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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Paula Person-Mallory
October 10, 2009
To Sandy and Family:
I recently heard that Aubrey had passed away a few days ago. When I heard, I was very saddened. When we were all growing up, I always remember how Aubrey loved marching, flag twirling, and drums. I can remember how we used to be in your backyard on Wesley Street and he would line us up and march us around the yard. We were about 10, and he kept saying he was going to be in the band one day.
Then about two years ago I saw him. We hugged and remembered our childhood. It was truly great to see him, and that smile he had never changed! He was a teddy bear growing up, always giving hugs and hopes to many! We were very blessed to have him, but now I guess God needed a new Color Guard Marching Band Director in Heaven! And, I have no doubt he has the Heaven Color Guards performing with supreme excellence! -- Paula Person Mallory
Damon Goodall
March 30, 2009
To Aubrey,
I was very saddened to recently hear of your passing. You were one of the most kind-hearted people that I have ever met and you left a lasting impression on me! You could always lighten the mood at KD, no matter what anger I was feeling at the moment. We will all miss the nonstop singing and dancing that you did to put a smile on everyone's faces. We all love you and will truly miss you.
King's Dominion Admissions Staff
Kayla Wamsley
February 26, 2009
Mr. Rohr was an amazing colorguard coach for the Manchester High School colorguard. I was a captain on the '05-'06 guard and he was such an inspiration and made us work so hard to get what we wanted and what he wanted us to have. He was such a leader and made practice so much fun by telling silly stories and giving us nicknames. :) (he dubbed me "Layla") It is evident that he is missed and will be missed forever. What a great man, rest in peace Mr. Rohr.
Love always
1LT Thomas (Walton) & Amy Bourne
February 17, 2009
To Aubrey's friends and family,
I was so heartbroken to hear of Aubrey's passing. As soon as my wife returned from their competition on Feb 7, I asked about him, and she told me of the moment of silence that was held at the show. I met Aubrey while I was in HS at Patrick Henry HS in 1984. He was a great coach, and became my friend. Aubrey is responsible for my marriage, as his love of colorguard was passed on to me, and I later coached a guard while I was in college. My future wife was their captain. We have now been married for 12 years. I had not seen Aubrey in over 15 years, when I ran into him at a competition where my wife was the colorguard sponsor. I went up to him and said, "Aubrey you probably don't remember me, but..." "Tommy Walton!!" he shouted. I was so honored that someone so well respected in the colorguard community would remember me after all those years. I looked forward to seeing Aubrey at every competition that I could go to. I really missed not seeing him last year while I was in Iraq, and I could not be at the competition last week, but had planned on seeing Aubrey in February to take him to dinner with my wife. I will truly miss him, and the Colorguard community has lost an ICON! Thank you Aubrey for always being ON!
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Marsha Williamson
February 16, 2009
To Aubrey's family & friends, I am so sorry for your lost. He was a great neighbor for 8 years. I believe he lived a full and fun life doing what he enjoyed which a lot of us can't say. He was always on the move. I especially remember his sharing preparations & his experience having participated in the Macy's parade.
Chuck Turner
February 10, 2009
I am very saddened to hear that Aubrey Passed.
I’ve knew Aubrey all though School and even ran into him out and about.
Aubrey was one of the nicest people you could have met and always ready to help others.
He had many “Great” accomplishments that most will never know…
But I and others will always remember him.
Jerry Strong
February 10, 2009
I am sorry for your loss I went to ph high school with aubrey he will be missed very much
Damon
February 7, 2009
Sandy,
I am so sorry for your loss. I never had the chance to meet you but Aubrey spoke of you often. My heart goes out to you. I was privileged to know him and his generous spirit. He will be missed.
Lisa Long
February 6, 2009
Sandy,
My heart stopped a beat on Tuesday when my dad sat the paper in front of me with Aubrey’s obituary. I just couldn’t believe it. I remember him so full of life. It has been quite a while since I have seen him. I would run into him in the mall or a store at times. I can’t believe it’s been 27 years since I first met him at Hardees where we both worked. I remember one Christmas that he played Santa for Hardees and I was the elf and we were up on the roof of the building.
