Dayton, Ohio
News Death NoticeROOT, Darrell K. Ph.D. age 83 of Miamisburg, OH died peacefully at The Ohio State University on Wed. August 10, 2011 due to complications following emergency surgery. Darrell was born Jan. 26, 1928 to Marjorie & Virgil Root in Trenton OH. He is survived by his wife...
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Carolyn,
I just want to send a quiet word to extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Few men have been held in as high esteem as he was for many years.
Sincerely,
Judy Burgess Ready
Judy Ready
August 14, 2011 | Virginia Beach, VA
I must agree with Mary Ann Cole-Smith, he was always Mr. Root to all of my classmates throughout our lives whenever we talked of him. I believe it was because we truly admired and respected him from the time we first met him as students to our adult lives. I, for one, will remember his kindness and smile. Prayers to his entire family.
Jeni Eckhardt Bronnenberg
August 14, 2011 | Germantown, OH
"Mr. Roots" passing...the class of 1965 still called him Mr. Root no matter how old we all have gotten. He was unable to attend our 45th last summer but still asked about us all. We will miss him...he was a real inspiration to us all & still referred to me as the wild lady ! mary ann cole-smith
August 13, 2011
I was Darrell's secretary when he was the Director of the OSU Evaluation Center. He was an energetic and dedicated educator, a fun-loving and generous boss, and he became a great friend. I later came in contact with him when he was at UD and he even came to Valley View to some of our sons' basketball and football games. I was blessed by his friendship.
Carma and Dennis Hodson
August 13, 2011 | Farmersville, OH
To Mr. Roots family, Mr. Root was a very kind and fair man. I first met him when his office was in the West Middletown School building up on the hill. I was in first grade and was misbehaving on the school bus. The bus driver turned the bus around and drove to West Middletown. Mr. Root was still in his office. I thought for sure I was going to get swats! Instead, he talked to me and even gave me a ride home! I was as impressed with his advice as a first grader could be. After that I...
Scott Stamper
August 13, 2011 | Middletown, OH
My last two years at Madison High school were Darrell's first two years there. He immediately learned my name and took a personal interest in me. His encouragement was largely responsible for motivating me to attend college and become a teacher and administrator. I owe a lot to him. My condolences go out to his family and friends.
Tom Pierson
August 13, 2011 | Trenton, OH
Dear Carolyn and Family,
My deepest sympathy is extended to all of you. Darrell was a great friend and colleague and will certainly be missed. Praying for peace and comfort for you.
dan
Dan Raisch
August 12, 2011 | Centerville, OH
Dear Carolyn & Family,
We will all miss Darrell very much. Please keep in touch.
love,
Betty & Chuck
Charles McConnell
August 11, 2011 | WChester, OH
