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Ronald Labatch Obituary
KINGSTON — Ronald W. Labatch (Unc), 58, of Dan Flood Towers, Kingston, passed away Tuesday, March 8, 2016, at his home.
Born July 4, 1957, in Kingston, he was the son of the late Walter and Frances (Kogut) Labatch.
Ron was a 1975 graduate of Wyoming Valley West High School and received a bachelor's degree in English/Communications with a minor in History from Wilkes University, class of 1982, Wilkes-Barre.
Ron worked in many drug stores over the years as a clerk then as assistant manager. Most recently, he volunteered his time at King's College, Wilkes-Barre. He read the newspaper for over 10 years on King's Radio as part of the Radio Home Visitor Show.
Ron was a member of St. Ignatius Loyola Parish, Kingston. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Assumpta Council 3987 in Luzerne for the last five years where he was passionate about his role and duties as warden.
Ron was an Eagles and Phillies fan. He loved most sports. He often attended local high school and college basketball or football games. He enjoyed having lunch at Burger King with his close friends.
Surviving are his brother, Robert E. Labatch and wife, Gloria, Ocala, Florida; niece, Brenda and husband, John Cavalari, Wilkes-Barre; nephews, Robert Labatch and wife, Melissa, Montoursville, Jeffrey Labatch and wife, Megan, Wilkes-Barre; great-nephews and nieces, Jeremy, Teaguen, Daisy, Ian and Madison Labatch; uncle and aunt, Edward Labatch and wife, Betty, West Wyoming, and many cousins.
Ron will be missed by his family and friends but also by the Dudish family who was like a second family to him.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 29, in St. Ignatius Church, 339 Maple Ave., Kingston. Family and friends may call 9:30 a.m. to service.
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darlene schaffer
March 29, 2016
He was an amazing man. He brought Polkas to a college campus and mastered the Golden Oldies. Occasionally, he delighted us with Gouey Louey with various sound effects and laughter. Good night sweetheart, good night!
March 29, 2016
Goodnight My Love. The darling of the airwaves.
Carol Carroll
March 29, 2016
Heartfelt condolences to the family of Ron. We went to WVW together. He was a great guy. This is a great loss.
Sincerely,
William Ostroski
Darrell Lewis
March 24, 2016
This is a sad day. To the family and friends of Ron -- My heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to you all. I remember Ron from my College days at Wilkes. He always had a smile and a laugh. He joked with us when he would stop by the Debate Union Club Room. We often did back to back shifts at WCLH Radio. Rest in God's peace my friend!
paul hartman
March 18, 2016
Sorry to hear of his passing! The last I saw Ron, he was coming out of Confession. After We stopped for pie at Ollie's before I dove him home.
I got to enjoy his company at K of C fish dinner and at their meeting.
Enjoy Easter at the big table Ron.
Amanda Dudish (Plisko)
March 17, 2016
We will miss having Ron at all of our family holiday parties.He truly was a part of our family, we will miss him. I can only imagine the conversation between him and my pop in heaven!
Dot Evans
March 17, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Had the privilege of enjoying his warm, friendly interactions with the members of the Edwardsville Active Adult Center while I was Manager there.
Ruth Curley-Lefebvre
March 17, 2016
I only knew Ron as a voice on Radio Home Visitor, where he added a cheerful tone to the day. He provided a great service.
My sympathies to his family.
Rockin' Rich Nordheim
March 17, 2016
R.I.P. Ronnie. Farewell to the Polka King of WCLH
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