Ronald E. Fink passed away peacefully on April 11, 2023 after a battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family. Ron was born on April 12, 1936, in Emigsville, York County, Pennsylvania and was the son of the late Elmer and Mildred Fink. He was predeceased by his wife, Joyce E. Fink on August 12, 2021, with whom he celebrated 62 years of marriage. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and a friend to many.
Ron was employed by several different companies in the Lancaster area since coming here in 1960 to join Armstrong World Industries. He focused primarily on a financial and management career. He graduated from Gettysburg College, BA; Pennsylvania State University, Masters – Admin & Business Degree; and Kellogg Graduate School, Northwestern University, Executive Development Program. Upon graduating from college, he received his commission as an officer in the US Army and served several years on active duty.
He served on Boards of Directors or Trustees for several non-profit community and professional organizations. These included the Fulton Opera House; the Lancaster Symphony Orchestra; Homestead Retirement Village; the Board of Fellows of Gettysburg College; the Institute of Management at Franklin Marshall College; the Institute of Management Accounting; and the Endowment Fund at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. He volunteered as a SCORE mentor for several years.
He is survived by three daughters: Elizabeth Lowry (Kurt Brubaker), Columbia Pennsylvania, Karinsue Miller (Matthew), Sedona, Arizona and Julia Sloat, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. He loved his five grandchildren, Bailey Moser (Michael), Jasmine Sloat, Kendra Sloat, Jacob Miller, and Libby Herr (Jordan). He also loved his great granddaughter, Nora Moser and two great grandsons, Brodie and Gavin Herr.
A service celebrating his life will be held on May 8, 2023 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 31 South Duke St., Lancaster Pennsylvania. The service will begin at 11:00 AM and there will be an opportunity to greet the family at 10:00 at the church. Interment will be in the church memorial garden immediately after the service and will be private for the family only.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Ron’s memory to the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Endowment Fund, 31 South Duke St., Lancaster Pennsylvania. 17602.
June Belfie says
Ron left a strong family legacy, and his influence will be a lasting tribute to his family and friends. Ron was gentle and humble and we were privileged to spend time with him in years past. Our deep condolences go to his loving family.
Jim and June Belfie.
Sandy and Skip says
Ron was a true friend to anyone lucky enough to meet him! He lead his life by the example of love and kindness! He and Joyce will always hold a special place in my heart! May you rest in peace in God’s Heavenly Realm!
Dear Beth, Karinsue and Julia always remember the love your dad felt for you! He was so proud of his girls and your children! There wasn’t a single time during my visits that he did not proudly show the latest family pictures as he beamed with pride!
Love you all very much!
Matthew Miller says
Truely a humble man that will be greeted warmly in heaven.
PATTI KRAUSE says
I am very sorry for your loss.
Please except my condolences,my prayers are with the family.
Barbara Walker says
Ron was one of our best friends. Don and Barb Walker spent many happy times together with Joyce and Ron. We were best College friends, and were in each other’s weddings. We will forever miss Ron and Joyce. Such a large part of our lives. Our Love and prayers will always be with their daughters.
P. Alan and Linda K, Loss says
We were saddened to learn about Ron’s passing away. He was a friend and he and Joyce helped with the interior design and decoration of our current home. We enjoyed visiting their home in Mt. Greta as well. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time of his passing.
As Friends,
Alan and Linda Loss
Mary and Ruth says
Dear family,
As a veteran, I salute your dad’s loyalty and commitment in service to our country. As a resident of Lancaster, Pa., I am thankful for your dad’s leadership for so many wonderful organizations that enrich our community. As a follower of Jesus, I offer my prayers of Thanksgiving for your dad’s faithfulness to the gospel of God’s love through Jesus Christ. As your friends, we offer our hearts to hold you in these difficult days ahead. Just let us know what you need. (Dad implies grand dad too).
Julia (youngest daughter) says
Pops, Your my Hero my Rock and always will be Now Above. Love you and Love mama
May you Fly High above with mama now .❤️♥️
Julia sloat ( youngest daughter) says
Pops you are my Hero my Rock and you will be in heaven . Your with mama now together .
Fly High line the Bold eagle.
Love you so much and I’ll miss you
Barbara Ternovan says
Dear Family
I have many wonderful memories of the great times my husband John , me, and the two of you. We had a lot of laughs especially on our back porch playing cards. Now maybe you and John can do that together.
The two of you would go to Hershey to watch the hockey games. He is in a better place now and watching down on us. You were there for me when John passed which was a Blessing for me, God knew it was time for you to unite with Joyce. My prayers are with the family for this is a very difficult time but God will be there with them and give you the strength to get through it. God Bless all if you. Barbara
Pamela S Roof says
Dear Fink family I was saddened to hear of your father’s passing and offer my sincere on your loss. Such a loss is heart wrenching and there is no words to express those feelings. I will keep my wonderful memories of our two families sharing enjoyable vacations and celebrating the holidays. Take care and God bless, Pam (Geiger) Roof
Linda Polonus says
My husband Mike and I met Joyce and Ron in 1961 when the guys worked at Armstrong. They car pooled
and Joyce took me to St. Joseph’s when I went into labor because Mike was at National Guard Camp. We
have stayed in touch over the years even though we moved many times. When Mike passed 3 years ago
Joyce and Ron were there to comfort me. Blessings to their loving, caring daughters.
Linda Polonus
Julie Ketterman says
Hello,
I recently read Mr. Fink’s obituary in LNP and was thinking that my family and your family are probably related in some way and also have a lot in common. My mother (who passed away on 7/23/2022) was born Gladys Irene Fink in Emigsville, PA in 1930. Her father was Ellis Fink who had a brother named Curtis. I’m thinking that maybe Ronald was a cousin to my mother. My mother attended St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in York and was married there to my father, Thomas Ketterman (another York Family), in 1951. They both attended North York High School. My father graduated from Gettysburg College in 1952. My parents had three daughters, just like Ronald. My father (also deceased) and mother were both business and community leaders in Harrisburg, PA were they moved shortly after marrying. They enjoyed travel and the arts and I think would have enjoyed Ronald’s company….he sounded like a great man. I’m sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Julie Ketterman ( julieketterman@hotmail.com)