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John Roncka Obituary

John J. Roncka "Jack", 79, of Westport passed away March 19, 2021 at his home, surrounded by his family. Born in Fall river, he was the son of the late John J. and Irene (Edwards) Roncka. Mr. Roncka was a Durfee High School graduate in 1960, 1963 he graduated from Bryant College. After graduating college, he went on to join the Army National Guard. From there, he joined his father in the very successful optical business John J. Roncka Vision Center in Dartmouth, a family business they owned for 75 years. He was an avid beachgoer, actively body surfing until the age of 78. He enjoyed playing golf and tennis, playing his organ, riding his motorcycle, spending time with his family, and being in the company of his friends. Survivors include his children: John Roncka, III and his wife Robin of Tiverton and Kristin Moniz and her husband John of Tiverton; his grandchildren: John Roncka, IV, Jordan Moniz, Taylor Moniz and Jenna Rose Roncka. The mother of his children Cynthia Velozo. Funeral to which relatives and friends are invited will be held Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at 9 AM from the Boyko Memorial Funeral Home, 709 Broadway Fall River, MA 02724 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM at Good Shepherd Parish, S. Main St. Fall River. Entombment will be in the Notre Dame Cemetery Mausoleum, Fall River. Calling hours will be held Tuesday, March 30, 2021 from 5 | 8 PM. www.BoykoMemorial.com

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Published by Herald News on Mar. 28, 2021.

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Ronald Martin

March 22, 2024

Jack was a great man that made people laugh and was a good friend sadly missed and thought of often RIP my friend

Richard Urban

March 30, 2021

I played in the Bayside Little League with John, very nice man.

Richard Urban

William A. Moniz

March 30, 2021

Jack and I were long-time friends; from little league to more recently golf at Wampanoag in Swansea. We graduated Massachusetts Military Academy together as 2nd Lieutenants in 1965. He was a bright intellect with a well-honed sense of humor. I'll miss him on the first tee this season. My sincere condolences to his entire family.

Ted Dempsey

March 29, 2021

I enjoyed playing golf with Andy and Johnny Subway. John was always a pleasure to be with and a true gentleman. My sincere condolences to the family.

Ron Martin

March 28, 2021

May you Rest In Peace,another good man taken to soon

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CLOSED LOCATION-Boyko Memorial Funeral Home Fall River

709 Broadway, Fall River, MA 02724

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CLOSED LOCATION-Boyko Memorial Funeral Home Fall River

709 Broadway, Fall River, MA 02724

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S. Main St, Fall River, MA

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CLOSED LOCATION-Boyko Memorial Funeral Home Fall River

709 Broadway, Fall River, MA 02724

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