Ronald J. "Hookie" Huk

Ronald J. “Hookie” Huk, 91, a life long resident of Alden Station, passed away Monday November 2, 2026 at Lakewood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Sheatown.

Born and raised in Alden, he was the son of the late Stephen and Amelia (McCloskey) Huk. He attended Newport Township Schools and enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He served aboard the USS Willard Keith (DD-775) during the Korean Conflict.

“Hookie” enjoyed fishing with family and friends. He was one that never sat still and was always on the go, but did enjoy sitting on the porch with his fur buddy Milo during the nice weather.

He worked at Weis Markets for 27 years, Lucas Farms, and Malacari Produce and was a member of Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church of Alden.

Surviving is his wife, Dolores (Bigos) Huk with whom he shared 67 years of marriage. They were going to celebrate their 68th wedding anniversary on November 15, 2026. Also surviving are his three children, Jeffrey Huk and wife Michele of Bayville, New Jersey, Kathleen Peters and husband, Winfield of Alden, and Cindy Goss and husband, Harold of Glen Lyon; five grandchildren, Winfield “Louie” Peters and partner Kristie, Nicholas Huk, Harold K. Goss Jr. and wife Deana, Danielle Huk and fiancé, Patrick, and Tayor Hutz and husband, Ryan; three great-grandchildren, Isabella, Riley, and Karson.

The family would like to thank the staff at Lakewood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center for their care.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, November 14th at 10:30 a.m. at St, Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 12 E. Kirmar Avenue, Alden Station, with Fr. Charles C. Warwick, his pastor, officiating.

Military honors will be accorded by the U.S. Navy.

His will be laid to rest at sea at a future date.