Richard Quig Roelofs, 85, passed away on October 13, 2014 with his family by his side in Saco, Maine. He was born December 14, 1928 in Pennsylvania to the late William H. and Gladys (Quig) Roelofs.

Richard was a quiet person with a quick wit. He loved MSU and the Great Lakes and therefore will be laid to rest in his beloved Michigan.

Richard is survived by his wife, Marilyn Flannery Roelofs, of 51 years and daughter Michelle (Marc) Lesperance of Portland, Maine, as well as his two grandchildren Jacob and Rosa. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews Jeff, Susan, David & Matt Ellis; Debbie, Kurt and Wendy Roelofs and their families.

He was preceded in death by his sister Rosalie Roelofs Ellis and brother William H. Roelofs II.

A funeral mass will be held 11 am on July 11, 2015 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with burial at the church cemetery. A gathering will be from 10 am until time of service at the church.

Donations can be made to The Wounded Warrior Project to honor his memory.

Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com