Mr. Ronald J. Gillenkirk, 78, summer resident of Island Shadows Trailer Park since 1996, died September 25th, at his summer residence.
Calling hours will be from 4-7pm, October 18th, at the Paul Harris Funeral Home in Rochester. A Funeral Mass will be at 10am on Wednesday, October 19th, at St. Cecilia’s Church.
Mr. Gillenkirk was born June 9th, 1944, in Rochester, the son of Marvin and Arlene O’Brien Gillenkirk.
He was a retired schoolteacher from the Victor School District, where he also coached JV Baseball.
He married the former Diane Wheaton, December 21st, 1968, at St. Monica’s Catholic Church.
Amongst his survivors is his wife Diane, three sons, Tim, Todd, and Rob, and grandchildren.
Donations can be made in his name to a scholarship fund through the Victor School District, where he taught for 33 years, or Matthews Closet, 316 Bay Street, Rochester, N.Y. 14605.
Sue Cardella
Diane – I was shocked to learn of Ron’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.