Your brother was a special man with talents galore. He had a special skill of being able to teach others what he loved so much. I can see him as he instructed everyone to spin flags and rifles and to dance at the same time. You could tell he loved it. When he marched in a parade, he was in all his glory.
He also was so light on his feet and could dance incredibly well. He could invent a dance for any kind of music. He didn’t care where he was either, when the music played, he would dance. I have a memory of him at a gas station, jumping on the hood of his white car and dancing to the music from Fame. He also was a great actor. I remember the play at Patrick Henry he was in, “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.” He brought the house down with his role and I can see him dressed as a Roman and saying,” 1 more time around.” Funny thing is that movie played Tuesday night when you were having his memorial service.
My sympathy is with you at this time. There are so many people hurting right now in Virginia and many states because of the loss of this wonderfully talented man. He left a legacy though as I read the many entries here in the guest book. There are also many kids that will never have the benefit of learning color guard from a great teacher. I am sure though that he is teaching the angel guard in heaven how to twirl the flags and spin the rifles to perfection.
Lisa Marshall Long
Julie Brown
February 5, 2009
Aubrey was my classmate, 1982 PHHS. I just heard of his passing and I am so very sorry. My prayers & sympathies are with all of his loved ones. I can just see him at the Pep Rallies in high school.
Eric Rowsey
February 4, 2009
Mr. Rohr,
You will be greatly missed by not only the Hanover High School Marching Band, but by the community. You were one of the most caring and pasionate color guard instructors I have come in contact with. Rest In Peace with our Lord, Jesus Christ!
Alison Johnson
February 4, 2009
I have many fond memories of Aubrey when he worked with our Color Guard Team at Patrick Henry High School in Ashland. He was so talented in many ways but most of all, his personality is what made him such a pleasure to be around. Aubrey, you will be sorely missed by those you have taught and take comfort in knowing that you have positively touched the lives of so many young people. Thank you for all that you did for us!
Sandra McMillin
February 4, 2009
I helped my daughter when she was the color guard coach for Monacan HS in Chesterfield, VA. Aubrey was always such a gentleman and jokingly called me "Mom" and was always so kind to me, my daughter and the girls on the squad. I was saddened to hear of his passing. The girls won many trophies thanks to his excellent coaching and positive attitude. I know he will be sorely missed. Mrs. Mac
Lauri Harman
February 4, 2009
Sandy,
I was so sorry to hear of Aubrey's death. Please know that I will keep you in my prayers and I hope I will see you soon.
Brittany Clay
February 4, 2009
Mr. Rohr you were by far the best coach a color guard could ever ask for u were hard but cared. You will be missed and you touched the color guard in a way you will never understand. HANOVER WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU !!!!
Patrick Sloan
February 3, 2009
I had the great pleasure to work with Aubrey during the formative years of Carolina Gold in Raleigh, NC. He left as big an impression as his enormous heart and wide-open personality. In 2002 each member wore a signature color. Every color seemed to match an aspect of the persons personality. Aubrey's was, appropriately, pink.
Colleen (McMillin)Hartzell
February 3, 2009
I do not know where to begin. Aubrey was such a sweet person. I worked with him for 4 years at Monacan and was in ASG with him. He was truly a creative genius. I learned a lot about colorguard and life from him. I will never forget him and his positive outlook on life. I hope you are Boogying in heaven.
Caitlin Stevens
February 3, 2009
Oh Aubrey, your beautiful spirit will be sorely missed!
David Craig
February 3, 2009
Sandy, you have my sympathy during this time of lose. Aubrey was an amazing man. I got the honor of meeting him almost 27 years ago when I was in high school and he was teaching colorguard for the Florettes. His passion for colorguard motivated me into trying out for my high school rifle line my senior year. This only led me to begin teaching colorguard soon after I graduated high school. Over the years we got to share many times together in competition and rehearsals. These times will always be remembered. His love for colorguard has touched so many lives, including my own and I am truly honored to have known him and call him a friend.
