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John Roads Obituary
Mary Aimee Smith Roads R.N. in Cleveland, Ohio, passed away June 11, 2007. The family moved to Tucson December 31, 1940. He graduated from Tucson High School in 1944. He joined the
Navy V-S program in 1944 and was discharged at the end of WWII. He returned to the U. of A. and graduated in 1948. In 1947 he married Bernice (Bunny) Powers. They had 9 children. In 1948 they moved to Ohio where Dr. Roads taught Physiology at the University of Cincinnati for 2 years. He received his M.D. in 1954. He spent I year in an internship at Denver General Hospital, 1 year residency at Maricopa County Hospital in Phoenix before moving to Tucson where he started a solo practice in General Medicine. Due to government interference he retired in 1987 rather than give inferior care to his patients and his love of medicine. He married Henrietta (Hank) Maykulsky in 1979. They had a wonderful life, traveling all over the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Alaska, in one of their motor homes and taking cruises. His first wife Bunny, 4 children, Bernice, Michael, Patrick and Mark, sister Mary Ann Owens and Brother Donald Roads, preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife Hank (Henrietta) daughter Helen Ray and Aimee and sons Daniel, Edward, and Timothy, Stepchildren, Walter Maykulsky, and Morgan Regina. Also survived by sister Susan (Terry) Coyle, many nieces and nephews and friends and old patients and his faithful "friends" Lil Guy and Toby. Funeral services will be held Saturday June 23, 2007 at 11:00 AM at Adair Funeral Homes Dodge Chapel 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. Reception at Tucson Country Club from 1 to 4 PM. Donations can be made to the Hedrick House or Tucson Humane Society.
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Memories and Condolences
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Betty Turner
August 26, 2007
I haven't seen Dr.Roads since 1974 when I moved to Mesa. Movie away from him was one of the most traumatic things I've ever done. When my children were babies he was my strength. Dr. Roads delivered my twin daughters and also my son at St. Joseph's hospital. He was such a wonderful doctor and was always so positive and encouraging and got me through many emergencies over the years. When I would call him frantic with questions about a sick child he always remained calm and would say "Betty you can handle this" He had confidence in me and taught me so much. I will always have very fond memories of this wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Robin Roads
July 9, 2007
Dear Aimee and family,
I was so very sorry to hear about your father's death. Although I have not yet met any of my Arizona cousins, I was very sad for your and our loss. I was glad I had sent Jack a Christmas card in December 2006.
Judging by what has been written online here about your dad, he was loved by many people, and will be greatly missed by family, friends, patients, and the community at large. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in Arizona and other places, while you cope with the loss of a very great man, father, grandfather, uncle, cousin, and friend. Know that with time, your sorrow may pass, and you will have so many memories to keep him close to you in your heart. By sharing those memories with others, they will come to "know" Jack , just as all of you have known him over the years.
May God give you comfort for your sorrows, and peace for your heart. Big hugs to all of you.
Your cousin,
Charlene Sasnett-Miller
July 4, 2007
Helen,
I remember your Mom & Dad very well. They were always so kind to me. I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Joseph Murray
July 1, 2007
Helen, Sorry for your loss, may you cherish the memories of a great man. I lost my wife this year and I know how tough this is for you. Best wishes, Joe Murray
Terri Hardy Barish
June 27, 2007
Helen and family
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Mary Elizabeth Potts
June 26, 2007
Helen and Family -
So sorry to hear about the passing of your father. My prayers are with you all.
Salpointe Catholic High School
June 26, 2007
The Salpointe Catholic High School community extends deepest sympathy to the Roads family. You are in our prayers at this difficult time.
Jennifer Ringer
June 22, 2007
We love you Aunt Susie and are so sorry for your loss. He had to be a wonderful big brother to have such a sweet little sister. Love Jennifer Ringer and Family.
