In loving memory of Howard Roth 1918-2004

God, thank you for the wonderful life I have lived.  Born in Waterville, Washington on January 3rd, 1918, living on Badger Mountain cattle ranch then moving to Wenatchee, playing football for the Panthers, where in my late teens, I dined and danced at Polison’s Cafe!  In 1939, I played football for Linfield College, graduating with a degree in Physical Education.  I had a chance to play pro football but served my country in WWII in the Army.  I moved back to Wenatchee, where I met my life’s true love, Margie – what a marvelous 57 years!  I moved to Omak in 1949, coaching several different sports including football, basketball and track.  In 1963, I moved to Kennewick where I coached at Kennewick High School until I retired.

I was blessed to have two sons, Howard Roth, Jr. and Jacob L. Roth and my “daughter by marriage” Laura Giacci Roth, then my grandchildren, Leslie and Nikki – what a delight!  I cherished every year forever – God, thank you for an opportunity to share my life as an educator and coach, that truly helped me overcome life’s hurdles from the fine kids who supported me and my family!  The win/lose record was not as important as the memories created by the games and events of lifetime friendships.

Howard joined Margie in eternal life on February 11, 2004.

The Roth family invites all to share this special time in celebration of Howard’s life and attend his memorial on Saturday, February 21, 2004, at 2:00 p.m. at Einan’s Funeral Home, 915 By-Pass Highway, Richland.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Tri-Cities Chaplaincy Hospice House, 2108 W. Entiat Ave. Kennewick, WA 99336 or Children’s Orthopedic Hospital, 4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98102.