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Royce Engler Obituary
Royce E. (Ree) Engler, 27, of Dorrance Township, passed away Wednesday August 29, 2012, as a result of a motorcycle accident in Montour Township near Bloomsburg.
He was born in Wilkes-Barre on January 24, 1985. He was a son of Royce A. and Dorrine Palsha Engler.
Ree was a graduate of Crestwood High School, class of 2003. He received an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice from Luzerne County Community College. He also received his Act 120 Police Certification from Lackawanna College in Hazleton.
He was employed by the Pennsylvania State Police, Hazleton Barracks, as a State Trooper. Prior to being employed by the PA State Police, he was employed by the North Union Township, Fairview Township, and Ashley Borough Police Departments.
Ree was a member of the Dorrance Township Volunteer Fire Department, the PA Narcotic Officers Association, and the F.O.P. Lodge 38 in Hazleton.
He was a member of St. James Lutheran Church, Hobbie.
Ree was an avid sportsman, who enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially on his grandparents' property with his father, brother and uncle.
He spent many years at the beach in Delaware, with his family growing up, including his brother and two cousins, who remained as close as brothers and sisters can be.
Ree recently began boating on his Pontoon boat with many family and friends, and enjoyed crabbing and clamming in Delaware.
He loved to ride motorcycles and had been riding since he was old enough to drive a car. He spent many happy days on his bike. Most of all he loved spending time with his family and friends. He took the time to make each and every day count, with his motto, "You only live once."
He is survived by his parents, Royce A. and Dorrine Engler, at home; brother, Edward Engler, at home; maternal grandparents, Edward and Audrey Palsha, Mountain Top; godparents, Edward and Margaret Palsha, Dorrance Township; cousins, Alycia and Joshua Pavlick, Hanover Township, and Charisa and Kenny Peresta, Bristol; godson, Joshua Jack Pavlick; future sister-in-law, Shawna Barcheski; aunts and uncles, Mike and Andrea Engler, Bob and Judy Engler, Jeff and Mae Engler.
He was preceded in death by many aunts and uncles who were waiting with open arms to safely bring him in to Heaven.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. from the George A. Strish Inc. Funeral Home, 105 N. Main St., Ashley. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. in St. James Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Rachael Dietz officiating. Interment will follow in Emmanuel Cemetery, Dorrance Township. Family and friends may call Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday from 9 to 10 a.m. at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions can be made in Ree's name to the "Ree Engler Police Scholarship Fund" established through PNC Bank and the "Troopers Helping Troopers Foundation" through the Pennsylvania State Police.
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Memories and Condolences
for Royce Engler
Mindy Pretzman-O'Donnell
September 19, 2012
Royce, Dorrine and family- My thoughts and prayers are with you during this challenging time. I hope you will find comfort in faith, family and friends.
Wendy (Keiner) Harvey
September 7, 2012
Royce, Doreen, and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
MARK A. SINGER, ESQ,
September 6, 2012
ROYCE WAS AN EXCELLENT STUDENT OF MINE AT L.C.C.C. MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE ENGLER FAMILY.
September 5, 2012
Royce & Dorrine: We are heart sick to hear of your son's accident and passing. He was certainly a wonderful young man- known, respected and loved by many people. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Erv & Charlotte Carter, White Haven
Ann & John DiSomma
September 5, 2012
We are so sorry to hear about your son. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers
September 5, 2012
Royce and Dorine, I can't even begin to express my thoughts. Please know that you were blessed with Ree, and you are blessed by friends and family who are there for you. No words can ease the loss... just remember that Ree made a difference in this world. Keep his memory alive, he will also be with you. all of our love, Sandy and Larry
Darryl & Renay Arnold
September 5, 2012
We were saddened to learn of your loss. and our prayers go out to you and all who knew and loved Royce. Darryl and Renay Arnold
Cheryl Saylor
September 5, 2012
Royce, Dorrine & Eddie: Our deepest condolences for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the rest of the family. Ree was an amazing person and will be deeply missed.
