Kenneth Charles Rollek

Ken was born in Buffalo, New York on December 9, 1944 to Stanley and Rose Rollek. He graduated from St. Francis Catholic High School in 1962 and was inducted into its Athletic Hall of Fame in 1988.

He was married to his beloved wife, Kathy on January 14, 1967 in Buffalo whom he met on a blind date. It was love at first sight. They would have been married 60 years this January.

Ken began his career at the Buffalo Evening News and was soon recruited by the owner of the media outlet, The Butler Family, to serve as a personal assistant to Mrs. Kate Butler Wrighter. His dedication and loyalty to Ms. Butler and her extended family for close to 60 years was an example of his fine moral character. In 1984, his role brought he and his family to Sarasota, Florida where they embraced the Florida lifestyle.

Ken was an avid golfer at Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club. A true friend to all, his joy, laughter and camaraderie embodied the familial essence of Stoneybrook.

Ken is preceded by death by his father, Stanley, mother, Rose, and stepmother, Teresa and two beloved brothers, Ronald and James Rollek.

Ken is survived by his wife, Kathy Rollek, daughter Leslie Jones, son-in-law, Alan Jones, and three beautiful grandchildren, Madeline Jones Humphries (Lawson Humphries), Harrison Alan Jones (Hope Rossi Jones) & Carson Charles Jones.

Funeral arrangements will be held on Monday, November 16, 2026, 10AM at Robert Toale & Sons Celebration of Life Center, 7454 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, Florida 34231

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the American Cancer Society in honor of Kenneth Charles Rollek.