Ronald Dean Burkhardt
October 13, 1930 ~ October 23, 2017
Born in: Bradford, Pennsylvania
Ronald Burkhardt, 87, passed away in his home surrounded by his family on October 23, 2017. He was born on October 13, 1930, in Bradford, PA to the late Walter and Nolene Swatzler Burkhardt. He was married September 4, 1954, to Patricia Hartle Burkhardt, who survives him. Left to cherish his memory are his children; Debra Mook and her husband Robert of Polk, Ronda Schengber and her husband James of Cincinnati, OH and Thomas Burkhardt and his wife Connie of Polk, and a sister; Cheryl Knox and her husband Don of Franklin. Seven grandchildren; Brian Mook of Polk, Andrew Schengber of IN, Allison Schengber of OH, Lauren Burkhardt of DE, Tyler Burkhardt of KY, Brandon Burkhardt and his wife Taylor of Cooperstown, and Karley Emeigh of Franklin and one great-grandson; Brayden Burkhardt as well as a baby boy who will join the family in the new year. Mr. Burkhardt was preceded in death by his parents, his stepmother; Gertrude Burkhardt, a brother; Billy Lee Burkhardt and a half-brother; Richard Burkhardt. Ron worked for Joy manufacturing as an expeditor and retired after 40 years of service. Most of Ron's life was committed to serving the community. Ron was a member of the Sandycreek Township Volunteer Fire Department and Fire Police for 57 years serving as treasurer for 40 years. Also, he was an EMA coordinator for Sandycreek Township for 5 years. Ron's love of community was evident, and he passed that passion on to his family, who still is active.Ron also enjoyed playing softball. It was a hobby that didn't end as he aged. He was a founder of the 55 and over Softball League and played up until 2016 (Age 85) when he had to turn in his glove and cleats.Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Thursday from 4:00-7:00 pm. A Christian wake service will be held at the Gardinier Funeral Home, Inc. on Thursday, October 26, 2017, at 4:00 pm with Deacon Richard O'Polka officiating. A funeral mass will be held at St. Patrick's church on Friday, October 27, 2017, at 11:00 am with Monsignor John Herbein officiating. Burial will conclude the services at St. Patrick's Cemetery, in Franklin. Ron's family requests that memorial contributions be made in Ron's name to the Sandycreek Township Volunteer Fire Department, 624 Congress Hill Road, Franklin PA 16323.To send flowers, cards, or online condolences, friends and family are invited to visit www.gardinierfuneralhome.com
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My sincere condolences go out to this family. I am so sorry for your loss. May our Heavenly Father be with you now & in the times ahead when you will grieve. Ron was a fine gentleman, loved & respected by his community & those who knew him. I remember working with Debbie & Bob Mook & I remember Cheryl & Don Knox. God be with you all.
Sincerely,
Mary Kay (McDaniel) Brown
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. So sorry for your loss.
Jim & Dawn McCall
TO THE FAMILY OF RON,I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER RON AS A KIND AND CARING PERSON I GOT TO SERVE WITH HIM ON THE FIRE DEPT HE WAS ALWAYS A JOLLY FELLOW HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED AS A FRIEND , MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONES IN MY PRAYERS
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Burkhardt family. It was honor to service as fire police with Ron.
So sad to have another of the family die. God be with all of you .
To The Burkhardt Family
Sorry to learn of Ron’s passing. Ron will be missed. Our families from been friends for so long I can remember get togethers and time spent with the Burkhardt family back when I was a kid. Ron was always a fun person to be around. Keeping the entire family in my thoughts as you go thru this time.
Joel Parquette
TO TOM AND HIS FAMILY: I`AM VERY SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR FATHER. RON WAS A WOUNDERFUL MAN, PERSON WHO CARED VERY NUCH FOR HIS FAMILY AND THE FIRE SERVICE AND HIS TWP. HE WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED BY EVERYONE. RON IS NOW AT REST AND PEACE AND HE WILL BE WITH THE GOOD LORD IN WATCHING OVER ALL OF HIS FAMILY. FROM A FAMILY FRIEND BOB , TINA AND ANDREW GRAFF
TO THE BURKHARDT FAMILY: WE ARE SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF RON. HE WAS A WOUNDERFUL MAN. HE DID ALOT FOR HIS FAMILY, SANDYCREEK FIRE DEPT., AND SANDYCREEK TWP. AND THE VENANGO COUNTY FIREFIGHTERS AND FIRE CHIEFS ASSOC. HE WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED BY ALL. THE VENANGO COUNTY FIREFIGHTERS AND FIRE CHIEFS ASSOC. SEND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO TOM AND HIS FAMILY. VICE PRESIDENT BOB GRAFF
Sending our sympathy & condolences to all of the family during this difficult time. So sorry for the recent loss of your father. He was a great neighbor to our family. Love, Tom & Kathy Snyder DeLucia.