Obituaries
Brad A. Roda, 56
April 02, 2016
Brad A. Roda, 56, of Ephrata, passed away on Saturday, April 2, 2016. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Benjamin A. Roda and the late E. Carlene (Gilbert) Roda. He was the loving husband of Denise K. (Overly) Roda.
He was a 1977 graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School. During his high school career he was named to the Lancaster/Lebanon All Star Football Team. He went on to attend Bloomsburg University.
Brad enjoyed cycling, golf, and was a competitive athlete. In addition to sports, he loved to travel. He, his wife and daughter enjoyed a vacation in Italy in 2011. He also spent many summer vacations with family in Avalon, Stone Harbor, Ocean City, MD and the Outer Banks. He treasured time spent with his friends, high school buddies, and family, especially his daughter, nieces and nephews.
As a football and basketball sports enthusiast, you could always find him in the stands at many of his nephews’ LCHS basketball games.
Brad is a member of Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Ephrata, and was a member of the Breakfast Optimist Club of Lancaster.
He had a 35 year banking career with Fulton Financial Corporation. He was a Senior Vice President, Division Sales Manager for the Merchant Card Services Group.
Brad was an energetic, enthusiastic, thoughtful and caring individual. He touched many lives throughout his life. He was goal oriented and never backed down from a challenge in his personal life or his work life. In the past 2 ½ years his illness became his greatest challenge, however he never let it affect his positive spirit.
He was a loving devoted husband and father.
In addition to his wife, Denise of 25 years, Brad is survived by his daughter Megan Roda (fiancé Brock Cromleigh), brother Craig Roda (Dianne), sister Pamela Roda Kline (Jim), twin brother Scott A. Roda (Patricia), sister Kim R. Wenger (Phil), niece Taylor Wenger and great nieces Claire and Grace Roda, nephews, Philip Wenger, Chad Wenger, Philip Kline (Misty), Jacob Kline, Aaron Roda, Andrew Roda, Mark Roda (Ann), Chris Roda (Jamie), Brandon Roda (Janelle), Spouse’s parents Marian Gerhart (Melvin), Edwin Overly, Spouse’s siblings Dennis Overly (Jeannie), Debra Rudolph, Spouse’s nieces and nephews Shauna Overly, Danielle Overly, Michele Getz (Jeremy), Joshua Witman, Justin Witman, Kurt Royer (Stacey), and Brian Royer (Miriam).
A Celebration of Life Catholic Service will be held on Monday, April 11, 2016 at 11 AM at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 440 St. Joseph St., Lancaster, PA 17603 with The Rev. John McLoughlin as Celebrant and Rev. Allan F. Wolfe as Concelebrant. Visitations will be on Sunday, April 10, 2016 at Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA from 6-8 PM and again at the church Monday morning from 10-11 AM. Interment will follow in St. Joseph New Catholic Church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, gifts in memory may be made to Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute Fund, Lancaster General Heath Foundation, 609 N. Cherry Street, Lancaster, PA 17603, or Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins Prostate Cancer Research. Make checks payable to Johns Hopkins University with memo indicating in memory of Brad Roda, mail to Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, 750 East Pratt Street, Suite 1700, Baltimore, MD 21202 or online at http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/kimmel_cancer_center/our_center/charitable_giving/
The family would like to thank the many devoted family members, friends and co-workers who provided assistance, support and friendship during his illness.
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Condolences to the Family
April 13, 2016
Denise, Scott, Kim, and to the rest of your family, our deepest sympathies go out to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Brenda Miller & Deb Weaver
April 13, 2016
DENISE, CRAIG, KIM & PHIL: GOD BLESS YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. THINKING OF YOU WITH SYMPATHY, WITH LOVE, AND WITH A PRAYER THAT GOD WILL BLESS YOU EVERY DAY AND KEEP YOU IN HIS CARE. SENDING OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES, FULTON BANK LITITZ SOUTH OFFICE.
