Ronald Norman Platzke
May 29, 1930 - August 16, 2011
Ronald Norman Platzke, of Holladay, beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, passed away peacefully in his home on Tue, Aug 16th 2011. Born and reared in Park Ridge Ill. on May 29th 1930 by Walter and Erna Platzke, he graduated with a Chemical Engineering Degree in 1953 and moved to Utah to pursue his career. He was a member of the AIChE since 1968, served as Chairman of the Council of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers and was a 25 year member of the Minerals, Metals and Material Society. He is survived by his loving wife, Helen Kantar; Daughter Jill and her husband Andy, Grandsons Christian and Andy; Sister Eilleen and various nieces and a nephew. He is proceeded in death by his son, Eric Platzke and his brother Lloyd Platzke. In Lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Primary Children's Hospital in his name. Services will be at Zion Lutheran Church, 1070 Foothill Dr. at 3pm on Saturday August 20th
Ronald Norman Platzke, of Holladay, beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, passed away peacefully in his home on Tue, Aug 16th 2011. Born and reared in Park Ridge Ill. on May 29th 1930 by Walter and Erna Platzke, he graduated with... View Obituary & Service Information