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2013
Steven Roraback Obituary
Deeply loved and admired husband, father, grandfather, and brother Steven Roger Roraback, 70, peacefully passed away in his Ballard home on Tuesday, November 5th, 2013 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born November 9th, 1942 in Seattle, WA to parents Roger and Violet Roraback, Steven was raised in Ballard along with his brothers David, Doug and Scott Roraback. He later married his high school sweetheart Teresa Jensen and raised 5 wonderful children in their farm-like home in Silver Lake near Everett, WA.
Steven retired in 2005 after 43 years as a machinist of unparalleled skill at local companies Hitco, Inc. and Boeing. He loved to be outside in nature, chopping firewood, skiing the nearby slopes, or walking the beach and crabbing out at his Tulalip Shores beach cabin. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. He is fondly remembered as a rain-or-shine supporter on the sidelines of his children's sporting events, and also was a huge Seahawks
fan. His extraordinary work ethic,
humility, tenacity, gentle disposition, and corny jokes will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Teresa Roraback, and children Erik Roraback, Amy Roraback, Drew Steven Roraback, Chad (Sarah) Roraback, and Jenny (Ryan) Roraback-Carson, grandsons Charlie Steven, Lucas, and William Roraback, granddaughter Clara Rose Carson, and brothers David and Doug Roraback.
In memory of Steve, the family suggests that donations be made to the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance to support the work of Dr Renato Martins, 1-877-308-3117. Please sign Steve's online Guest Book at www.Legacy.com.
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Marilyn Henricksen
January 20, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. I am the former wife of Jerry Henricksen and the mother of Joleen our daughter who passed many years ago. I am so grateful for seeing your column in the times as I have now corrected the spelling of Holly Henricksen, Jerry's Mom. I have gotten into geneology and find myself with many corrections on spellings. God Bless
Dasha Blinkova-Roraback
January 7, 2014
Dear Terri,
I am so sorry to have learned this news... Please accept my deepest condolences for this loss. Steve was such a wonderful person. Both of you have remained in my heart for ever. With love, Dasha
December 5, 2013
I am a neighbor from the past. Our children were about the same. When we moved to Mill Creek, you moved to Silver Lake and built a beautiful home. I am so sorry to hear about Steve. Love, Julian and Coleen Andersen
Saundra Irwin Westvang
November 23, 2013
Dear Terri,
I'm sending my love to you and your family. As a young teacher I looked forward to having a Roraback in my classroom. You and Steve were wonderful parents and it showed in your children. Thank you for letting me spend a little time with them and with both of you. Give Erik, Amy, Drew, Chad, and Jenny a hug from me.
chris marker
November 18, 2013
Dear Terri and family, Our little beach community will never be quite the same. The entire Marker clan sends condolences and support as you mourn such a huge loss. Steve was my idol with the chain saw!!! Chris and Susan
Tasha Ockfen
November 17, 2013
He sounds like such a great man and father. My heart is heavy for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to your family.
Roberta Cannon
November 17, 2013
I am so sorry to hear this news! I drive by your beautiful home here on Ruggs Loop Rd everyday wondering about all of you....I had no idea you moved to Ballard. My sincere condolences to each of you. Roberta Cannon
November 16, 2013
Terri,
We just heard about Steve's passing last night. We are so sorry for you and your family. Steve was such a humble and gentle man. You all our in our thoughts and prayers.
Phil & Sandy Gooselaw
Keith Roraback
November 16, 2013
Dear Roraback Family,
I was sad to learn of Steve's passing. I have good memories of my uncle Steve and was always glad to see him. I remember watching him build your Silver Lake home over the years, and my visits to this house to see the farm animals around the property. I value the time I got to spend with him cutting and hauling fire wood to various locations. I'm glad we had many opportunities to visit and share our thoughts on the world at the numerous Roraback family gatherings. I respected him very much and feel that his hard work, family values, and friendly demeanor had a real impact on me in my formative years. These are attributes I strive to emulate to this day. I'm sorry he did not have more time in this life.