April 13, 2016
DENISE, MEGAN & FAMILY: AS YOU KEEP BRAD’S LOVE IN YOUR HEART, PLEASE KNOW WARM THOUGHTS OF SUPPORT AND CARING ARE ALSO WITH YOU…NOW, AND IN THE DAYS TO COME. GOD BLESS YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY, TERRY MCGUIGAN
April 12, 2016
To Denise, Megan and the Roda Family,
We were sadden to see that Brad had passed. We will always remember how nice he and you were to our family. Please know that you and yours are in our prayers. May God comfort you and continue to give you strength. Blessings to you and yours always!!!
With Deepest Sympathy,
The Badie Family
April 11, 2016
Denise and family. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May God give you strenght.
Kay Freeman Harnish
April 11, 2016
I was very sorry to read abour Brads’ death. It seems like just yeterday Brad was playing QB for me at St. Joe. I really want to be at the funeral tomorrow but it has become impossible. I am recovering from surgery and am living at a rehab center in Lititz. I have attempted to find someone who could drive me to Church on Monday but I was not successful. I will keep Brad and your family in my prayers.
April 10, 2016
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to all the Roda family at this difficult time. May God provide you comfort and strength in the coming weeks, months and years as you move forward with life. Brad will be missed. We all extend our sympathy.
Scott Parmer
April 09, 2016
I was so sorry to hear of Brad’s passing. We will keep the Roda family in our prayers in the coming days and hope that you know that Brad is with the Lord and at peace.
Mike and Chris Roda
April 09, 2016
With deepest sympathies to the Roda family.
Our prayers are with you.
Joe & Melanie Gargano
April 08, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Roda family. I grew up on Euclid Ave just houses away. A great family. May God give you all strength during this difficult time.
Gary Stepanchick
April 08, 2016
To the entire Roda family – Please accept my sympathy during this time of loss. I worked with Brad on several occasions and he was always smiling and pleasant. I will remember him in this way. Stephanie Lavenberg
April 08, 2016
To the Roda Family;
Please accept our deepest and most sincere sympathy. Brad will be missed by ALL of us that knew him. Please know that he and the Roda family are in our thoughts. May Brad’s strength be with us all.
Take Care
Dave Kirchner and the entire Kirchner family.
April 08, 2016
My deepest sympathies to you Craig and your entire family over the loss of your brother Brad….my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time .
Pat Casey
April 08, 2016
To all the Roda’s
I am sending prayer’s to all. I have known Brad since 1st grade at SJS and alos from St Joes Church growing up. I will miss our little conversations at market. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Carole Martin Good
April 08, 2016
My prayers and condolences are being sent to the Roda family who I only know through my daughter Brei Rowley who is an employee of Brad’s.
April 08, 2016
Rest in peace brad,we love you very much and we will miss you! Our condolences to Denise,Megan , uncle Ben,and all brothers and sisters. With all our prayers, Steve,Bernadeth and Anna .
April 07, 2016
Denise and Megan,
Our deepest sympathy to both of you. You will be in our thoughts and prayers as you go thru this difficult time. Julie wanted us to extend her sympathy to you also.
Joan and Ken Stavarski
April 07, 2016
To Denise, Craig, Phil and the entire Roda family from Julie and Jim Englert. I worked with Brad for 19 years and have many fond memories of him. I have always admired Brad’s integrity and his commitment to both family and work. Brad will be truly missed and remembered by all those whose lives he touched. I pray that you will feel God’s presence during this time of healing.
April 07, 2016
A life that will forever shine!! Blessings and strength to the entire family. And a reminder to us all to live our lives to the fullest!
Sue Weber
April 07, 2016
Deepest sympathies to Denise, Craig, Phil, Kim, and the extended family from Fran and Steve Haldeman. It was a pleasure to have known Brad professionally and personally over the years. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
April 07, 2016
To Brad’s family,
I worked with him very briefly, but he left an everlasting positive impression. I am truly sorry for your loss and wish you much peace in your healing during this very difficult time.
Bridgette R. Collier
Fulton Financial Corporation
April 07, 2016
Cousin Nise and Megan too!
