Name: Calling hours for Vernon A. Rohr
Start: 2018-11-25T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-11-26T00:00:00.000Z
Location: SS Philip & James Catholic Church

Vernon A. Rohr

After a lifetime of service, Vernon A. Rohr, 94, of Canal Fulton, Ohio, went home to the Lord on Nov. 22, 2018. He was born in Canal Fulton on May 16, 1924, to the late James and Marguerite Rohr. Vern attended SS Philip & James School and graduated from Canal Fulton High School in 1942. Vern ran the family farm for many years before he bought a NAPA franchise in North Canton, Ohio. The franchise was first known as Workman's Auto Parts until Vern bought out his partner and changed the name to Vern's Auto Parts. Vern was also employed by Fulton Mower Sales and then Graphic Enterprises. Vern was a farmer by birth and a self-taught engineer by trade, known for rendering mechanical drawings for future projects on the nearest napkin. Vern dedicated his life to his family and his church, serving as Eucharistic Minister, Minister of the Word, and Instructor of Religious Studies for countless years. Vern also visited and brought Holy Communion to the sick and homebound.

Vern married the love is his life, Margaret A. (Graham) Rohr, on Oct. 17, 1946. They raised eight children together. He is survived by his children, John (Nancy) Rohr, Margaret R. (Julian) Laboucane, Timothy (Pamela) Rohr, Richard Rohr, Christine (Thomas) Cooney, Maureen (Mat) Pepe, and Brian (Dana) Rohr. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren; brothers, James (Ann) Rohr, Robert (the late Marge) Rohr; two sisters, Sister Ruth Rohr, O.S.B., Dorothy (the late Glenn) Konen, and brother-in law, Jerry Staley and sister-in-law, Ann Graham. In addition to his wife, Vern was preceded in death by son, Terrence Rohr; daughter, Kathleen; brother, Thomas (the late Patricia) Rohr; Sister Julia Rohr, O.S.B., and Sister Marietta Rohr, C.S.A.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, Nov. 26th at 10 a.m., at SS Philip & James Catholic Church, 412 N. High St., Canal Fulton, Fr. Kevin McCaffrey celebrant. Burial will be in SS Philip & James Cemetery. Friends and family may call Sunday, Nov. 25th from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. AT THE CHURCH. The family would like to thank Kathleen, Dawn, Darren, Chrissy, Rachel, Lori and Doug of Mercy Hospice for their kind and compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to SS Philip & James School, 532 High St NE, Canal Fulton, OH 44614 or Mercy Hospice, 4369 Whipple Ave NW, Canton, OH 44718.

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Published by The Repository on Nov. 24, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Vernon Rohr

15 Entries

Randall neuner

March 14, 2024

Best boss i ever had. Rip vernxc

Randall neuner

February 7, 2023

Rip Vern. One of my best bosses ever. Randy

Janice Lamb

November 19, 2022

Vern was great with children and my two grandsons adored him. I pray every night that they remember what he taught them. He was a wonderful man and teacher for God.

JULIA (JULIE) bALTRINIC

November 20, 2020

I miss Vernon's beautiful smile and kind manner. He is a distant relative of mine and I miss him and his beautiful smile very much. I think of him as smiling down at us now and being happy that he is with the Lord and not part of this world anymore. And even if he may still be in purgatory, he is still spiritually safe from the devil's grip. May Vernon rest in peace. Amen. My Jesus, have mercy on the soul of Vernon, and may his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen.

Jim & Julie Baltrinic

December 6, 2018

We were so sorry to hear about Vern's death. We had heard of his failing health and were saddened to hear about that. We had noticed his absence at Church services of late and wondered about him. He was in our thoughts and prayers. We were in VA visiting some of our children and their families the week of Thanksgiving and came home with colds, We only learned of his death thru a friend, Elizabeth Zsengellar. We were sad that we could not be there for his funeral, but being sick and with the frigid cold weather we were unable to be there. Instead we were there in spirit and prayed for the repose of Vern's soul. We will always remember his sweet and kindly smile. May he rest in eternal peace. Amen. I am Julia (Rohr) Baltrinic and my husband is Jim Baltrinic. I am related to Vern but not exactly sure how. I will look it up after the holidays in the family tree of Michael Rohr and Mary Eva Lenhart of which I have the four volume set researched and put together by Gladys Rohr who passed away a few years ago. Again, our sincere sympathy at your loss of a very beautiful soul. Jim & Julie (Rohr) Baltrinic

December 1, 2018

We were so very sorry to hear about Vern's passing. Our prayers go out to Dick and his family. May you all find comfort in knowing that heaven acquired an angel for all the good he's done for others in this world...with deepest sympathy..John & Jan Johannsen

Julie Stephon

November 28, 2018

I worked with Vern at GEI for 20 years. Vern was a good one. RIP my friend. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Mary Weber

November 27, 2018

I am so sorry to hear of Vern's passing. He was always so kind and encouraging. When my husband died he would give me prayer cards. His devotion to the Blessed Mother inspired me say the rosary everyday. He will always be missed. May God comfort you and hold Vern close.

Gerald Staley Family

November 26, 2018

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Vern. He was a blessing to our family throughout the years and continued with his kindness as he visited Jerry (Dad) these past few years at Rose Lane. May God comfort your family with His peace and His love as you cherish the memories.
With all our love,
The Gerald Staley family, (Jerry Sr., Kevin, Jerry, Coleen and Mike)

"My Father's house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am"
John 14:2-3

Scott Waite

November 25, 2018

You will always be one of the greatest role models I have ever had....a great friend and an extraordinarily kind man who always put others first......

John Lazar

November 24, 2018

We will miss you but not mourn you, Vern, because you never lost your smile and twinkling eyes despite the blows that life dealt you. Thank you for teaching me not to close my eyes while saying the Our Father, because God is looking at me then. My life was blessed for having known you.

Bill and Madi Yellig

November 24, 2018

We will miss your great sense of humor ! We will remember that you often got "credit for the blame !" Thanks for bringing laughter to all the past gatherings !

November 24, 2018

May the God of all comfort give your family comfort during your time of sorrow.

Janice Lamb

November 24, 2018

We love you Vern and will miss you so much. We will never forget your understanding, kindness and spiritual teachings. You will now be at peace with Gods arms wrapped around you forever. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Coleen Springstead

November 24, 2018

May the road rise to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face, the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again...May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

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