John Anthony Rombaut “Pappy”

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 Rochester:  Thursday, June 19, 2025 at age 87.  John is survived by Catherine Rombaut, the love of his life for 63 glorious years. He adored his 3 children, Kate (Francois) Hemery, Johnny (Jeannie) Rombaut, Renee (Peter) Rombaut-OKeefe; 6 Pride and Joy grandchildren, Chad, Raphael, Zache, Isoah, Dallas and DJ; several nieces and nephews.

John was a proud Army Veteran, RG&E Retiree with 37 years of service and a lifetime member of Lake Shore Fire Dept. family for 50+ years. A million thanks to the RRH Hospice for their Tender Loving Care He will be greatly missed by everyone that knew him.

His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday (August 8th) 10:30 AM at Holy Cross Church in Charlotte.  In lieu of flowers please donate to Lake Shore Fire Dept or Holy Cross Church in his memory.

24 Comments

  1. Victor deSousa on June 25, 2025 at 10:04 pm

    Michelle and I send our deepest condolences to the Rombaut family..may he Rest in Paradise.



  2. Mary Ann Hamill on June 26, 2025 at 12:16 am

    Cathy, and families, I am so sad to learn of John’s passing. About 28 hrs ago, I was on the phone with Melanie Morgan, telling her how John loved the sun so much that in March he would be sitting out on the patio soakin’ it in. I bet he would have loved this heat. What a wonderful person, and he did love all of you so very much. God bless you all, and may John now rest in peace with Our Lord. Love you all



  3. Mary Ann Hamill on June 26, 2025 at 12:17 am

    Cathy, and families, I am so sad to learn of John’s passing. About 28 hrs ago, I was on the phone with Melanie Morgan, telling her how John loved the sun so much that in March he would be sitting out on the patio soakin’ it in. I bet he would have loved this heat. What a wonderful person, and he did love all of you so very much. God bless you all, and may John now rest in peace with Our Lord.



  4. Norb and Melissa Galego. on June 26, 2025 at 3:22 pm

    With our deepest condolences., we are. praying for your family.🙏🙏



  5. Norb and Melissa Galego. on June 26, 2025 at 3:24 pm

    With our deepest condolences., we are. praying for your family.🙏🙏



  6. Jim and Terry Johnson on June 26, 2025 at 4:30 pm

    Cathy and Family We are saddened to hear of John’s passing. I served with John at Lakeshore Fire Department Company 4. He was a very special person and could always be counted on. He was a pleasure to be with, always positive. May he rest in peace.



  7. Luis and Ana Corporan on June 26, 2025 at 4:42 pm

    Our deepest condolences for the whole family. May he RIP



  8. David Lotta on June 26, 2025 at 9:03 pm

    We will miss you John it was a pleasure knowing you and working with you at Lake Shore. Dave, Amy, and Tyler.



  9. Howie and Laurraine Amo on June 26, 2025 at 9:17 pm

    RIP John! You were a great friend at RG&E and the Lakeshore fd. Laurraine and I will miss our lunches at Charbroil. We always had a good time.We hope your family will be consoled in the fact that we will all meet again some day.



  10. Dave & Stacey Palumbo on June 26, 2025 at 10:50 pm

    Your friends at Char Broil will be thinking and praying for you all. Sending you all love during this sad time. John will be missed by so many.



  11. Lynne and Jim Morley on June 26, 2025 at 10:59 pm

    John was one of the first people I met when I joined the fire department he instantly became a good friend and mentor. Lynne and I have so many great memories of times we shared with Cathy and John. Rest in peace brother you will surely be missed.



  12. Patty and Phil Robinson on June 27, 2025 at 11:06 am

    John was such a nice man, beautiful smile, and a wonderful co-worker. Our condolences to Cathy, his children and grandchildren.



  13. Tom Fichtner on June 27, 2025 at 11:48 am

    Sadden to hear of John’s passing. I served with John at Lakeview FD( Lakeshore number 4) a pleasant guy liked by all. He will be missed.



  14. Sandy and Phil Mattle on June 27, 2025 at 12:51 pm

    So sorry to hear that John has passed. We’ve known John since he married Cathy. What a great guy he was. Always a smile on his face. He certainly fought the fight to be with Cathy and his precious family for as long as he could. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Just remember, he’ll be waiting for you in heaven.



  15. Debbie Carey (Brindley) on June 28, 2025 at 9:01 am

    I am so very sorry to hear of John’s passing. I have many memories of John and my Dad in the LSFD over the years.
    My condolences to Cathy and family. May he rest in peace.



  16. Bernie Coons on June 29, 2025 at 11:53 am

    Cathy so sorry for your loss. As you know John was a great guy and co-worker.



  17. Joan Brandenburg on June 29, 2025 at 1:52 pm

    The Veterans Outreach Center extends our deepest sympathy in John’s passing.
    We acknowledge and are truly grateful for his service to our country.



  18. Jack & Kay Quinn on June 29, 2025 at 7:46 pm

    John my pal for many years on Champlain St, this is a powerful loss. I recall Cathy and John’s wedding….many fond memories. Very sorry for your loss. Jack & Kay Quinn



  19. Julianne (Fell) Wallace on June 29, 2025 at 11:19 pm

    So very sorry to read this. I rode the school bus with Renee & knew her mom too. SendIng prayers & love. May Mr. Rombaut Rest In Peace.



  20. Tom & Carole Ann Lee on June 30, 2025 at 10:28 am

    Saddened to hear of John’s passing – we have many great memories of happy times spent with John and Cathy associated with the Lakeview Fire Department (Lakeshore Company 4). Condolences to Cathy and the family.



  21. Gwen (White) Nania on June 30, 2025 at 11:40 am

    To the Rombaut Family – I am so sorry for your loss. I remember delivering your Times Union newspaper and was always greeted with a smile. My our Lord and Savior comfort you in your time of morning.



  22. Grace Hillman on June 30, 2025 at 5:30 pm

    So sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was always so kind and a wonderful smile. It was a pleasure knowing you, my condolences to his family and especially his wife Cathy ❤️



  23. The Reese Family on July 5, 2025 at 8:50 am

    Condolences to the Rombaut family. We’re so sorry to hear this sad news our thoughts and prayers are with you all.



  24. James Reese on July 7, 2025 at 10:10 pm

    Cathy, Katy, Johnny, and Renee. I am so sorry for your loss. He was a good man. I recently lost my dad last Saturday. God bless you guys and rest in peace John.



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