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Patrick Romanchek Obituary

Patrick G. Romanchek, Sr.

HOBART, IN - Patrick G. Romanchek, Sr. age 67 of Hobart, passed away November 1, 2018, as a result of a motor vehicle accident. Pat was born in Gary, IN on December 4, 1950. He was employed by US Steel Gary Works for 18 years until 1987 when he became a financial advisor for Edward Jones until he retired October 1, 2018. He was President of the Hobart Industrial Economic Development Corporation and spearheaded Phase 1 of the Lakefront park.

Pat is survived by his wife Patty Rees; two sons, Patrick (Stephanie) Romanchek, Scott (Liz Fath) Romanchek; three sisters, Maude (Leonard) Viet, Debbie Owens and Pamela (Francis) Raymond; three grandchildren and many nieces nephews and cousins.

Pat loved life and his pals. He had a particular affection for golf and sharing his wine cellar with his friends while weaving a great story.

A Mass of Christian burial is Saturday March 23, 2019 at 11:00 AM at St. Bridget Catholic Church, 107 Main Street, Hobart, IN 46342 with Rev. Benjamin Ross officiating. Visitation is Friday March 22, 2019 from 1:00-7:00 PM at REES FUNERAL HOME, HOBART CHAPEL, 600 West Old Ridge Road, Hobart, IN. Burial, Hobart Cemetery. Memorial Contributions are preferred to Pat Romanchek Scholarship Fund or to Hobart Food Pantry. Call (219) 942-2109 or online at www.reesfuneralhomes.com.


Published by The Times on Mar. 20, 2019.

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Terry Witherspoon

March 14, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Terry Witherspoon

March 14, 2021

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

Mindy Mayer-Harms

March 26, 2019

Patty, so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayer.

March 22, 2019

My deepest sympathies to the Romanchek family.Pat will surely be missed.May he rest in peace.

Mike Radjenovic

Dave and Dottie Leonard

March 21, 2019

Our deepest sympathy to Patty and family.

Jo and Gene Tylicki

March 21, 2019

Pat touched many lives. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with in this time of sorrow.

Terry Witherspoon

March 20, 2019

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

Robert & Diane Paske

March 20, 2019

Our deepest sympathy to the Romanchek family. May God comfort you and lead you through your sorrow.

J. P.

March 20, 2019

If God weighs a person's worth on how you
treat people,then Pat certainly earned his
place in heaven. A Man with immense
integrity, uncomplicated, and a legacy of
friendship.

Becky

March 18, 2019

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your loved one. May the God who comforts all who mourn sustain your family during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1,2

A.B

March 18, 2019

I truly sorry for your loss. I hope you can find comfort in drawing close to God and pouring out your heart to him. Psalm 142:2,5

March 17, 2019

My condolences to your family for your loss. May you continue to feel comforted by the loving support of your family and friends and also from God Almighty who will give you the strength to get through these difficult times. Psalms 9 : 9 - 10

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