ROGER RONEK

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roger Ronek on Thursday April 25, 2024 at the age of 88. Loving husband of 53 years to Rose Marie Ronek. Survived by his sister in law and brother in law Marion (Clyde) Little. He will be missed by his nieces Rosanne (Mike) Mantesso, Roxanne (Rob) Souter and Rosalee (Peter) Van Helsdingen and great nieces Rachel Mantesso, Makayla Van Helsdingen and great nephew Michael Van Helsdingen. Predeceased by his parents Edward and Lillian Ronek and inlaws May and Blake Hodgkins, brothers in law Oscar Hodgkins and Frank Hodgkins.

Roger was an avid ham radio operator and he loved to travel, especially by train. He retired after an exciting career from the National Park Service in the United States of America. He loved to share his stories about his adventures, loved camping, model trains and had a great sense of humour. He will be missed greatly by many friends and family.

All will be welcomed to visit Roger’s family on Wednesday May 8, 2024 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm at Lampman Funeral Home, 724 Canboro Rd, Fenwick, ON. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church, 4 St. Andrew’s Ave, Welland, ON on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 11am. A Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. Memorial donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society, The Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy (OFCP) or to a charity of one’s choice would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Lampman Funeral Home. www.lampmanfuneralhome.com