Melvin Eugene Roth, 70 of Shadyside, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at Wheeling Hospital.
Melvin was a 1964 graduate of Shadyside High school. He served his country as a Sergeant in the United States Marine Corp during the Vietnam Era. He was a retired employee of AEP.
For much of his retirement, Melvin enjoyed motocross racing with his grandson, Jim.
Melvin was preceded in death by his father, Harry E. Roth, Jr., one son and daughter-in-law, James and Chantal Roth.
Surviving are his wife of 46 years, Carolyn Apicella Roth, his mother and stepfather, Mae and Ed Weekley, his son, Marc (Mandy) Roth, his grandson, James Roth, brothers, Harry Vernon (Nancy) Roth and Robert (Diana) Roth , his sister, Beverly McLane and his brother-in-law, Larry (Joyce) Apicella.
A memorial gathering of family and friends will be held at the Bauknecht-Altmeyer Funeral Homes & Crematory 3900 Central Avenue Shadyside, Ohio on Saturday from 12 Noon until time of the Memorial Service at 1 pm with Pastor Tom Thomas officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to the OR & W Fire District by going to “TMCFunding.com”.
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Share your thoughts and memories with Mel’s family at www.bauknechtaltmeyer. com.
To the Roth Family, deepest sympathy to your family for your recent loss. The Bible indicates that God can help us to endure any challenge we may face (1 Corinthians 1:9). Oftentimes he may use family or friends who share the same pain to assist us. May you draw a measure of comfort from your loved ones and your Creator during this time (1Corinthians 1:3).
We are so sorry for your loss Carolyn and Jimmy. We would always see Melvin out tinkering with those dirt bikes and riding up and down Wegee. Our sincerest condolences.
Carolyn, I can’t imagine the grief that you are confronting at this time. However I if it is ok, I would like to provide an optimistic thought at this difficult time. I had the opportunity to meet with the entire Roth family today. What an impressive family. I know that they will be there to support you in the difficult days ahead. I hope it’s ok to say that I feel a certain closeness to your family even though distance now separates us. I will miss Melvin tremendously. God’s speed tomyou and your family.
Roth Family, So sorry to hear of Melvin’s passing. Deepest sympathies to all of you.
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers to your family. Condolences to the Roths during this difficult time.
You are in our thoughts and prayers
Carolyn, I am so sorry for your loss, please know that my family and I are thinking of you. You were my sweet babysitter, and I am so sorry you are going through this pain.
May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time,
May you come to know that the love of God is with you always,
May your memories of Melvin Eugene Roth, give you peace, comfort and strength…
Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete.
I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten..
My thoughts
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US Marine Veteran, Melvin Eugene Roth, is “A True American Hero” God Bless†
† Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
Carolyn and family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. RIP Melvin.
Carolyn & family, Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.