko) Grosko and was a lifelong resident of Kansas City, KS. He was graduated from St Cyril and Methodius Grade School and Bishop Ward High School. John served during WWII in the US Army, 32nd Armored Regiment, Third Armored Division as a radio operator. He fought at Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes and Central Europe receiving The Bronze Star. John worked for T.W.A. for 26 years retiring as a stock officer in 1982. He was a member of the Eagles Lodge #87 and IAM Local #1652. He enjoyed league bowling, playing cards and socializing with friends. Preceding him in death were his parents and twelve siblings. He is survived by many nieces and nephews, their children and grandchildren.
John would like to thank his many caregivers for their kindness during his illness. He was a witty gentlemen who entertained us with light-hearted jokes and stories of his youth. In later life, he particularly got a kick out of his great-great niece and great-great nephews. We loved him, and cherished him as our last link to the Grosko family.
Visitation will be held from 9-10 am Friday, July 8, 2016 at Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, 44 N. Mill St., Kansas City, KS. Mass of Christian Burial will follow the visitation at 10 am. Burial to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Kansas City, KS. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to St. Cyril's or Kansas City Hospice. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.skradskifh-kc.com
John D. Grosko, 98, passed away June 30, 2016, at Victory Hills Senior Living. John was born November 25, 1917 in Kansas City, Kansas to Andrew J. and Mary (Pavelko) Grosko and was a lifelong resident of Kansas City, KS. He was graduated from St Cyril and Methodius Grade School and Bishop Ward High School. John served during WWII in the US Army, 32nd Armored Regiment, Third Armored Division as a radio operator. He fought at Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes and Central Europe receiving The Bronze Star. John worked for T.W.A. for 26 years retiring as a stock officer in 1982. He was a member of the Eagles Lodge #87 and IAM Local #1652. He enjoyed league bowling, playing cards and socializing with friends. Preceding him in death were his parents and twelve siblings. He is survived by many nieces and nephews, their children and grandchildren. John would like to thank his many caregivers for their kindness during his illness. He was a witty gentlemen who entertained us with light-hearted jokes and stories of his youth. In later life, he particularly got a kick out of his great-great niece and great-great nephews. We loved him, and cherished him as our last link to the Grosko family. Visitation will be held from 9-10 am Friday, July 8, 2016 at Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, 44 N. Mill St., Kansas City, KS. Mass of Christian Burial will follow the visitation at 10 am. Burial to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Kansas City, KS. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to St. Cyril's or Kansas City Hospice. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.skradskifh-kc.com
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SERVICES Visitation
Friday, July 8, 2016 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church 44 N. Mill Kansas City, Kansas 66101
Mass of Christian Burial
Friday, July 8, 2016 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church 44 N. Mill Kansas City, Kansas 66101
Burial
Friday, July 8, 2016 11:30 AM
Mt. Calvary Cemetery 38 & State Kansas City, Kansas 66102