Obituary for John “Jake” T. Hrobsky
 

John “Jake” T. Hrobsky, 75, of Georgetown, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on September 2, 2025, one month before his 76th birthday, after a long and courageous battle with multiple health challenges.
 

Jake was born on October 16, 1949, in Watertown, Wisconsin, to the late George Oliver Hrobsky and Myrtle Emily Hrobsky. He was the beloved husband of Valerie (Hintzmann) Hrobsky, with whom he shared a lifetime of love and partnership. Together they raised a close-knit family and built a life filled with love, laughter, and resilience.
 

He was the devoted father of Julie Roehm and her husband, Mike; Jon Hrobsky and his wife, Lisa; and Jill Hrobsky. Jake was a proud and loving grandfather to Nick and Luke Roehm, and Charlotte and Amber Hrobsky, who brought him immeasurable joy. He is also survived by his siblings Chuck Hrobsky, Jim Hrobsky, Judy Schwantes, and Mary Kautzer.
 

Jake graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire in 1971 with a degree in Medical Technology and went on to enjoy a successful career in sales and executive leadership with several medical supply companies, including Corning Medical, Scientific Products, and Cochlear Corporation. His work brought him to live in several states across the U.S., before he and Valerie made the joyful decision to retire in Panama, where they lived for over seven years. In 2016, they returned to the U.S. and made Georgetown, Texas, their home.
 

An avid golfer, Jake was always happiest on the course with friends, playing the game he loved right up until the end. He also enjoyed playing card games, the game of Joker, and working puzzles. Jake dedicated time to serving others, including many years as a member of the Kiwanis Club in Wisconsin. Later, in retirement, he volunteered with “COPS” (Citizens on Patrol), a neighborhood safety program in his Sun City community. Known for his quick wit, loyalty to friends, and unwavering pride in his family, Jake leaves behind a legacy defined by love, laughter, and resilience. His family was by his side as he passed, a reflection of the devotion he inspired in all who loved him.
 

Jake’s life was also a testament to perseverance. He faced decades of health challenges, including heart disease, vocal cord cancer, kidney failure, and melanoma. In 2022, he received the extraordinary gift of life when his daughter Julie donated her kidney to him. Despite these struggles, he lived with courage, humor, and determination, placing the well-being of others before his own.
 

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to Heart to Heart Hospice for their kind and compassionate care during Jake’s final days.
 

A memorial service to celebrate Jake’s life will be held on Saturday, October 11, from 3:30–6:30 p.m. at Mulligan’s on Dove Hollow Trail in Sun City, Texas. Friends and loved ones are welcome to attend.
 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Kidney Foundation in Jake’s honor at: https://kidneytribute.rallybound.org/JohnHrobsky
 

Jake will be deeply missed but forever remembered by his family, friends, and all who were blessed to know him.