Jerome G. “Jerry” Rosenhoover Sr., 77, of Spruce Street, Ridgway, PA died on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at his residence after a brief illness.

He was born on May 8, 1946, in St. Marys, the son of the late Jerome and Anna Sorge Rosenhoover.

On November 26, 1966, at Holy Rosary Church, he married Marie E. Gigliotti, who survives.

Jerry was a lifelong resident of Ridgway. For 55 years, he served as a member of the Ridgway Fire Department, holding the esteemed position of Rescue Captain for 24 years. He had a passion for hunting, shooting, and riding his Harley. He worked many years as the Street Supervisor for the Ridgway Borough and retired from Penn Dot after more than 20 years of service. Jerry’s greatest joy came from spending time with his family. He cherished moments shared with his loved ones.

In addition to his loving wife of 57 years, Marie, he is survived by 4 children: Jerry Rosenhoover and his girlfriend Renee, Kristen Fitch and her husband Scott, Tony Rosenhoover and his wife Erika, all of Ridgway, Paula Ravegum and her husband John of Lancaster, 7 grandchildren; Morgan, Julia, Jesse, Lola, John, Romey, and Ridge, and 1 great-granddaughter, Vivian.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Jerome G. Rosenhoover will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at 11:00 AM at St. Leos Church, 111 Depot St., Ridgway, PA 15853, with Fr. Justin Pino, Pastor, officiating.

Burial will follow at St. Leo Cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 8, 2024, at Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center St. Ridgway, Pa, 15853, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to the Ridgway Fire Department or Penn Highlands Hospice.

 Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com