- Date Of Death: May 27, 2017
- State: Indiana
Victor S. Brotko “Coach Vic” age 74, of Highland, formerly of Lake Station, IN, passed away Saturday, May 27, 2017. He is survived by his loving wife of 24 years, Cathy (nee Bogovich); son, Dennis (Corrine) Noyce; stepchildren, Michelle (Joe Oakley) Malec, AnnMarie “Annie” Malec, and Beth (Matthew) Carney; grandchildren, Mattie, Shane, and Bridget; sister, Julienne (late Paul David Close, late Michael Walsh) Close-Walsh; numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Amy Ann who he calls “My special Angel” and his parents, Stanley Jr. and Gertrude Brotko.
Coach Vic retired after 37 years of service from US Steel. He coached Lake Station baseball and football teams, and volunteered and coached Munster Chalengers for several years. He always enjoyed participating in his niece and nephew’s sporting events. He was an avid White Sox Fan and enjoyed Golf. Especially in Myrtle Beach.