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Richard Ronk Obituary
Richard L. Ronk, age 86, of Townsend, WI passed Monday morning, July 20, 2015 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice after a two year bout with cancer.
He was born February 6, 1929 in Sheboygan to Lester and Eleanor (Kloph) Ronk. He attended local schools and was a graduate of Sheboygan Central High School, Class of 1947.
Richard then served his country by enlisting in the US Air Force for four years. Following his honorable discharge he worked at Montgomery Ward's until joining the Sheboygan Fire Department.
On February 7, 1955 Richard and Rogene Radloff were united in marriage in Sheboygan.
While with the fire department Richard served as a union representative and was on the Executive Board of Wisconsin Fire Fighters. After twenty-nine years he retired as Captain.
Richard was a member of the Sheboygan Yacht Club where he served as treasurer and a member of the Sheboygan Outboard Club. He enjoyed cruising /fishing on Lake Michigan with his variety of boats.
He loved putzing in his woodworking shop. He and his son, Ramsey, built both his dream retirement home in Townsend, WI as well as Ramsey and Debbie's "Lake House". He enjoyed musky fishing.
Richard had a passion for cutting grass on his riding lawn mower and cutting down trees, even though he lived in the woods.
A special joy of Richard's was visiting with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren even up to the day he died.
In addition to his wife, Rogene, he is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Ramsey and Debbie Ronk of Sheboygan; two grandchildren, Rebecca (Jeffrey) Bruntjens of Sheboygan and Ryan Ronk of Milwaukee; two great-grandchildren, Kaden and Ellianna Bruntjens; his brother, Jim Ronk of Naperville, IL; nieces, nephews, and many friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Marilyn Ronk.
Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Friday, July 24, 2015 at the Chapel of Eternal Light at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Deacon Michael Burch will officiate. A time of visitation and support will be held from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service. Entombment will follow.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in his name for Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice.
To view the guestbook, visit: www.ballhornchapels.com
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Jay Lastusky
July 28, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with Rogene, Ramsey and the family. Richard was one of my first officers in the SFD and I learned so much about how to treat people in the right way from Rich. I really respected him as an officer and a wonderful man. Blessings during this difficult time.
Tom Hanson
July 24, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Ramsey Deb and family. God bless
Vicki and Gary LeMay
July 24, 2015
We will miss Richard so much, just seeing him in the yard, always doing something. I know he's where he wanted to be right now. He suffered long enough. Our sympathy goes out to the entire family.
Bob & Marilyn Schneider
July 23, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
July 23, 2015
Rogene,and family. I am thinking of all of you through this difficult time. I am honored to have known him and his spirit will always be with the family. Gayle C.
Barb and John Hibbard
July 23, 2015
We always enjoyed visiting with you when we all went out. He sent me a lot of good emails too! Sympathy to the whole family !
Dan Huolihan
July 23, 2015
Rest in peace Richard , you will be missed ! Our thoughts and prayers are with you Rogene , Ramsey and family ,
William Laib (retired captain SFD)
July 23, 2015
Richard was my mentor in the SFD. A man of courage and honesty. Working with him was an honor.
jayne list
July 22, 2015
We were very saddened to hear about the passing of Richard.our family has many memories of the Ronk family from when we lived on 12th street.We express our deepest sympathy and offer our thoughts and prayers at this time of mourning.The List Family
July 22, 2015
Dear Rogene and family, God bless you all and do hope to see you in our Townsend area as before. Love to you all , Janet Sauer your neighbor
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