Stephen W. Ronaldson, age 81, of Haddon Heights, passed away suddenly but peacefully on September 6, 2026.

Steve, as he was known to all, was born on September 27, 1944, in Indiana to William and Marion (nee Engel). At a young age, his family relocated to Pennsauken, where he graduated from Pennsauken High School in 1960.

While working for the Hollingshead chemical company in Camden, he met his wife Maryann, who he wed on October 21, 1972. After having their first child 10 years later, they moved to Haddon Heights, where they raised their two children and have resided ever since.

In his youth, Steve was a passionate athlete, and that passion carried on past his playing years as a coach to his son and daughter, and as an avid fan of all Philadelphia sports teams. He gave his time to local sports organizations such as Haddon Heights Youth Athletics, serving on the board for many years and as its president.

Steve was always willing to try new things, and that was never more apparent than in his professional life. He worked as a warehouse manager, a small business owner and a freelance driver, among many other jobs.

Above all, Steve was most passionate about his family. He loved planning summer camping vacations from maps, books and old-school travel guides. He loved teaching his children, rooting for them and watching them blossom.

Later in life, Steve was promoted to Grandpop/Pop to his three grandchildren, who he loved dearly. They were his pride and joy.

Those who knew him well can remember him always wearing a hat, always having a Pepsi nearby and always speaking his mind.

Steve is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Maryann (nee Panara). Also survived by his two children Timothy Ronaldson (Kristyn) and Kathryn Mahar (Robert); three grandchildren (Liam, Karolina and Dean); sister Jean Vicent (David); many brother- and sister-in-laws; and many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate his life on Monday, September 14, 2026 at St. Rose of Lima Church, 4th Ave. and Kings Hwy., Haddon Heights, NJ.  Visitation will take place from 9:30 AM to 11 AM followed by his Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM.  Interment private.  In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to the Eagles Autism Foundation by visiting www.philadelphiaeagles.com. 

Arrangements by FOSTER-WARNE FUNERAL HOME, Collingswood and Audubon, NJ.