David A Rolf

David A. Rolf, 76, of Slavic Village, passed away peacefully Saturday, Dec. 7, at the Ohio Veterans Home in Sandusky, Ohio, due to Parkinson’s disease. 

He was the beloved husband of Jane Rolf, (nee Hunt); loving son of Edward and Esther Rolf (both deceased); step-son of Frank Bendokas (deceased);
half brother of Frank Bendokas (deceased), Ruth Paul and Peggy VanSickle; loving father of David, Daniel, Carl (deceased) and Jeffrey (deceased); stepfather of Richard Alachniewicz and Shelly Piros; loving grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, great-uncle and friend to many. 

David was a retired Cleveland Police Officer 1969-1999, and served 30 years in the 5th District, receiving many awards for his service. 

He was a member of the Blue Knights Motorcycle Club and loved camping at Clays Park. His nicknames were Big Foot, Flashlight and Mr. Pipe. 

Visitation will be on Thursday, Dec. 12, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Slone & Co. Funeral Directors, 13115 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44111, where funeral services will begin at 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations will be accepted for funeral expenses or a favorite charity.