Robert P. "Bob" Ronske

Robert P. “Bob” Ronske, age 77 of Mentor, passed away Saturday, November 30, 2024 at home surrounded by love. He was born December 20, 1946 in Cleveland. Mr. Ronske was a retired mechanical engineer for Gould Navy Defense Systems. Bob was a true United States Marine and a decorated Vietnam Veteran, receiving two Purple Hearts, several campaign metals and a Rifle Sharpshooter badge. He never wanted to give up. He fought for a long time, more than anyone should ever have to fight. Throughout his life, Bob enjoyed going camping, fishing, shooting guns, watching a good movie, and listening to music on repeat - especially Glenn Miller. He loved his Cleveland Browns and Cleveland Indians. Animals had a special place in his heart, and he loved them all whether domestic or wild. He was very giving, letting friends that fell upon hard times stay with him without asking for anything in return. Most people that knew Bob, whether it be family, childhood friends, or brother-in-arms, always had one lasting statement to make, “Bob was the strongest man I’ve ever known”. Bob lost his ability to properly speak and write 27 years ago. When the doctors stated that he would never talk, walk or live on his own again, he proved them wrong. Seven years ago Bob lost his ability to walk, but regardless of all that it never stopped him from having a great sense of humor even up until his final moments here on earth. He was always thankful for any kindness someone would give him and radiated a room with his smile and laugh. He loved his family, especially being around his children and grandchildren, and living in the moment. Survivors include his children: Kimberly A. Ronske, Kelley T. Taddeo and Robert M. (Mickelle Dwyer) Ronske; grandchildren: Tyler Chappell, Gianna and Gabrielle DiPasquale; sister: Cheryl Curtis; former wife: Joyce A. (Sebastian) Senra; nieces and nephews, and feline “Hero”: Batman. Preceding Robert in death are his parents: Robert J. and Irma Ronske and Cheryl’s soulmate: Bill Gibson. A funeral mass will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, December 20, 2024 at St. John Vianney Church, 7575 Bellflower Rd., Mentor, OH 44060. Immediately following the funeral mass, inurnment will be in All Souls Cemetery, 10366 Chardon Rd., Chardon, OH 44024. Bob’s celebration of life following the burial at All Souls Cemetery, will held at Amvets, 7847 Lakeshore Blvd., Mentor-On-The-Lake, OH 44060. The family requests contributions be made to Wounded Warrior Project, Semper Fi & America’s Fund or Lake County Humane Society. Arrangements entrusted to Brunner Sanden Deitrick Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 8466 Mentor Ave., Mentor, OH 44060. Offer condolences at www.brunners.com

Robert P. "Bob" Ronske

December 20, 1946 - November 30, 2024