Ronald J. Misejka

1947 - 2025

Ronald Joseph "Shake" Misejka, of Natrona Heights, passed away on Nov. 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, at the age of 78. Ronald was born on July 13, 1947, in Natrona Heights, to Joseph and Dorothy (Pater) Misejka. Ron married his high school sweetheart, Linda (Crowe) Misejka, who he often referred to as his guardian angel, and recently celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary. He was a 1965 graduate of Tarentum High School and was the quarterback for the Tarentum Redcats. He enlisted in the Air Force shortly after graduating and was stationed at K.I. Sawyer AFB, SAC, in the Upper Peninsula, MI, and served from 1965 to 1969. He retired as a Port Authority bus operator after 30+ years and as a zoning and ordinance officer of Harrison Township after 15 years and served on the Highlands School Board and owned Shake's Place. He recently received the 2025 Highlands Honored Hero Award in recognition of his service in the US Air Force. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends; he was full of life, loved his camp, and everyone who knew him for his gift for gab and also his sense of humor. He loved music, had numerous bands, was a DJ, taught line dancing, and even produced a record in 1963 with his band, The Marauders, titled "Slidin' In." He also enjoyed woodworking, always making something new. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends; everyone knew him as Shake. He is survived by his wife, Linda (Crowe) Misejka; daughter, Lisa (fiance Eric) Pacek; son, Ronald (Hilary) Misejka; son, Jeffrey (Amber) Misejka; his grandchildren, Thomas (Sadie), Dylan, Caitlin (Keith), Evan, Hannah, and Adele; great-grandson, Theodore; brother, Joseph (Jaye) Misejka; brother, Kenneth (Michelle) Misejka; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and twin infant daughters. Ron's family would like to thank the staff of AHN Hospice, Forbes Hospital, and West Penn Hospital for their care and support. Friends will be received from 3 to 7 p.m. on Sunday in CICHOLSKI-ZIDEK FUNERAL HOME INC., 1522 Carlisle St., Natrona Heights, 724-224-8688, where a parting prayer service will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Monday. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10 a.m. in Most Blessed Sacrament Church, with his pastor, the Rev. John B. Lendvai, as celebrant. Burial will be in Mt. Airy Cemetery with full military honors accorded by the Vandergrift Veterans Honor Guard. The Ladies of Charity will hold services at 2:45 p.m. on Sunday in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Ron may be made to Guardian Angels Parish, 800 Montana Ave., Natrona Heights, PA 15065. To send an online condolence, please visit www.cicholski-zidekfh.com.