Michael Thomas Rolens, 67, of New Baden, IL passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025. He departed his life just he lived it…caring, giving, and teaching. He will be truly missed but never forgotten and will always be present in our hearts.
Michael was born on September 22, 1957, at Travis AFB, Fairfield, CA. He is the first child of Thomas Hugo and Mary Ann, nee Grothe, Rolens. Michael was an Eagle Boy Scout. He joined the air force on January 18, 1978, as a Life Support Technician working with NATO pilots. He improved many projects on different bases and achieved several awards. Michael enjoyed wood carving, drawing, and being out in nature. In addition, he was an avid fan of Star Wars.
He is preceded in death by his father, Thomas Hugo Rolens.
Michael is survived by his loving and cherished wife of 46 years, Elaine F., nee Stephan, Rolens of New Baden, IL; two children, Melissa Rolens, Jonathan (Amanda) Rolens; three grandchildren, Katelyn Hill-Neil, Kylar Rolens, Maya Rolens; his mother, Mary Ann Rolens; two sisters, Sheryl (Anthony) Kleiboeker, Cynthia (Christopher) Bechtoldt; two brothers-in-law, James (Barbara) Stephan, Thomas (Sheila) Stephan; two sisters-in-law, Kathleen (Jeffery) Stapleton, Diane Jurasewicz.
The family wishes to say thank you to the New Baden Emergency and Police Department staff. Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting mollfuneralhome.com
FUNERAL: A private graveside service will be held at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, MO.
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