Roland Frederick Pax, 89, of Belvidere, IL, passed away December 8, 2023. He was born on March 18, 1934 in Freeport. The son of John and Ethel (Evans) Pax. He graduated from Warren High School, class of 1952. He went on to work for many years delivering farm produce with a farmer named Charlie Brown. This instilled work ethic and drive that served him all of his life. He worked for many years at Atwood Automotive, and then Belvidere Chrysler plant. Roland was a member of St. James Parish and a man of strong faith.

Roland was a deeply devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He married Evelyn Schwoob in 1956, and together they shared 3 children and 32 years of marriage. She passed away in 1988, and Roland found love again and married Doris Wiegartz in 1991. She passed away in 2010.

Roland loved to support his children and grandchildren in their sporting events, and the quality time he spent with those he loved.

He will be missed by many.

He is survived by his children; Robert (AnnMarie) Pax, Patricia (Mark) Wiegartz; daughter-in-law, Annette Pax; step-sons, Randy and Bill Wiegartz, as well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and extended family members whom he loved dearly.

He is welcomed into heaven by his wives, Evelyn Pax and Doris Wiegartz, his son, Charlie Pax, his parents, John and Ethel Pax; brother, Gerry Pax, and sister Charlotte Engel.

Cremation rites have been accorded and no services are scheduled at this time. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the family in establishing a memorial at a later date.