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John Romonosky Obituary

ROMONOSKY John Romonosky, Jr., age 82, of Groveport, passed away Sunday, October 2, 2011. John was born and raised in Harrisburg, Illinois, son of the late John and Anna Romonosky. John graduated from Harrisburg High School, Class of 1947. In 1949, John was signed by the St. Louis Cardinals organization as a pitcher. During that time, John played for various minor league teams, including the Columbus Red Birds. He played major league baseball with the St. Louis Cardinals and the Washington Senators. Following his retirement from baseball, John worked as a Franklin County Deputy Sheriff for 34 years. John was a man who was very energetic and loved life. He was a member of the Central Ohio Home Plate Club, Columbus Clippers Booster Club, Tri County Gun Club, Pickerington Senior Center, and the Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association. He enjoyed painting, hunting, trap shooting, gardening, baseball and many other sports. Most of all, John enjoyed spending time with family. He will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 56 years, Jean Romonosky; children, Roxanna (Bill) McCulloch, Ronald (Audrey) and Richard (Beth) Romonosky; grandchildren, Brian and Matt McCulloch, and Glen, Rachel, and Rebeka Romonosky; brother, Richard (Shirley) Romonosky; many nieces and nephews; and other extended family members and dear friends. A memorial service to celebrate John's life will be held at 6:30 p.m. October 6, 2011 at SCHOEDINGER EAST CHAPEL, 5360 E. Livingston Ave., where family will receive friends from 3:30 p.m. until time of service. Rev. Herb Goetz officiating. Contributions may be made to HomeReach Hospice, OhioHealth Foundation, 180 Broad St., Columbus, Ohio 43215 or to the Central Ohio Home Plate Club for the John Romonosky Outstanding High School Pitcher Award, 3603 Panama Dr., Westerville, Ohio 43081. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.schoedinger.com.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Oct. 3 to Oct. 5, 2011.

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Bill Fox

September 27, 2024

John was a good person and a great friend who was always glad to lend a helping hand to others. I enjoyed the time we spent in late winter as he prepared for spring training and the many hunting outings that we shared.

Ed Rannebarger

September 27, 2020

Miss you Romo rest in peace.

Bill Fox

September 27, 2019

Not only did we share the love of Baseball but we also loved to go hunting for rabbits and pheasants around Central Ohio and my beloved hometown of St. Paris. He was a terrific Pool Player and story teller with a deck of cards. He was one of the finest man our ever had the priviledge to know. I miss him.

Eddie Federer

October 7, 2011

My name is Eddie Federer. I grew up idolizing John as my baseball hero. He took me under his wing and taught me all a man needs to know about hunting. We hunted together for decades and I relish the thoughts and memoris I had with him. John and I used to shoot in trap contests and, as a matter of fact, won quite a few of them. I will never forget this man and will always love him. I am so sorry that we lost touch over the years since I moved to Florida. If there were any man in my life that I would like to model myself after, it would be John. So John, please bag a few extra phesants in heaven for me.

Love and miss you dearly,

Edddie

Terry Shepard

October 6, 2011

I will always remember John we spoke about baseball and hunting. He was a good man.

April Collins McGarry

October 5, 2011

I am so sorry to hear this news, I just spoke with him a couple of weeks ago at my fathers funeral. My thoughts and prayers are with you. He was a good man and very much loved and respected by everyone. May God Bless.
April Collins McGarry (Estero, FL)

October 5, 2011

The members of the Pickerington Senior Center extend their sincere and heartfelt sympathy to Jean and the rest of the family. John always brighten the room when he walked in and he will be missed. From your friends at the Senior Center

Chuck Schleve

October 5, 2011

John was a good friend and colleague. He always had a good story and a smile.

Michael & Kim Jackson

October 4, 2011

We were very saddened to hear of John's passing. He was a very kind and compassionate man and he will be missed. Please take comfort in knowing you have wonderful friends and family that are here for you and that he is with our Lord and our Savior in the kingdom of Heaven. Until we meet again.....

Ed Rannebarger

October 4, 2011

A great man and friend I will miss. God Bless you and family

Mike Houston

October 4, 2011

To the family of John Romonosky,May God Bless all of you in your time of grief,Just take solis in knowing that John now sits at the right hand of the Father where there is no pain or suffering. His smile will always be with you. God Bless all of you!

October 4, 2011

With fond memories of John "roamin'" around Cooper Stadium during Clippers' games...

Ed Hart

October 4, 2011

Dear Aunt Jean, Roxanna, Ron and Rich Uncle John was one of the most kind, caring and compassionate people that i ever knew......He was always so personable with everyone.....He will be greatly missed by all.....You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time of grief.......With Love , Charlene, Shannon and Family and Lisa and Family

Barbara Murray

October 4, 2011

Roxanna and Family, Very saddened to learn of your loss. It was a pleasure to have been able to meet your father and have the Cardinals in common. All my prayers are with you and yours. May you find comfort and peace with God during this time.

October 4, 2011

Jean, I am so sorry for your loss. John was a grat person and will be missed by everyone. I will miss him telling his jokes on the motorcoach. My prayers are with you. Nancy

Robert & Mary Hendricks

October 4, 2011

Aunt Jean & Family, Your in our thoughts and Prayers at this time of grief. Uncle John will be greatly missed by all of your family here in Erie, PA.

Love, Bob, Mary, & family

Tom&Angie Mc Govern

October 4, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Debbi McKean

October 4, 2011

John was a very special man. He was always respectful, kind and a gentleman. I worked with him for many, many years and he was always a bright spot in my day. I have many flowers in my yard that Romo gave me and I've shared them with my family and friends. Every time I see them I think of him and they will always be a sweet reminder of a dear person I was fortunate enough to have in my life. All of you will be in my prayers and my thoughts. Hold on tight to the wonderful memories that you have of him and relive each great one whenever you want to feel his energy and his joy! May God give you peace and comfort.

With Love, Charlotte & George

October 4, 2011

Dear Aunt Jean & Family,

You're in our prayers.

October 4, 2011

You will always be remembered as a good friend and hunting companion and for the times I got to catch you in the winters at Smith Rd. School as you prepared for spring training. God Bless You, Bill Fox

St. Paul United Church of Christ

October 4, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Carol & Mike Deakins

October 4, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Sam and Valerie (Price) Smith

October 4, 2011

Jean, Roxanna, Bill, Ronald, Richard, and Family,
So sorry to hear of John's death.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Chris Fannin

October 4, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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