Roosevelt McCaskill

Roosevelt McCaskill was born on November 15, 1932 in Lee County, South Carolina. He was the eldest of eight children of Samuel McCaskill (deceased) and Annie Mae McCaskill. He entered eternal rest at 3:45 a.m. on January 1, 2004. His sister, Zuleen Lee, preceded him in death.The family moved to Baltimore when Roosevelt was very young. At an early age Roosevelt was baptized at the First Baptist Church in Mt. Winans, Md.Roosevelt received his education in the Baltimore City Public School System. He graduated from the Old Carver High School in 1952. Until his health failed, he continued to be and active member of the Carver Alumni Association.Shortly after graduation, Roosevelt enlisted in the army, fought in the Korean War, and received three medals. In 1954, Roosevelt married his sweetheart, the former Peggy Sweetenburg on August 20th. From this union, four children were born. His greatest love, second to his family was GOLF. At a very young age, Roosevelt became a golf caddy at Carroll Park Golf Course. As a result of being exposed to golf at such an early age, he had a great passion and zeal for the game of golf. He was very proud of the fact that he beat the Pro at Forest Park Golf Course on several occasions. Over the years, he has won many tournaments around the City. Roosevelt had won more than 50 trophies for golf starting from the late 1960’s.Roosevelt always believed in hard work. As a young man he developed a strong work ethic. He always worked hard to provide for his family. In his spare time, he often worked as a repairman. Roosevelt was employed at C&P Telephone Company. He retired on December 14, 1991 short of 30 years of service and became self-employed as an electrician.Roosevelt made numerous friends wherever he went and was known for his friendly smile and his down to earth personality. He cared deeply about his community and the youth of the neighborhood. He was past president of the Fairview-Norfolk Neighborhood Association and Liberty Elementary PTA. He was also a Scout Leader for the Boys Scouts/Cub Scouts.Everyone who knew him and came in contact with him will sincerely miss Roosevelt. He was true friend and a devoted family man; the epitome of a man.He leaves to mourn: his wife, Peggy; mother, Annie Mae McCaskill; mother-in-law, Panzie Sweetenburg; one son, Darrell McCaskill; three daughters, Doris Harrigan, Lorraine McCaskill and Christine Holland; two sons-in-law, Jasper Holland and Philip Harrigan; seven grandchildren, Juan, Janelle, Jamal, Shannon, Jasper Jr., Jamil and Christopher; three great-grandchildren, Jasmine, Cyrus Jr., Juan Jr.; two brothers, John McCaskill and Harold McCaskill; four sisters, Ilethea McKenzie, Annie Thompson, Betty Berry and Roselyn Elvoid; four brothers-in-law, George Sweetenburg, Richard McKenzie, Louis Berry and Houston Elvoid; three sisters-in-law, Cora Blakney, Brenda Sweetenburg and Marilyn McCaskill; a dear neighbor, Francine Vaughn; and a host of other relatives and friends.

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Roosevelt McCaskill

November 15, 1932 - January 1, 2004