In Memory Of
Stanley W. Roan
1948
2024
Stanley W. Roan
April 6, 1948 — January 2, 2024
Stanley W. Roan, 75, passed away on January 2, 2024 at his residence.
Born April 6, 1948, he was the son of H. Wayne and Pauline (Bruot) Roan. He graduated from Bryan High School in 1966.
Stanley was a US Navy veteran, serving from 1968-1970 in the Vietnam war, then the reserves through 1973.
He retired from Owens Corning in 2007 after 28 years as a Transportation Specialist. Unable to stay retired, he drove a school bus for Maumee City Schools for 5 years before moving to Columbus. He then continued driving for Worthington City Schools from 2015-2023.
Outside of work, he enjoyed being active outdoors and spending time with family and friends. He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 0171.
He will be greatly missed by his wife of 47 years, Kristina (Pollock) Roan; two daughters, Dr. Jessica Retzke and Jennifer (John) Elrod; three grandchildren, Campbell Retzke, Cole Retzke and Harper Elrod; two brothers, Steve (Ann) Roan and Sidney (Debi) Roan.
Preceding him in death was father, H. Wayne Roan in 1992.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to ALS United Central & Southern Ohio, 1170 Old Henderson Rd., Ste. 221, Columbus, OH 43220. To make online donations please click here.
Services are at Newcomer 3047 E Dublin Granville Rd, Columbus OH 43231. Visitation is on Thursday, January 11th from 5-7pm and Friday, January 12th from 10-11am. Funeral service is on Friday, January 12th at 11am.
Born April 6, 1948, he was the son of H. Wayne and Pauline (Bruot) Roan. He graduated from Bryan High School in 1966.
Stanley was a US Navy veteran, serving from 1968-1970 in the Vietnam war, then the reserves through 1973.
He retired from Owens Corning in 2007 after 28 years as a Transportation Specialist. Unable to stay retired, he drove a school bus for Maumee City Schools for 5 years before moving to Columbus. He then continued driving for Worthington City Schools from 2015-2023.
Outside of work, he enjoyed being active outdoors and spending time with family and friends. He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 0171.
He will be greatly missed by his wife of 47 years, Kristina (Pollock) Roan; two daughters, Dr. Jessica Retzke and Jennifer (John) Elrod; three grandchildren, Campbell Retzke, Cole Retzke and Harper Elrod; two brothers, Steve (Ann) Roan and Sidney (Debi) Roan.
Preceding him in death was father, H. Wayne Roan in 1992.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to ALS United Central & Southern Ohio, 1170 Old Henderson Rd., Ste. 221, Columbus, OH 43220. To make online donations please click here.
Services are at Newcomer 3047 E Dublin Granville Rd, Columbus OH 43231. Visitation is on Thursday, January 11th from 5-7pm and Friday, January 12th from 10-11am. Funeral service is on Friday, January 12th at 11am.
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Service Schedule
Past Services
Visitation
Thursday, January 11, 2024
5:00 - 7:00 pm (Eastern time)
Newcomer - Northeast Chapel
Service
Friday, January 12, 2024
Starts at 11:00 am (Eastern time)
Newcomer - Northeast Chapel
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