Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Berardinelli Family Funeral Service

1399 Luisa Street

Santa Fe, New Mexico

WILLIAM ROHRBACH Obituary

WILLIAM ALAN ROHRBACH William Alan Rohrbach, a Santa Fe resident for thirty-seven years, died at home suddenly and unexpectedly on January 15, 2013. He was born on June 13, 1962 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He was a graduate of St. John's College in Annapolis, as well as a graduate of the Eastern Classics Institute at St. John's College in Santa Fe. He was a member of the St. John's Search and Rescue from 1995 to 1999. He was on the board of the William H. and Mattie Wattis Harris Foundation for twenty years. He enjoyed playing the piano and became an accomplished artist in the past ten years. He is survived by his wife of twenty-four years, Elizabeth Rohrbach, son, Alan Rohrbach, sister, Cassidy Harrison of Los Angeles, nephew, Zuma Chavez of Los Angeles, mother, Louise Heydt of Ojai, California, father, Charles Rohrbach of Denver, Colorado, sister-in-law, Alexandra Pontone of Santa Fe, brother-in-law, Luke Carparelli of Santa Fe, father-in-law, Joe Pontone of Santa Fe, plus aunts, uncles and cousins. Services will be held at McGee Memorial Chapel, 1320 Luisa Street at 12 o'clock P.M. January 26, 2013. The family requests in lieu of flowers that donations be sent to the Eastern Classics Institute at St. John's College in Santa Fe. Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505)984-8600 Please sign our guestbook for the family at: www.berardinellifuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Santa Fe New Mexican on Jan. 24, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for WILLIAM ROHRBACH

Not sure what to say?





Sarah Chandler

January 26, 2014

The heaviness in my heart is lightened by joyful memories, including a shared appreciation for "The Cloister and the Hearth". May happy memories of you sustain your loved ones.

david humphreys

September 4, 2013

Such a joy that we had him for 50 years, such a loss to have had him leave so soon. In the dining hall once, Will wondered what it would take to travel faster than light . . . may he now know.

Margo Hobbs

August 28, 2013

Very sorry to hear of William's passing in The College. My condolences, Elizabeth, to you and your family.

Rusty Crutcher

April 8, 2013

Will was a man with a huge heart and intellect. He was extremely loyal to his family and friends and his love for Allen, his son, was immense. I am honored to have known him and will carry his memory in my heart forever.

Stephen Erb

February 24, 2013

With the discovery that Will was taken from his family at so young an age I am completely taken aback. Shock might be a better way to express my emotion. My sympathy and prayers to Elizabeth and the other family members left behind on this Earthly plane. Whichever god you might look to, please speed his spirit home.

William Kirschke

February 12, 2013

I was saddened to hear of the sudden death of Will and express my condolences to the family. I have only the fondest memories and high regard for this outstanding young man.

Kaethe Kauffman

January 30, 2013

My heart goes out to you at this most difficult time. In love and sorrow, Kaethe

Morgan Hees

January 25, 2013

My heart goes out to the Rohrbach Family. Hold fast in Will's light.

Showing 1 - 9 of 9 results

Make a Donation
in WILLIAM ROHRBACH's name

Memorial Events
for WILLIAM ROHRBACH

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Berardinelli Family Funeral Service

1399 Luisa Street, Santa Fe, NM 87505

How to support WILLIAM's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor WILLIAM ROHRBACH's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sponsored