Celebrating the life of
Ronald A. Senkowski
June 01, 1940 - June 14, 2011
Savannah, GA - Ron passed on Tuesday, June 14, 2011 at his home after a protracted illness.
Ron was born on June 1, 1940 in Detroit, Michigan to Alfred and Eleanor Senkowski. Ron discovered an early talent for construction, working as a draftsman, a property manager and finally as a general contractor. He established The Ron-Sen Company as a commercial builder and developer, constructing banks, multi-plex cinemas, government office centers and big box retail centers.
He and his high school sweetheart Mary Ann married on June 30, 1962. Their first date was a Detroit Red Wing hockey game. When not following his beloved Wings or Lions, Ron could be found swinging away on the golf course or singing away in the Cathedral Choir, two of his everlasting passions. Ron was a member of the Red Cross in support of the military.
Ron became a family man with the birth of his first son, Ronald Joseph. Along with his wife, he leaves three sons and their wives: Ron and Melissa, Christopher and Maria Cristina, Brian and Jennifer.His greatest joys were his seven grandchildren: Calvin, Annelise, Tristan, Cosette, Lily Beth, Madeline and Ella. He loved them so much. Ron is also survived by his sister and brother-in-law Mary Ellen and Ed Pollock.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am Saturday, June 18, 2011 at the Cathedral of John the Baptist in Savannah with The Reverend Daniel Firmin, officiant.
The family wishes to express their gratitude to Dr. Barry Luskey and his staff, Hospice Savannah, Beth Conway, and to Ron's personal angels Marc and Carol Tate.
In lieu of flowers the family requests remembrances to Hospice Savannah, PO Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416 or The Anderson Cancer Institute, Memorial Health Foundation, PO Box 23089, Savannah, GA 31403-3089.
Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com
Dear Mary Ann, We're sending you and your family our love and prayers. We meet you and Ron at the Hospital for treatment as our son was leaving for Basic Training in the Air Force. Ron brought us some great memories and then there are the coincidences of our common Urologist and your son. We have discussed the great spirit of encouragement that Ron shared us as he and Terry took their fluids in preparation for those MRI’s. You and Ron raised our spirit and removed them from the pain and concern we had at that time. What a great encouragement you both gave us. May God continue to Bless you,
- Terry & Andria Brooks, Richmond Hill, GA
Mary Ann-I'm so sorry that we couldn't be there - our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- Melissa Callison, Brooklyn, MI
So sorry to hear of your loss. Your family has been in our thoughts and prayers. It's never easy to lose a loved one however, I'm sure you will have many cherished memories from years gone by. Bob, Melissa, Ben & Josh Callison
- Bob & Melissa Callison, Brooklyn, MI
Ron will be in our hearts forever. All of our travels and and friendship during the past 20+ years were so special and he will be greatly missed. Ron always brought something special to our adventures and we truly did have some amazing adventures together! MaryAnn, we will always be there for you
- Don and Mona deMarini, Irvine, GA
I remember Ron for many wonderful reasons and am sorry for the Senkowski loss. This memorial site is a great tribute to Ron especially for his Michigan friends. Blessings to all.
- Barbara Johnson-Kane, Beverly Hills, MI
Ron was a unique warm fun-loving man. We weren't often together but those occasions were always fun. Thinking of you
- Clinton & Sharon Dowd, Savannah, GA
Dear Mary Ann, We're sending our love to you from Vermont. Through the past several years Ron provided us with some pretty good memories and some pretty lousy golf. I'm glad I got to spend an hour or two with him just before we left and he left us. He was a great story-teller. It's our prayer that you get through this tough time - you've got a lot of living yet to do. We'll catch up with you soon. Again, our love to you. Ron & Hilda
- Ron & Hilda Geren, Savannah, GA
Dr. Senkowski & Family, You are in my prayers. May precious memories give you strength.
- Chableau Ford, Savannah, GA
Aunt Mary Ann and family, You all are in prayers and thoughts. God Bless you all! Uncle and Godfather: I will miss your smiles and laughter! Thank you! Love, your Niece Kathy
- Kathleen Swan, South Lyon, MI
We loved Ron very much he was a great friend to us and we will miss him,Maryann you and the family are in our thoughts and our prayers
- Paul Rivetto, Rochester, MI
So sorry to hear of Ron's passing. My deepest sympathies to the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. 'May you rest in peace'
- Kent Woo, Savannah, GA
Dear Mary Ann, We're sending you and your family our love and prayers. We meet you and Ron at the Hospital for treatment as our son was leaving for Basic Training in the Air Force. Ron brought us some great memories and then there are the coincidences of our common Urologist and your son. We have discussed the great spirit of encouragement that Ron shared us as he and Terry took their fluids in preparation for those MRI’s. You and Ron raised our spirit and removed them from the pain and concern we had at that time. What a great encouragement you both gave us. May God continue to Bless you,
- Terry & Andria Brooks, Richmond Hill, GA
Mary Ann-I'm so sorry that we couldn't be there - our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- Melissa Callison, Brooklyn, MI
So sorry to hear of your loss. Your family has been in our thoughts and prayers. It's never easy to lose a loved one however, I'm sure you will have many cherished memories from years gone by. Bob, Melissa, Ben & Josh Callison
- Bob & Melissa Callison, Brooklyn, MI
Ron will be in our hearts forever. All of our travels and and friendship during the past 20+ years were so special and he will be greatly missed. Ron always brought something special to our adventures and we truly did have some amazing adventures together! MaryAnn, we will always be there for you
- Don and Mona deMarini, Irvine, GA
I remember Ron for many wonderful reasons and am sorry for the Senkowski loss. This memorial site is a great tribute to Ron especially for his Michigan friends. Blessings to all.
- Barbara Johnson-Kane, Beverly Hills, MI
Ron was a unique warm fun-loving man. We weren't often together but those occasions were always fun. Thinking of you
- Clinton & Sharon Dowd, Savannah, GA
Dear Mary Ann, We're sending our love to you from Vermont. Through the past several years Ron provided us with some pretty good memories and some pretty lousy golf. I'm glad I got to spend an hour or two with him just before we left and he left us. He was a great story-teller. It's our prayer that you get through this tough time - you've got a lot of living yet to do. We'll catch up with you soon. Again, our love to you. Ron & Hilda
- Ron & Hilda Geren, Savannah, GA
Dr. Senkowski & Family, You are in my prayers. May precious memories give you strength.
- Chableau Ford, Savannah, GA
Aunt Mary Ann and family, You all are in prayers and thoughts. God Bless you all! Uncle and Godfather: I will miss your smiles and laughter! Thank you! Love, your Niece Kathy
- Kathleen Swan, South Lyon, MI
We loved Ron very much he was a great friend to us and we will miss him,Maryann you and the family are in our thoughts and our prayers
- Paul Rivetto, Rochester, MI
So sorry to hear of Ron's passing. My deepest sympathies to the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. 'May you rest in peace'
- Kent Woo, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
