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BRODERICK Chief Master Sargent ret John Patrick Broderick Jr. passed away at 9:10 AM on Tuesday, July 7, 2015 in San Antonio, Texas with his wife and family at his side. He was born July 23, 1931 in Westfield, Massachusetts to John P. Broderick and Mary Rita Warga Broderick. A veteran of both Korean and Vietnam wars, John served his country honorably and proudly with the U.S. Air Force for 39 years, retiring in 1991. John always displayed a wonderful knack for solving problems and mechanical skills so he continued working after his retirement. He worked in production management thru Civil Service at Kelly AFB and continued in the air force reserves with the 433 rd squadron as a flight engineer. He leaves his loving memories to be cherished by his loving wife of 64 years Rosa M. Broderick; daughters Mary Ann Broderick and Linda Broderick; sons John M. Broderick, Jose A. Broderick, Thomas M. Broderick and Miguel Broderick; grandchildren Jennifer Broderick-Craig, Rozeanne Araujo, Rose Broderick-Hare, Bernadette Hagmeier, Katherine Valdez, Monica Broderick, Christina Broderick-Ortegon, John P. Broderick III, Anthony, Joseph and Emilio Broderick; great grandchildren Benjamin Jimenez, Isabella Araujo, Sophie Araujo, Samuel Hare, Ethan and Kiera Hagmeier, Aurora Santos, Andres and Naomi Valdez and Tesla Broderick. John was a hardworking man and was dedicated to his family. He was a very kind and loving soul; he had a loving and generous heart, and was always giving to others. John touched the lives of many people with his smile and generosity, and maintained his sense of humour all the way to the end. Although it was difficult toward the end of his time with us, John gave us all such courage and hope and reminded us of the preciousness of life. John truly lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures; chatting with friends and family, and spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren. He was a devoted fan of Texas lottery and never missed a day buying his tickets. John will be dearly missed but never forgotten. As he would always say, "I'll see ya." Services will be held at Brookhill Funeral Home, San Antonio, Texas at 711 S.E. Military Drive. Viewing will begin Friday July 10th 2015 at 5:00 pm. A rosary will be held later that evening at 7:00 pm. A Mass for Catholic Burial will be held Saturday July 11th 2015 at St Mary's Church, Somerset, Texas at 19711 9th Street. Entombment will follow at Oak Island Cemetery, Oak Island Texas. Friends and relatives are invited and may call at the Brookhill Funeral Home beginning Friday at 5:00 pm.

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John Patrick Broderick, Jr.

July 23, 1931 - July 7, 2015