Robert Roscoe
May 9, 1933 ~ September 10, 2013
Robert J. Roscoe, 80, Fargo, passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2013 at Sanford Health.
Robert was born May 9, 1933 in Jamestown, North Dakota to John T. and Dorothy (Schmid) Roscoe. The family made their home in Montpelier, ND before moving to Dickey in 1944. He graduated in 1951 from Dickey High School. After graduation from high school he attended NDSU. He went home and worked for 6 months in the elevator. Robert attended Ellendale College for a time before enlisting in the army in 1953. He was stationed in Korea. Robert was discharged in 1956 as a sergeant. He started working with the Fargo Police Department in 1956. He married Jerry Cuypers on September 23, 1980 in Jamestown. He retired in 1989 as Police Captain after 33 years. After retirement he worked for the Federal Courts as Court Security Officer retiring on January 24, 2005.
Robert was a member of the Moose Lodge, VFW, American Legion, AMVets and Disabled American Veterans.
He enjoyed hunting and fishing.
He is survived by his son, Todd (Supinda) Roscoe, Alpharetta, GA; daughter, Tami Bem, Arthur, IA; stepdaughter, Gigi (Vern) Heltemes, Moorhead, MN; brother, Neil (Eva) Roscoe; sister, Shirley (Vernon) Williams, Fargo; grandchildren, Shane, Jody, Trinity, Trevor, Matthew, Dustin, Misty, Kristin, Kaleigh; and several great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Jerry, parents, and daughters, Vickie and Roberta.
In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred to the Dickey Cemetery.
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I grew up as one of Bob’s neighbors and counted his late daughter, Roberta, as one of our good friends. So sorry for all of Roberta’s siblings to lose their dad. I know all of us in the Neal family want to convey our condolences. Peggy, Mary, Kathi, Carol, Sally & Bob.
I met Bob while working at the federal courthouse. His presence was always known! I never saw him without a smile on his face or a story to tell. It didn’t take long for conversation to reveal we were from the same hometown area…it’s a small world! He will be missed!
Thoughts & Prayers,
Kris Baeth Shipley
Canton SDI had the pleasure of working with Bob at the Fargo Police Department from the mid 80s to the mid 90s. He was an Icon in the department, everyone in town knew Bob. To Bob’s family, you should all be very proud of what your father has accomplished.
David Miller
Police Chief
Canton, South Dakota
Fargo ND
Bob was a great neighbor. We lived next door for 20 years and enjoyed many conversations. Bob watched our kids grow up and they enjoyed Bob. We had a gardening co-op for 3 years in his yard, his knowledge, our labor! It was fun. We were happy for him when he moved to One Oak but sad to see him leave. We’ll miss you Bob.
Bob was an outstanding police officer. I enjoyed my association with him during the time I was on the Fargo City Commission.
Bob was a straight talking person and was easy to get him say what was on his mind. He worked hard for the City of Fargo and was always respectful of others.
Mort Mazaheri
Former Fargo City Commissioner
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