1917
2014
Roland W. Denker, Sr. passed away on May 13, 2014 at Toledo Hospital after a two month illness. He was born on May 8, 1917 to Rudy and Lillian Denker and raised in South Toledo. He moved to Springfield Township in 1945 and built his home on Dorr St. He built and operated Green Acres picnic site until retiring at the age of 62 and moving to live near his son in Michigan. He and his wife of 66 years raised five children that were educated in Springfield Schools. He worked at Art Iron as an erector and Local 55 as a union iron worker. He was well known on the job site as a practical joker. He was a volunteer fireman at Crissey Fire Station for many years, reaching the rank of Captain. A tireless worker, he helped on many projects including building a large addition to the fire station. Rollie and Florence spent many summers at their property "up North" in Michigan near Ruby Creek. A devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend he will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Surviving are his children, Rollie Denker, Jr.; Jeanne (Bob) Schivelbein; Jeff (Mary Jo) Denker; JoAnn Kazemi; Donnie (Tina) Denker; 27 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his wife, Florence; brother, Harold, Orville & Donald Denker and daughter-in-law, Diana Denker.
Friends and family will be received in the Neville Funeral Home, Southwest Chapel, 7438 Airport Highway, Holland (419-865-8879) from 2-8 pm Sunday, May 18, 2014 where funeral services will be held at 10 am Monday, May 19, 2014 with Pastor Dennis King officiating. The Springfield Township Fire Department will conduct a walk through at 6:30 pm Sunday evening. Burial will follow at Ottawa Hills Memorial Park. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Providence Lutheran Church, 8131 Airport Highway, Holland.
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May 31, 2014
Barb and Ed Adams
Our sincere condolences to the Denker Family. Barb and Ed Adams
May 24, 2014
Jeanne Schivelbein
Miss you Daddy. God gave me the BEST!
May 22, 2014
Nick Kulwicki
Uncle Rollie wwas one of the greatest, most energetic, charismatic, and fun people I have ever met in my life. Some of my earliest memories are of pitching horseshoes with him and my grandfather at family reunions. I'll never forget the indians in the woods, one arm push-ups, drinking beer standing on his head, dancing all night long at weddings, and him showing up at our house in Texas with an RV full of Corona, Chiclets gum, and vanilla extract from Mexico. He will be sadly missed. Now, he and Bap are sipping cold ones and pitching shoes in Heaven. My condolences to the Denker family.
May 20, 2014
Pam Osborne-Naumann
We didn't get to spend a whole lot of time together, but I sure enjoyed the time we did get to spend together and will always treasure them. Uncle Rollie was a great dancer and very witty. Always gave sincere and loving hugs. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
May 19, 2014
Pam Young
Denker Family, my heart goes out to you on your loss. I have such fond memories of Rollie. What a special person.
May 19, 2014
I'm sorry for your loss. John 5:28
May 18, 2014
Mike Fink
Quite possibly the funniest person I had ever met. The first time I met him was Scott's wedding, I never laughed so hard. He was a very youthful man as well, I could only hope to live a life as youthful as his. My life is richer for having a few moments of time with him. I can only imagine the impact and influence he left with those of you, who knew him well. I am so sorry for your loss, but also so glad your life is so rich with his memories. God bless you all.
May 18, 2014
Bill and Nancy Huntzinger
D, so sorry to hear about your Dad.. What a great guy. What a great family that he and your mom have left behind. He will be missed
May 18, 2014
Jenny Pienta
So very sorry for your loss. God Bless!
May 18, 2014
GROHNKE FAMILY
our family has been so lucky to have been part of his family for many years. We've been through many sad and happy times together. But some how we always managed to end everything with a good laugh. You will truly be missed.
May 17, 2014
William Geiser
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
May 16, 2014
Bill Hawkins
I was lucky to have known Rollie and his family. I never saw him down or a time when he wasn't enthusiastic about life. His spirit and attitude were inspirational. Everyone who met him was better for it, he will be missed.
May 16, 2014
David Anaya
Mr.Denker has been a part of my life since I was born. Some of my most cherished memories are him in his "Red Blazer" emceeing the Christmas party at Springfield No. 2 Fire station. My father & he sure had there times together! The world is a better place because he was here!
May 16, 2014
Todd Bloom
What a hard working great man I am so blessed to have known him, My condolences to The Denker Family
May 16, 2014
Grandpa you brought so many smiles to our faces, and those will live on in our memories and stories for ever. Love you.
Ryan, Natalie, Ella and Evan
May 16, 2014
Karen Hartman Sobieralski
Dear Rollie and family,
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time,much too soon after Diana's passing.
Karen and Frank Sobieralski (Hartman)
May 16, 2014
Kristin Fisher
I'll always remember the smile on his face when he would be swinging with his great grandkids Jeffrey and Kylie. He was a very kind and spirit and will forever be remembered. -Kristin, Hailey, and Shelby
May 15, 2014
Grandpa,
You will always be in our hearts and never forgotten.
Miss you already,
Jeff, Kari, Jeffrey and Kylie
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