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Edward Roufberg Obituary

ROUFBERG - Edward, on July 12, 2008, at the age of 69 of Smithtown, NY. Beloved wife of Susan (nee Lavell). Cherished father of Shari, David, and Adam Roufberg. Loving brother of Charlie and Audrey. Edward was a Rotarian, Patriot Guard and a friend to all. Services Wednesday 2pm at "Gutterman's" 8000 Jericho Tpke., Woodbury, LI. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations be made to the Rotary Club of Ronkonkoma P.O. Box 2717 Ronkonkoma, NY 11779.

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Published by Newsday on Jul. 15, 2008.

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Ed Roufberg with members of the Nassau Wings MC.

Ken Chin

August 2, 2008

This photo is the last known photo taken of Ed with members of the Nassau Wings MC, as we met at the Bayside Marina, enroute to the sign up location, to start the annual Ramapo 500 Run. The Nassau Wings MC extend our deepest condolences to the Roufberg family.

Ken Chin
Sgt at Arms
Nassau Wings MC

Brad Catler

July 21, 2008

I wish we had more time, Ed....
All your best qualities still live in Shari and Adam.
With love, Brad

July 16, 2008

My sincerest condolences to the Roufberg family in this time of great sorrow and loss.

Chris Brantley
President
Nassau Wings MC

Diane Krupnick

July 16, 2008

Dear Shari & Adam:
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved father. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ken Chin

July 16, 2008

Ed,
I'm sorry we got separated on the run and didn't see you when I went by. We came back looking for you, but it was too late. May you always have great weather, smooth roads and green lights, for that endless ride.
My deepest condolences to the Roufberg family on your loss.

Peter Giangaspro

July 16, 2008

Deepest sympathy for the loss of a family man and fellow rider, from my wife,Barbara, and myself.

Mario & Mikki Dinolfo

July 16, 2008

Our condolences to the family. We had the pleasure of riding with Ed during some of the Patriot Guard missions. He will be missed.

Adam Roufberg

July 15, 2008

On behalf of my family I wish to express our mutual sympathy for your loss, heartfelt thanks, and the greatest appreciation to all who have shared their thoughts and feelings and have had the great honor and pleasure to know one of the hardest and softest who walked amongst us.

Shari Roufberg

July 15, 2008

To all of my Dad's Friends and Fellow Riders:
Thank you for your words. He was an incredible man who will be sorely missed. Let's keep his memory alive by always reminding each other that safety comes first. He spent his last moments doing something he loved!!! I would love to hear stories and thoughts, anytime.

Yours truly,
- Shari Roufberg

Barbara, Ronald & Mike Stepp

July 15, 2008

Our deepest condolence to all the family.

Fred Peteani

July 15, 2008

Ed, our thoughts & prayers are with you, and to all of the Roufberg family. The time I had to speak to you was very pleasent, as we had so much in common. Rest in Peace, my riding Brother!

Jim & Pat McCarson

July 15, 2008

We send our deepest sympathy and love to all the family. Your're in our thoughts and prayers.

Russ Ratuszny

July 15, 2008

Ed, rest in peace my friend, it was a pleasure and an honor to know you.
To Ed's family, you have my deepest condolences on your loss.

Michael Costa

July 15, 2008

I wish to extend my sincerest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to Edward's family. The few times I got to ride and converse with him were both enjoyable and memorable.

Mitch Ross

July 15, 2008

My conversations with Ed, on anything from riding to vegetarianism were always a pleasure. I will miss him. My sincere condolences to his loved ones.

Bruce Machlis

July 15, 2008

Please accept my sincerest condolences on the passing of Ed. As a fellow Chai Rider, who was to join Ed on the Ramapo 500, I know his presence will be missed, but will be always be felt.

Jim Hughes

July 15, 2008

Ed,
You will be missed. There is an emptyness where you once stood.
The VTX riders send their condolences to your family
and may G-D watch over them.

Barry Krivisky

July 15, 2008

My deepest sympathies and condolences to the Roufberg family.

Leslie Sternberg

July 15, 2008

Ed, we will miss your chat and and we feel diminished by your absence. Heartfelt condolences to your family. May G-D comfort them among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem
Leslie & Isabell Sternberg

Rich Richer

July 15, 2008

To the Roufberg family our sincerest condolences. Ed's participation, commentary and thoughts will be missed.
Amy and Rich Richer, ChaiRiders

Stephen Kaplowitz

July 15, 2008

Please accept my sincere condolences. I rode with Ed in the Chai Riders and am glad that I had the opportunity to know him.

Mikki & Mario Dinolfo

July 15, 2008

We had the honor of standing in a couple of flag lines with Ed at PGR missions, and chatted with him at a couple of runs....a nice guy who will be sorely missed by us all.

Jaime Cruz

July 15, 2008

Ed, we hardly got a chance to get to know you when our relationship was cruelly cut short. Perhaps our other members Gene and John can fill you in where you are now. Rest in peace, Brother in the Wind!

Stan Kroon

July 15, 2008

Rest in Peace
My thoughts are with Ed's family
I am sorry for your loss
Stan K
VP
NWMC

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