Jason Ray
June 21, 2007
A celebration of my Grandpa Jack's life is in order. The memories of great times I was able to spend with him fill my heart with joy. I consider myself very lucky to have had such a wonderful Grandfather who taught me so much. I'm still trying to learn the lessons about how to use my irons on the golf course. I want to wish Hank, Mom, and all of my Aunts and Uncles the very best through this hard time. Let the beautiful memories of this wonderful man help get you through.
Love,
Jason
Bill Nagel
June 20, 2007
Dear Roads Family,
I'm sorry I can't be with you on Saturday I'll be with you in spirit. I'm seeing to my own Father's health issues at the present time. I'll miss ole Jack (the ripper) He was a little guy with a HUGE HEART, he loved his family and his pets dearly. I still hear his great brazen laugh which puts a big smile on my face.
Best to all the kids and especially Hank.
Aimee Roads
June 18, 2007
The Family and I would like to thank all of you for your comments on this page. Dad lived a long and wonderful life. His advice and everything about him that made him who he was will truly be missed. God Bless all of you and thank you for sharing your wonderful stories and thoughts. Hank, thank you for taking such good care of dad over the years.
susan coyle
June 18, 2007
a good-bye message to my oldest broher. losing you has left a hole in my heart but my brain is full of great memories and i will keep track of your "little ones".....
because they are special and i want to make sure they know that. thanks for the memories and love and my free doctor advise.... bless you, honey thanks to hank for loving and caring for jack so beautifully... love you too
Julie Bell
June 18, 2007
Aimee and Family-
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I know, all too well, the emotions that you are going through. My condolences to all of you.
Julie
Paula & Rocky Warren
June 18, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Barbara Philipp
June 17, 2007
My deepest sympathies to Dr. Road's family and friends. He was my family doctor growing up. He will be missed and always remembered for his healing ability, sense of humor and gracious caring ways.
Rosalie Inman
June 16, 2007
As the manager of the Doctors' Directory, I remember many good and wonderful years of Dr. Roads. There are so many stories & memories, that I could write a book! My thoughts and prayers go out to Hank and the children.
Calvin Wood Jr.
June 16, 2007
He was a great doctor and his since of humor will be missed.
Susie Wright
June 16, 2007
Dear Hank, Helen, Aimee, Dan, Ed and Tim:
I am in Germany and Aimee e-mailed me to let me know Uncle Jack had passed away. I wish I could be there for his funeral. I was so glad I was able to visit with him last summer. We had such a nice visit. I will miss all of his wonderful medical advice!!! He was a wonderful Uncle. You have been in our thoughts and prayers! We love all of you! Susie (Owens) Wright, Brad, Mikayla, Austin and Zach
Joanna Dexter (Wood)
June 16, 2007
Dr.Roads was my doctor as a child...I remember a caring, funny & honest man. As a very young child I threw a book at my Grandmother and she tossed it back into my room..just as I turned around...the book hit my eye. I had a lovely shiner!!! My grandmother flipped out and in a panic rushed me to Dr.Roads' office. He looked at my shiner, decided I would live and sent me out the door with the following remark,"I guess you won't throw a book at your Grandmother again will you?" To this day it is still one of my mother's favorite stories to tell. As a grown woman and mother of 3, countless bits of advice on parenting have come from my mother, via Dr. Roads!! I wish my kids had been fortunate enough to have had him as their doctor. He will truly be missed and my deepest condolences to his family and friends. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cousin Carrie (Powers) Powell
June 16, 2007
TO ALL OF BUNNY AND JACK'S CHILDREN:
Be assured of my prayers and my deepest sympathy.
Walter & Coralie Schepansky
June 16, 2007
We haven't had John Road's level of medical care since he retired. Our thanks for being there for us for over 20 years! Our heartfelt sympathy to all the family.
Barbara Christianson
June 16, 2007
Dr. Roads had quite an impact on my family...starting when my mother and I moved to Tucson in 1961,,,he cared for us...until he retired...he delivered my son in 1976....his sense of humor and compassion has been missed....
Donald Scheick
June 16, 2007
Donald H. & Cecilia A Scheick, God be with you and yours.
You were a fine gentleman and a good doctor.
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