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MARTHA ROE Obituary
Preceded in death by her father and mother, Anthony and Mary Jane Doherty, and brother, James Doherty. Survived by her husband of 56 years, Tony Roe, seven children: Jim Roe, Paula, (Ian) Farquharson, Marybeth, (Tom) Engle, Marcella Roe, Pamela Ogorman, Daneen, (Kyle) Kodra, Michele, (Mark) Crabtree, sister Mary E. Doherty and brother, Paul Doherty, along with 20 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Martha's biggest desire in life was to have a large family, which she did accomplish. She devoted her life to family and God. She had a wonderful sense of humor that was contagious if you were in the same room with her. Martha's legacy will live on through her children and grandchildren.
"Mom, you took a piece of each of our hearts when you left this earth. Life will never be the same without you."
Please come celebrate a memorial service Tuesday, October 12th, at 3:00 p.m. at San Diego Mission De Alcala, 10818 San Diego Mission Road. A gathering will be held with the family at the church after the memorial immediately following. Refreshments will be provided.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation in the name of Martha Roe.
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Memories and Condolences
for MARTHA ROE
Pam OGorman
October 8, 2024
Another year goes by but our love for you and memories are abundant. I've been going thru all our pictures for the last time. The boys sent you a balloon filed with love... Your spirit will never die mom... My dreams are with you and your love is with us... Can't wait to see you again. I'm happy Marcella is next to you. I'm sure you both are laughing and having fun!!!! Peter and Preston love you along with all of us... We have great angels watching over us. RIP.
Pam OGorman
October 7, 2023
Miss you mom.... OMG my life is so blessed and my grandsons know who you are.... They asked me yesterday.... Nana when you were a little girl what did your mom love...I told them ROLLERCOASTERS... They said what the heck!!!!... They are funny and witty and they know who you are. Your photo is in the bat mobile and everyday they say... Love you great grandma. Love you mom
Pamela A O'Gorman
October 8, 2022
Thank you for your gift from heaven
Pam O'Gorman
October 8, 2022
Love and miss you... I'm carrying on your legacy
Pam ogorman
August 28, 2019
Mom...thank you for the beautiful healthy twin angel baby boys you sent to us....we have a family that's made us complete. Olivia and Julio are a match made from heaven. We miss you so very much and you will forever be in our hearts...even more so knowing the gift you sent us. Our lives are beautiful and more then we can ever have dreampt.
There truly is a rainbow after any storm. Thank you mom love pammy
Diane (Scalzo) Willliams
October 19, 2010
I can't begin to tell you how much your mom, my "Aunt Martha" has meant to me over the years. I will treasure the wonderful memories I have, her encouraging words, her stories about my mom. By now she's met up with my mom and they are laughing together, and smiling down on us!
I love you Aunt Martha, and thank God that I was blessed with such a wonderful God Mother !
Ginger (Findlay) Becker
October 16, 2010
Dear Roe Family,
It has been years since I lived next door to your family, but I keep a special place in my heart for all of you. I am sad to hear of Martha's struggle with cancer. She is in a pain free place now. May God bless her and each one of you.
Love and Miss all of you!
CARRIE MCMCHEE
October 14, 2010
Tina Frank Hi Pam. You may not recognize me, but I am Phil Scalzo's friend, Tina. I just wrote a card to your Dad today. I am so very sorry over your loss of your Mom. I just lost my Dad 4 months ago today. So sorry. Please give my best to your family.
wayne findlay
October 14, 2010
RemoveWayne C Findlay Sr Pammy,..Sally and I are truly sorry over the loss of your best friend and mom, Martha, who has touched the heart of everyone in my family over the last
forty or so years. She will be sorely missed by all of us for sure. Jesus gained
an awesome daughter. As your dad is missing your mom, may he find comfort in all of you...
Debbie Vonnordheim
October 13, 2010
Dear sweet Martha..You will be truly missed.. You took me into your home many times and I will always have fond memories..My prayers to each and everyone of you!! Love Debbie Vonnordheim & family..
David Lau
October 12, 2010
We are so saddened by the loss of our dear neighbor. But she certainly is in a better place. She will always be in our hearts.
Love David & MaryJo
October 12, 2010
We are so saddened by the loss of our dear neighbor. But she certainly is in a better place. She will always be in our hearts.
Love David & MaryJo
Bill Flynn
October 12, 2010
To Tony, Jim, Paula, Pam, Marcella, Mary Beth, Shelley, and Dini,
When I was a child and went to visit my aunt, I remember Martha always giving me Oreo cookies. They became known as "Martha Cookies." She was a special, loving, person. My parents, her Aunt Betty and Uncle Bill loved Martha and she adored them. I am sure that she was a wonderful mother and friend to all. My sister Jean called Martha and Mary sisters because she didn't have anyone else to share her feelings in good times and bad. Martha was always there for her and a phone call away when she needed a friend. Martha was a lover of life and family, a confidante and a person you could always rely on. Time passes, and so, too, are regrets that we did not cherish the opportunities we could have had with her.
With deepest sympathy -
Love,
Bill, Priscilla, Meghan and Alex Flynn
Larry, Craig, Sheila, Arnold, and Esther Belinsky
October 11, 2010
On behalf of the Belinsky Family, please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. When she worked for us in the days of Arnolds, she was very kind, helpful, and nurturing. It was very easy for us to see how proud she was of all of her children. We feel fortunate to have known her and agree that her legacy will be carried out by her children!
October 11, 2010
Our sincerest condolences to you Tony, and the rest of the family
Stan and Stelle Levin
Mary Doherty
October 11, 2010
AT THE AGE OF SEVEN, MY DEAR HEART MARTY BECAME MY BIG SISTER BECAUSE OF THE DEATH OF MY DAD. IN EVERY HEART SHE TOUCHED, IN EVERY LIFE SHE CHANGED, IN EVERY THOUGHT SHE INSPIRED. HER LOVE WILL LIVE ON FOREVER.
YOUR LOVING SISTER, (SAMI)
We love you Mom!
Mary Engle
October 11, 2010
Marybeth Engle
October 11, 2010
Mom, I am so happy I was with you while you quietly suffered through your cancer. Thank you for giving me the greatest gift by trusting me to take care of you till the end. Love, your daughter, Marybeth
October 11, 2010
To all of our cousins and our Uncle Tony, Aunt Mary, and Uncle Paul -- our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Love, Tim, Dennis, Mike, and our families.
October 11, 2010
To the Roe Family
We pray the love of God embraces you during your journey through grief, we were sorry to hear of your loss. God Bless
Harry & Anna Chertkow
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