PETROVICH RONALD C

WO1 Ronald C. Petrovich was a potential VHPA member who died after his tour in Vietnam on 05/10/2017 at the age of 67.5
Colorado Springs, CO
Flight Classes 70-47 and 70-43
Date of Birth 11/09/1949
Served in the U.S. Army
This information was provided by Sammie Williams

More detail on this person: Ronald C. Petrovich was born November 9, 1949 in Chicago, Illinois. He unexpectedly passed away May 10, 2017 at his home in Security Colorado.Ron was a veteran of the Vietnam War where he was awarded the bronze star for his service as a helicopter pilot. After he was discharged from the military, he worked for Colorado Springs Utilities for over 30 years. Ron was a curious military historian who took on many research projects on the Civil War and WW2. He was also a train enthusiast who enjoyed setting up his model train set for nephews. Above all, Ron was a generous and understated guy who would always help anyone in need, but never wanted credit. Family was of mostimportance to him.Ron is survived by his sister Patricia (Jerry) Mielke, nephews Devin (Dara), Ryan, Tanner (Alyse), Joseph (Lisa) & Cash, nieces Jaidyn & Mackenzi and his canine bestie, Yogi. He is also survived by his Uncle Stan Petrovich and sister in law, Cathy Petrovich, along with numerous cousins. Ron was the proud son of WW2 veteran Walter Petrovich and Amelia Petrovich who preceded him in death along with his brother and fellow Vietnam veteran Walter (Wally).Memorial service will be private. -

Burial information: Evergreen Cemetery, Colorado Springs, CO

This information was last updated 05/28/2017

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Date posted on this site: 03/10/2024