Roger Ulbricht

Smithtown – Roger Ulbricht, 85, a longtime resident of Long Island, passed away on August 28, 2024.

Born in Brooklyn, NY on August 1, 1939, and was raised in Flushing, NY. He was the son of the late Eric and Erna.

On November, 18, 1961 he married Malchiora Marrone. Together they traveled. Yona, the love of his life, predeceased Roger in 2016. Roger is remembered by his wit, kindness, outgoing personality, and generous spirit. He enjoyed doing things the right way and with integrity. Yona and Roger lived social lives together hosting many events for family and friends. Their love for entertaining was always acknowledged and there was no place to go other than “Roger and Yona’s”.

Making many memories along the way, from Hicksville, to Southold, to the Villages in Florida. Above all this, Roger and Yona were dedicated to their grandchildren; often caring for them after school and never missing a birthday, baseball game, concert, dance recital or celebration.

Roger worked for over 40 years until his retirement.

Roger is survived by his son, Ken, his wife Rosemary, and his daughter, Cathy, and her husband John Volpi; his grandchildren Jessica (Michael Tagliafierro), Kelly, Alex (Alexa Ickes), Christie, Caroline, and great grand-daughter Emma. In addition, Roger is survived by his brother, Leonard, and his sister Eleanor Tokar.