Francis Rookstool

Francis Peter Rookstool went to be with his one and only love Jan on Thursday June 7, 2012, He was born to Ernest and Margaret Rookstool on September 17,1932, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
He was preceded in death by his best friend and true love, Jan. Also waiting at heavens gate to meet him are his parents: Ernest and Margaret Rookstool, his sister: Marie Matthews, two grandchildren Jack Douglas Rookstool and Jenifer Lee Irving.
Left to cherish his memory and great sense of humor are his sister: Anna Margaret Badrak Delaware, brother: Robert James Rookstool of Pennsylvania, son: Jack Douglas Rookstool and Susie of Pennsylvania, son: Michael AndrewRookstool and Martha of Texas, daughter Teresa Francis Irving and Brian of Texas, son: Brian James Rookstool and Criselda of Texas, son : Bruce Allen Rookstool and Ana of Texas as well as 15 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren and many great friends.
Francis worked as a factory worker in a hanger factory. He was kept on when Bendix Corporation took over the factory. Fran was a dedicated employee for over 30 years. Francis served as a volunteer fire fighter and on the city council in Nicholson , Pennsylvania. He was also an avid hunter and fisherman. After retiring the first time, he continued to work for a 2nd company Kierfott, for a short time before his true retirement parties. While in Pennsylvania, he was not only a dedicated employee but also ran three successful businesses. One was an electrical contracting business, a second was pool building business, and an extremely successful bar and restaurant called the Skyview Inn shortly before moving to Texas.
The family would like to thank all of his doctors, Valley Regional Medical Center Staff, South Texas Rehab. Hosp. Staff, and Brownsville E.M.S. for the care they provided the last month of his life.
In lieu of flowers, the family would like all donations made to: Incarnate Word Academy or to First Baptist School. They will also have a celebration of his and Jan life on July 7, 2012 when all his children can come together. They would like to invite all his friends to join them.