We are so sorry to hear and read of your loss. We will definitely miss Brad’s smiling face and warm personality at the Overly Reunions every August!! Brad was a great guy and one who always made you feel like family, whenever and wherever you ran into him. He will forever remain in our hearts and minds. May the fond memories of your husband and father sustain as well as comfort you during this difficult time!
With deepest sympathy, Vickie (Overly) Kahler, Ray, Trey and the entire Harvey Overly Family
April 07, 2016
Dear Denise, Megan & the entire Roda Family,
So sorry for your loss…you are a wonderful family with lots of love and support for each other. That love and support will help you thru this most difficult time….Brad is at peace now with his loving mother. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers always.
Ellen Anderson Collister & Family
April 06, 2016
To the Roda Family
May God bless you all. Peace be with you.
Craig & Paula Albright
April 06, 2016
Dear Ben and Family-
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy to you and the entire Roda family. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Jim and Mary Ann Caterbone Mahler
April 06, 2016
To Brad’s family,
It is hard to forget someone who gave us so much to remember. Mr. Roda, loosing a son is one of life’s worst moment and we wish you comfort in knowing that you raised a one of a kind son. Denise and Megan, it is better to have a love that you lost than to never have known that love. Peace to Brad and the Roda family.
Love,
Mary Lynn Hobday and Mike DiPaolo
April 06, 2016
Denise, Craig and Phil –
Peace, Prayers and Blessings to you and your families. I am so very sorry for you loss.
Much love,
Donna Deeter
April 06, 2016
Denise, Megan and the entire extended Roda family. I had the pleasure of working with Brad from 1997 – 2000 and then reconnecting a few years ago when his nephew Phil was a teammate of my son Kyle on the E-town College basketball team. I hope you can find comfort in knowing that Brad’s energy and love for life touched so many of us in a postive way. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Pat McConnell, Lebanon, PA.
April 06, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. Brad was a wonderful man whose legacy of love will live on through his family.
Teresa Roda
April 06, 2016
Megan, Denise and Brock,
So sorry to hear of your loss. I will be out of town, so I cannot attend the services, but I will be thinking of you all! Thoughts and Prayers,
Jill Fidler
April 06, 2016
Craig, so sorry for your loss. My condolence to you and your whole family. Best wishes, Charlie Simmons
April 06, 2016
Denise, Craig, Phil and family,
My prayers are with you and your family. I enjoyed knowing and working with Brad at Fulton. He was always kind and helpfull to me.
With deepest sympathy.
Anita Brooks
April 06, 2016
To the entire Roda Family I wish to express my sympathy at this very sad time. Your family has been special to me and my family for many years and I’m so sorry for this loss. God Bless Brad’s wife and daughter. And remember I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. – Joan Anderson Schwebel
April 06, 2016
Denise & family,
Perhaps they are not stars, but rather, openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Mary Albaugh
April 06, 2016
Craig and Family; I have spoken with you often lately about Brad, and was constantly uplifted when you would tell me how good his spirits remained. That is a testament to his personality, perserverence and faith! He definately is deserving of a Celebration of Life, and is a model for us all to follow. Sincerely, Ginny Deimler of your Fulton Family
April 06, 2016
Denise,
Our prayers are with you and your family. Brad was a great man and I enjoyed working with him for many years. He leaves an incredible legacy at Fulton.
Jim Tatnall
April 06, 2016
Dear Megan,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the death of your father. There is never a good time to lose one’s parents. How proud he must have been to see you begin your teaching career. I am so sorry for your loss.
With deepest sympathy,
Gemma Rasmus
April 06, 2016
He was quite a gentle soul
He was like part of our family & I will miss him greatly
Evie Sullivan
April 06, 2016
Roda Family, I am so sorry to hear of this. Brad came to our last Orchard Reunion and we were all glad to see and talk with him. Please know I am thinking of you and sending sincere and heartfelt sympathy to you all.
Bern Wardrop
April 06, 2016
Denise, Craig, Kim & Phil,
Keep all your great memories of Brad close. Cherish all the special times you spent with him. Even though he was very quiet at times, he could also be a hoot.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Sue Martois
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