Kelly Steve Johnny Cheryl and John
Heather Jones Allcorn
September 4, 2012
I have nothing but fond memories of attending school with Ree. He was always so much fun to be around, as anyone could attest to. He will be missed and we're all lucky to have had such a positive person in our lives. My deepest sympathies go out to his family and friends.
Kimberly Kotarsky
September 4, 2012
I'm sure no one will ever forget the cheerful smile that Ree always had. He will always be remembered. Many prayers to his family from mine. You will be missed Ree.
Bruce & Glenda Eigenbrod
September 3, 2012
Dear Royce, Dorrine and Eddie, Our hearts go out to you and your family. You raised a great family, Ree will never be forgotten, he was a wonderful young man. God is watching over him now as Ree is watching over you now. Our prayers are with you.
September 3, 2012
Dear Royce and Doreen, We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are wiith you at this most difficult time.
Sincerly, Herb and Beverly (Fisher) Cruikshank
Cathy, Kirk, Summer, and Kirk Space
September 3, 2012
Dear Royce, Doreen and Eddie. We are so sorry about Ree. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dawn and staff from Design Works
September 3, 2012
Doreen, Royce and Eddie,
No words can describe how very sorry we are for your loss.. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
September 3, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
Jack, Nancie and Tyler Collison
The Ogins Paul, Debbie, Paul & Shaun
September 3, 2012
May God keep his loving arms around you all during this trying time. Please know, Dorrine, Royce, and Eddie, that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
September 3, 2012
Dear Engler Family,
Our hearts break as we know your pain-the giving of a child back to God. We forget that they were loaned to us, and when they have finished their work on earth,having made it a better place, God calls them home. Please take comfort in knowing you will see him again.
Love and Prayers,
John and Paula Koscelnick
Garden City Beach,SC
Ryan, Vicki, Adam, Heather and Jess Bailey
September 3, 2012
We were shocked and saddened to hear about Ree--he was such a good kid---always helpful and friendly when he worked at Weis, and my kids will always have very fond memories of growing up with him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. May the knowledge that many, many people share in your mourning be of comfort to you.
Tammy and Joe Heich
September 2, 2012
Royce,Dorrine and Eddie,
We were so sorry to here about Ree. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers over the next several days and weeks.
September 2, 2012
We were sorry to hear about "Ree". Our prayers are with you. Harold and Shirley Spaide
Greig Riek
September 2, 2012
Dear Engler Family, I was Royce's first Patrol Sergeant at Lancaster Headquarters. He was a very wonderful and respectable Trooper. He left this world too soon. God bless all of you.
Dave and Laurie Morgan
September 2, 2012
Royce,
Words often seem hallow as at time like this. But please know that through your faith, family and friends you will get through this terrible time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. God bless you all.
Ed @ Barb Barber
September 2, 2012
We are so sarry for your lose ouwer hearts and prayers go out for your family may god bless.
Julie Zurawski
September 2, 2012
Royce, Dorrine, Eddie and to Ree's extended family Margaret, Ed, Alycia, Charisa and Mr and Mrs Palsha. We remember Ree, fondly, from our "vacations" aka dance competitions! All of you should take pride in the part you played to raise such a kind and respectful young man. We always admired the love and respect you had for each other. Our hearts aches for all of you and we will keep you in our prayers to help you through your sadness.
Michelle Zawoiski
September 2, 2012
My thoughts are with your family at this time.
Ann Navin
September 2, 2012
Dear Engler Family,
I cant tell you how sorry I am to hear bout your loss.. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family..
John & Theresa Schenck
September 1, 2012
Royce, Doreen and Eddie: We were so sorry to hear about Ree...He has touched many, he always had kind and reassuring words. We are so saddened by this and our hearts break for your entire family and our community.
John & Theresa Schenck
September 1, 2012
Royce, Dorreen & Eddie: We were shocked and so saddened to hear about Ree...our prayers and hearts go out to your family in this most difficult time.
September 1, 2012
There are no works to express how sorry I am for you all. Sending prayers your way to help ease your pain.
