Ronald M. Franiak Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Ronald M. Franiak of Rockford, Illinois, born in Chicago, Illinois, who passed away on October 24, 2024. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ronald M. Franiak to pay them a last tribute.

In the vast expanse of eternity, Ronald shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Ronald farewell, his loved ones carry with them the precious gift of his memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Theodore Franiak and Christine Franiak; his wife Bonnie; his daughters, Jennifer Stark (David) and Elizabeth Peterson; his grandchildren, Gretchen, Ethan and Sarah Peterson (Evan Keister); his sister Theodora Shackleton (George); and his daughter Denise Pape. He was also cherished by nieces and nephews.

Memorials, tributes, and dedications in Ron's name may be made to the Rockford Boys and Girls Club Carlson Unit or to the Rockford Park District, Barb and Lloyd McWilliams Youth Golf Fund.