MSgt (Ret) Joseph Charles Petrosky, died unexpectedly in Abilene TX on 10 May 2024 at the age of 73. Funeral services will be held Friday May 17, 2024 at 11am at St. Vincent Pallotti Catholic Church, 2525 Westview Dr. Abilene, TX, 79603, with burial to follow at the Texas State Veteran Cemetery. Family will receive friends Thursday from 5-7pm at North's Funeral Home. Rosary will begin at 6pm. Joseph is preceded in death by Parents Joseph and Josephine Petrosky. Joseph is survived by Sister Karen and husband Richard Liston. Sister Joan and husband Brian Hemeli. Brother Steven and Sister in law JoAnn Petrosky. Joseph is survived by spouse Rebecca Petrosky, 7 Children, 14 Grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren. Daughter Vangie and husband Johnny Duck with Jennie, Jessica, Chloe and Roman. Son Alfonso and wife Cristina Petrosky with Alex, Jacob, and Samantha. Son Joseph and wife Bing Petrosky. Son Jonathon and wife Teresa Petrosky with Angelina, Isabelle, Orion, Osiris and Luci. Son Donald and wife Courtney Petrosky with Tristan and Ian. Daughter Diana and Paul Pape with Cameron, Michael and PJ. Son Patrick and wife Gina Petrosky with Lilyana. Had his first job as a paperboy, delivering newspapers to the neighborhood. He was a man dedicated to Service of others with 22 years in the Air Force. First half as security forces protecting missiles, deployed to remote areas such as Alaska and Korea. Second half of his careers as a service trainer manager encouraging everyone to better themselves while active duty. He was Stationed in the Philippines where he meet his wife of 53 years. Retired out of Clovis New Mexico where he retuned to Chicago Illinois but not to rest. He continuously fought for veterans rights working with disabled vets where he distinguished himself earning multiple awards for his dedication. He started at the American Legion for 15 years, then directly with the Veterans Administration for 10 years changing the system within, and finally with the State of Illinois. His loyalty was to his family. Tradition and customs were embedded in everyday life. His commitment to honor, integrity and service above self inspired all his kids. 5 of the 7 kids joined the Air Force and Army. 2 with State jobs and 1 with a Federal job. Joseph couldn't have been more Proud. He was a Proud Grandfather with no favorites. Loved cheering on his grandkids Cameron in hockey, PJ in baseball and Lilyana in Lacrosse. Jessica walking in her Grandpas boots as she joined the Navy going to the same school in San Antonio for Security Forces Training. Telling stories of Alaska to Angelina and Isabelle. Would take them all to Icecream Friday escapes. Always ensured he had stocked jar of cookies on the table and fruit in the fridge. Retired in Abilene TX, where he adopted his Cowboy persona. Boots, 6 shooter, chaps and Cowboy Hat. Went shooting on occasion to keep up his aim and just enjoy life. Reading westerners was his guilty pleasure. It was always a challenge to find him a book he didn't already read. Services entrusted to North's Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at www.northsfuneralhome.com.