November 14, 2013
Though we have been away from the Ruggs Loop Road area for 27 years, we remember the Rorabacks and just the good feeling emanating from their house. That was love, and leadership by the parents! I don't think I ever met Steven, but I know he must have been special, because Amy was! She knocked on our door, and offered to babysit as a job, not even knowing us. Now, that was probably supported by her dad and mom. The legacy of responsibility and love is evident in Steven Roraback's beautiful obituary. Good-bye to a good neighbor, long ago. I am so sorry, Teresa - and family.
Marilyn Hambelton
Krissy Roesen
November 12, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of such a special man. I have been lucky enough to know your family for many years now, and have seen how this quiet, incredibly sincere man has helped shape the dynamic of your family in such a special way. He fought a good fight the last few years, certainly having ups and downs. In that time, though, he got to continue to see what wonderful people his kids have become, enjoy the days with his grandkids, and share these ultimate joys with his family and his wonderful wife and best friend. I know he will be dearly missed by many. Sending you all my love.
Kellie Rosinski
November 11, 2013
He sounds like he was an incredible and courageous man. So sorry for your immense loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
November 11, 2013
Terry,
I am so sorry to hear about Steve's passing. I know he was a wonderful Father, Grandfather and husband. You are in my thoughts and prayers...... Pam Aker
Karla (Rasmussen) Frankenberg
November 11, 2013
To the Roraback family,
I had known Steve in my school years at Ballard. I am so sorry about your loss for your family. He will be dearly missed.
Gary Roraback
November 11, 2013
To Steve's family,my sincere condolences
to all of you.My first rememberances of
Steve were at Lake Ki and my last conversation with him was at Tulalip.
He was always joyful and a friendly
cousin to me.
November 11, 2013
To the Roraback Family - John and I want to send our deepest sympathy and warmest thoughts your way as you face the future without Steve. We are never ready to say good-bye to our loved ones - the pain sometimes seems more than we can bear - but, in time, those memories will become treasures. Steve was a loving, thoughtful person to everyone he came in contact with and has left a wonderful legacy.
With Caring Thoughts and Love,
John and Elly Nist
Bridget (Pearson) Wallis
November 11, 2013
Roraback and Family - those words have always seemed synonymous in my mind. I know how much you all love each other and how you cherish family traditions. I know it will be hard in the days and years ahead to continue with such a huge missing link, but the precedent Steve has set for the importance of family time together will hopefully keep you holding each other close and relishing the new memories you will make. I saw Steve always as a loving and very proud father and I saw the family step up and care for him when he needed it most. What a blessing you have all been for each other.
All my love and prayers,
Mick Roraback
November 11, 2013
To all of the Steve Roraback family, my heart breaks with yours. After learning of Steve's passing I was overwhelmed with the flood of memories that surfaced in my mind of Steve. Yours simply must be countless and so rich. Let that be your comfort today and the painful days ahead as you remember your dad, and Terri, your husband. May the joyful memories and with God's helping peace and grace be your comfort. My deepest sympathies.
Pat Crisp
November 11, 2013
Terri, Erik, Amy, Drew, Chad and Jenny, I am so very sorry for your loss. Steve was a wonderful father, husband and grandfather and a caring person. I've known Steve since he was 15 years old and always enjoyed any time we were to be together. May you find peace in your many wonderful memories and the knowledge that he is no longer in pain. Bless you all.
November 11, 2013
Dear Terry and family,
I was sorry to learn of Steve's passing. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers.
From Italy,
Suzanne Metcalf
November 10, 2013
Terry and Family, our thoughts and prayers go out to you. It was a shock to see the obituary for Steve in the paper this morning. To think how far back we go..... Now every time I look across the street we'll think of you all.
Dave and Vonnie
Richard Vadnais
November 10, 2013
My condolences to the Roraback family. Steve and I had a good working relationship for many years.
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