Roxanne Tkacz, 54, died on December 21, 2012 at her home. Born on June 5, 1958 in Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of Herman and Margaret (Eza) Tkacz. Roxanne was a long time resident of Meriden and was employed by the State of CT, Dept. of DDS as a caregiver. Roxanne loved animals, especially her dog Taz but her greatest joy was the love she had for her grandchildren and the time spent with them. She is survived by her children: Kurt Sporbert Jr. and his wife Elizabeth and Danielle Sporbert all of Meriden; her sister Wendy Tkacz of Meriden; grandchildren: Tayvon Hudson, Jazmir Hudson, Kori Hudson and Jakob Sporbert all of Meriden; her first husband Kurt Sporbert Sr. and a long time special friend.