The Roloff family, well-known for their portrayals on the well-liked reality series Little People, Big World, has suffered a string of heartbreaking deaths that have left a lasting impression on them.
But despite the traumas, this close-knit family has found comfort in their bond and mutual care. A well-known person, Matt Roloff, recently delivered a poignant homage to his late father, Ronald James Roloff, who died at the extraordinary age of 84.
Now 61 years old, Matt posted a moving tribute to his beloved father on Instagram. A rough week for the Roloffs, he revealed.
‘Papa’ to his ten grandkids and ten great-grandchildren, my father peacefully passed away last evening to be with his Lord and Savior.
In his heartfelt eulogy, Matt recalled his father affectionately, saying, “Ron was an extraordinary husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and a beacon of inspiration to many.”
“His unmatched compassion for others was evident to everyone who had the honor of meeting him,” Matt said that his dad’s persistent commitment to Jesus permeated every aspect of his life, especially in his final years when it was even more apparent.
Matt also discussed his father’s struggle with chronic lymphocytic leukemia, a complex and arduous journey he underwent right up until his passing. Matt has gone through similar grief before; he was previously devastated by the untimely death of his sibling.
Matt’s father’s passing was a bitter reminder of saying goodbye to his sibling too soon. Josh Roloff, a cherished family member, regrettably passed away in 1999 at 34.
He had substantial heart and lung problems as a young child, which affected his health from a young age. Despite Josh’s brief existence on the planet, his family continues to carry on his legacy, and they even named their book Small Family, Big Values, in his honor.
“A remarkable son, brother, uncle, and friend, whose presence graced our lives for an all-too-brief period,” they tenderly wrote within its pages. We hold your memories close to our hearts every day and look forward to the day we will reunite in the presence of our loving Jesus.
When Amy, Matt’s former wife, lost her mother, tragedy continued to hang over the Roloff family. Amy’s mother, Patricia Knight, passed unexpectedly just as Amy and Chris Marek, her second husband, were celebrating their engagement.
The past two weeks have been a roller coaster journey, full of joy and sorrow, Amy shared her sentiments in 2019, reflecting on the bittersweet nature of those weeks. I was overjoyed when Chris asked me to marry him.
But a few days later, my father broke the terrible news that my mother was hospitalized. My sister told me shortly after that my mother had passed away. On the 24th, she parted ways with us.
Tears ran down my face, my heart broke into a million pieces, and I was overcome with a deep melancholy. I was at a loss and unsure of the subsequent emotional waves.
Except for the years before 2012, the Roloff family has an undeniable gap that would be impossible for Isabel’s husband, Jacob, to fill.
Tomás Garrenton, Jacob’s uncle, tragically passed away too soon in a terrible train accident. Although Isabel is firm in her commitment to ensuring her son grows up knowing the loving recollections and tales of his late uncle, his absence creates a deep ache.
Isabel confidently declared a year ago, “He will be made aware of everything.”