Sincerely,
David Craig (Former Colorguard Director ~ Varina High School)
Dawn Bitler
February 3, 2009
I feel privileged to have met and spent some time with Aubrey in recent months. I am sorry for your loss.
Jasmine Burwell Diamond-Walls
February 3, 2009
Mr. Rohr was one of the most talented colorguard instructors I have ever had the pleasure to work with.He was so kind and funny.He is going to be missed.....
Elise Boyd
February 3, 2009
Mr. Rohr was truly a talented an loving man. No one could give you such a good laugh nor work you so hard to success. He will be dearly missed.
Rodney Mayfield
February 3, 2009
You will be miss by many" your smile your talent and your giving heart.
Greta (Assembly Line Winter Guard) Patterson
February 2, 2009
I'm extremely saddened to hear that Aubrey is no longer with us. He was the sweetest man (and one of the funniest) ever! He was wonderful as a friend and as a competitor!!! He will definitely be missed!
Amber Heath
February 2, 2009
Mr. Rohr was an amazing person to be around, he brought so much life and laughter to our color guard. We will miss him so much. He was one of our greatest friends, everyone loves him. I'll make sure to keep him as well as his family in my prayers. I love you Mr. Rohr! You can twirl your flag now...toss it high for me!
EDDIE GIBSON JR.
February 2, 2009
Sorry I couldn't be there at this time . Aubrey will be missed and thought of often. Eddie
Becky Banks Gray
February 2, 2009
I am so sad to not have spent more time with Aubrey in recent months. He was a positive person with a passion for color guard and teaching young people how to be their best. I'm so blessed to have known him and honored to have performed with him in Another Senior Guard (05-06).
Amy Wilson
February 2, 2009
Sandy, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Colorguard, Manchester High
February 2, 2009
Mr Rohr was a good man. we will miss him for ever. He was like a father figure to the Manchester colorguard. We are glad that he's not suffering anymore. He's in a better place. we will keep him and his family in prayer. Mr Rohr was an outgoing person, he made us smile and laugh. We thank him for being there for the guard and the band, we thank you Mr. Rohr for teaching us how to love colorguard. Thank you for teaching us how to love each other and to be a family. We will take your love with us where ever we'll go
we will always love you for ever and ever!
god bless:)
Tom and Catherine Willis
February 2, 2009
Sandy, I know this is a sad time for you. Just know that we are praying for you. God bless you.
Julie Johnson
February 2, 2009
Sandy, Thank you so much for calling me and letting me know about Charles' death. I'm so sorry I didn't get to see him again before his passing. He is a wonderful man who will live in my heart for the rest of my life. I know I only knew him for 2 months but he made a lasting impression on my heart. I loved talking to him about my color guard experiences and sharing my dvd's of Hairspray and Rent with him. I also loved coming in each day and he giving me a critique of my outfit. He would always say what a lovely ensemble I was wearing and how I could flair it up or tone it down the next time I wore it. I always took his suggestions and still keep them in mind today. Christopher had such a warm and welcoming smile. I too am glad he is no longer suffering and finally at peace. I look forward to seeing you tomorrow and I would like to keep in touch with you.
Blessings to you with all my love
Julie
kate clary
February 2, 2009
Sandy
You know we love you as a member of our family and are here for you. We are so sorry for your loss.
Love, Kate, Adam, Eric and Alex
Julie Mader Heartland Hospice
February 2, 2009
I only knew him for a few months but he really was a wonderful man. I am honored to have known him and all the neat things he did. As a CNU graduate, I appreciate our color guard and the work he did with them. We will all miss him.
Tricia Dalton
February 2, 2009
Sandy, I am so sorry for your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.
ANITA RANKIN
February 2, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Sandra (Duke) Wray
February 2, 2009
Sandy,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have fond memories of our childhood.
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