John E. Ronchetti

Born on December 4, 1938 in South Bend, Indiana
Departed on August 9, 2021 in Melbourne, Florida

John E. Ronchetti, 82, of Melbourne, FL passed away August 9, 2021 at his home with his wife by his side.
He was born in South Bend, IN, son of James D. Ronchetti and Lillian (Zellmer) Ronchetti. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Carolyn (Bush), his daughter Robin (Daniel Kochevar) and grandson Kyle. Also surviving is brother Frank J. Ronchetti (Cheryl) along with nieces and nephews.

John graduated from Mishawaka High School where he played football, basketball and track. He held the school record for high hurdles for many years, and was the 1957 state of Indiana high hurdle champion. He attended University of Notre Dame and Indiana University South Bend.

John was a long time banker and held various executive banking positions in both Mishawaka and Melbourne. He served on countless boards and volunteered for many organizations. He was always willing to help his fellow employees, clients and friends in any way possible.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be given to a charity of their choice, or Mishawaka High School Athletics, Attn: Dean Huppert, 1202 Lincolnway E, Mishawaka, IN 46544.
Services to be held at a later date.

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Phyllis and Jerry DeVorkin from South Bend, IN
August 15, 2021
Carolyn, I am so sorry to read that John has passed. John and I were the best of friends in High School and I will miss the occasional phone calls we had. Again, I am sorry to read that John has passed away. Jerry
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