Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Roland Pineda Obituary
Born: February6, 1940; Sterling
Died: October 28, 2020; Sterling
STERLING – Roland Pineda, 80, of Sterling, died Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at his home.
Roland was born February 6, 1940 in Sterling, the son of Max and Catherine (Martinez) Pineda. He married Mary Jo Egan on July 3, 1963 in Iowa City. She preceded him in death on October 29, 2019.
Roland served in the United States Army. He was an outdoor fisherman and loved to travel.
Survivors include his four sons,Timothy (Michele Smith) Pineda of Sterling, James (Deborah) Pineda of Rock Falls, Max (Pamela) Pineda of Sterling, and Ronald (Cassidy) Pineda of Sterling; two sisters, Sandra G. Gonzalez of Detroit MI and Sylvia Leonberger of MO; three brothers, Richard (Jan) Pineda of Fremont, NE, Randy Pineda of Sterling and Roger (Teri) Pineda of Arlington, WA; seven grandchildren; and two great=grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mary Jo; and one brother, Ron Pineda.
Private graveside services will be held at Tampico Catholic Cemetery.
A memorial has been established.
Arrangements were completed by Schilling Funeral Home and Cremation, Sterling.
Condolences may be sent to www.schillingfuneralhome.com.
.jpg)
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
5 Entries
Maria Pi
November 3, 2020
So glad we were able to spend time with all the family. Sending all our love and prayers.
Mary Melendez Outlaw
October 29, 2020
Condolences to the Pineda family. Our parents were great friends and we grew up with Sylvia, Sandra, and Roger.
Cindy & Paul Mroz
October 29, 2020
With our deepest sympathies to the Pineda family. Prayers of healing and comfort during this difficult time.
How you can show support
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results
Make a Donation
in Roland Pineda's name
How to support Roland's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Roland Pineda's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more