Ronald Joseph Jankowski

Age 48, of Lower Maple Ave. Elmira, NY went home to be with the Lord, Friday, December 12, 2003 peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with diabetes. He wasborn August 26, 1955 in Elmira, NY the son of Leonard F. and Minnie (Sherwood) Jankowski. His father, Leonard and sister, Barbara, preceded him in death. Ronald married Becky Pierson August 24, 1975 in St. Mary?s Church. They have enjoyed 28 wonderful years of life and love together. Ron as he was affectionately known, is survived by his loving wife, Becky; sons, Ronald (Karen) Jankowski Jr., William (Melissa) Jankowski, Robert Jankowski and Michael Jankowski (fiancée Robin Beacraft); daughter, Jamie Lynn Jankowsi; grandchildren, Gabrielle, Kyle and Elizabeth Jankowski; mother, Minnie Jankowski; mother and father-in-law, June and David Pierson; brothers, John (Bonnie) Jankowski and Ed Jankowski; sisters, Donna (Rob) Gates, Sandy Neefe, Joann (Kenneth) Birosh, Mary Ann (Mike) Ritsick and Betty Shakowski; canine companions, ?Sheiba? and ?Rocky? close friends, Mina and Junie Derenzo and Jamie Fortier along with several nieces, nephew, cousins and many friends. Ron retired from West Hill Con after years of dedicated service as an electrician and was a communicant of St. Mary?s Church. His greatest pleasure came from his family. They spent much of their time at Keuka Lake and camping. He was an avid hunter, enjoyed sports activities and loved working on his ?vette?. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira, NY on Wednesday, December 17, 2003 from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 PM. Funeral Services will be held there at the conclusion of calling hours. (8:00 PM). The Reverend Rick Farrell will celebrate the services honoring Ron?s life. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family in the Fitzsimmons Cemetery. A ?Candle of Remembrance? may be left for the family in Obituaries at www.olthof.com.