John M. Bakosh (Uncle John), 95
John M. Bakosh (Uncle John), age 95, of Crossville, TN, passed away on October 27, 2024, at Cumberland Medical Center.
Mr. Bakosh was born on October 9, 1929, in Oak Lawn, Illinois, son of the late Matthew Bakosh and Marion (Supanz) Bakosh.
John served our country in the United State Airforce. He was also an automotive business owner. His hobby was flying. He kept his 1944 Howard DGA15 at the Crossville Airport. His happiest moments were flying. He was at the Oshkosh Airshow and other airshows from Texas to Georgia.
He is survived by his sister, Edith Gilson (Herb); nieces, Valerie Capper and Stephanie Bakosh; and numerous other nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, John is preceded in death by his wife, Ardis Leontios Bakosh; sisters, Lorene, Mary Ann, and Jean; and brother, Matthew.
Private Family Services were held in Chicago.
Arrangements and Care provided by Bilbrey Funeral Home and Cremation Service.