Roglic, Joseph F.
Kalamazoo

Age 80, passed away on Tuesday, November 23, 2021. Joseph was born in Van Buren County on March 7, 1941, the son of the late Simon and Frances (Kahl) Roglic. On July 18, 1964, he would be united in marriage to Helen L. Bixler and together they made Kalamazoo their home. Joe worked hard to provide for his family taking a job with the City of Kalamazoo Public Works Department. When not working, he enjoyed camping and travel, going on bicycle rides and listening to country music. He was a member of Hope Reformed Church where his smile and greeting will be missed. Joe was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was proud of his family and leaves them with many wonderful memories to cherish. He is survived by his wife, Helen Roglic; eight children, Joseph Roglic Jr., Robert (Tim) Roglic, Karen Roglic, John (Michelle) Roglic, Twanett Wesseling, Sam Branham Jr., Ronald (Cathy) Branham, and Larry Branham; many grandchildren and several great-grandchildren; a sister, Anna Sinkler; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Joe was also preceded in passing by two siblings, Allen and Samuel Roglic and a son, Richard Branham. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, November 30, 2021, beginning at 11:00 AM, at Hope Reformed Church, 910 Jenks Blvd. Kalamazoo, MI 49006. The family will receive friends at the church beginning at 10:00 AM, one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park North. Memorial contributions may be made to the West Michigan Cancer Center, c/o the funeral home.