Pam Trzeskowski
September 1, 2012
Our very deepest condolences for your loss. Dana, Barbara, Kelly and Kyle Balum
Jen and ken
September 1, 2012
Our sympathy and prayers go out to our neighbor. We will definitely miss Ree riding his bike in the circle. RIP Ree.
Lyndsy Snelson
September 1, 2012
Dear Engler family,
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. Royce was a wonderul person and will be deeply missed.
Tom and Cindy Lyons
September 1, 2012
Our hearts are broken. We are better people for having known Ree. HE taught US so much about life. Our sincere sympathy to all who knew and loved him as our family did.
September 1, 2012
We are so very sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Steve, Kim, Stephen and Lindsey Dotzel
Kelly Lock
September 1, 2012
I am very sorry for your loss. I met Royce when he worked at the Lancaster Police Barrack's he would come into Rosie's to eat. He was a great guy and would do anything he could for us. He will be truly missed. My thought and prayers are with you and your family.
Connie and Tim Miller
September 1, 2012
Dear Doreen, Royce,Eddie and your family, Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. What a tragedy. Love, Connie and Tim Miller
Chad and Kelly (Zane) Cope
September 1, 2012
Prayers to the Engler and Palsha families and Ree's brothers and sisters of law enforcement. Such a tragic loss in so many ways...
Kaitlyn Bailey
September 1, 2012
I am very sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of growing up with Ree, he was a wonderful person. My family's thoughts and prayers are with you
Edwards family
September 1, 2012
my wife and I only met Ree for a few moments with his friend Frank upon the birth of our 1st granddaughter. he impressed us as an outstanding young man so rare in this world today . all were better for having known him.
Jerry & Marie Uram
September 1, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
Gina Tombasco
September 1, 2012
My deepest condolences in this time of sorrow Ree will be deeply missed and impacted so many peoples lives sleep well Ree
Kathy Romanowski-Herron
September 1, 2012
My deepest condolences to the Engler family. I always admired how you had raised such respectful and polite boys. Royce was a wonderful kid (as I knew him) and you will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Romanowski-Herron
September 1, 2012
My deepest condolences to the Engler family. I always admired how you had raised such respectful and polite boys. Royce was a wonderful kid (as I knew him) and you will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Rhonda & Rob Brand
September 1, 2012
Royce, Doreen and Eddie, your family will be in our prayers.
Jeff and Terri Stucker
September 1, 2012
You are not alone in your sadness----With the help of family and friends, and God's grace, may you all find measures of solace at this most difficult time.
Sally Jarmiolowski
August 31, 2012
Royce & Doreen, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time! Just from the short time Holly worked with Doreen @ Weis & the time time Royce worked there when Pioneer Bank was there, you KNEW it was a great family! My husband & I KNOW your pain & it breaks my heart that such a wonderful family has to go through this!
Stefan Medura
August 31, 2012
I can still remember playing Little League baseball with Royce (Ree) like it was yesterday. He was a great kid and I'm certain that he was a fantastic police officer. My prayers are with the Engler family.
Conrad Family
August 31, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Edward & Barbara Barber
August 31, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
kim williams
August 31, 2012
my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss
August 31, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ashlee Parlante
August 31, 2012
So so sorry to hear about this. I worked with Royce for a little while, such a nice guy. What a tragic loss :(
Michelle Spaide
August 31, 2012
To the Engler Family-my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Please know how sorry I am.
Sincerely,
August 31, 2012
So Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with the family and co workers of Trooper Engler
Kimsu Kiefel
August 31, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Engler family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
August 31, 2012
Royce, we want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you, your wife and son, and the countless people that mourn with us at this sad time.
Sincerely,
Rich and Janet Zimmerman
Elaine & Michael Miller
August 31, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen A. and Linda J. Urban
August 31, 2012
Our sincere sympathy to the family of PA Trooper Royce Engler.
Kathy (Harris) Brown
August 31, 2012
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all from your former Cub Scout family.
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