Chili – Sunday, April 24, 2022 at age 93. Predeceased by his son, Jeffrey Kilker; and grandson, Evan Valentine. Survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Caroline; children, Stephen (Linda), Daniel (Jane), Diane (Neil) Valentine and Robert; daughter-in-law, Donna Kilker (Bob Donohue); many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and dear friends.
Roland was a Korean War Army veteran, a retiree of Delco after 37 years and a Past Commander of the Harvey C. Noone Post 954. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Roland’s greatest joy was spending time with his beloved family and close friends.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Roland’s home care givers, Angela, Jeanine, Liz, Ericka, Tiffany and Luis. They are truly angels among us.
Family and friends may call Thursday 4-7pm at the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home. Funeral Mass Friday 11am at St. Pius Tenth Church, 3000 Chili Ave. Rochester, NY 14624 Interment, Holy Ghost Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Golisano Children’s Hospital, 300 East River Rd., PO Box 278996 Rochester, NY 14627.
