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Kenneth Ray Root, beloved husband of Tara Root (Wiseman). Loving father of Ryan (Angela Gephart) Root, Richard (Lauren) Root, Robert (Sally) Root. Grandfather of Rylan, Raela, Remington and Ryder. Brother of the late Diane Adams. Passed away Tues., July 29, 2014, at the age of 68 years. Visitation will be held Tuesday, August 5, 2014 at West Chester Church of the Nazarene from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Visitation will also be held at the church, Wednesday, from 10:00 a.m. until the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to the church or a charity of the donor's choice
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Michael A Biordi
July 31, 2024
Hard to believe that it has been 10 years since Ken passed on. Life goes on and, for many of us who lived or worked with him, our lives are better off due to the impact he had on us. Good to be reminded.
michael a biordi
July 28, 2023
Ken,
Just retired. Thanks for helping to get me there. I will forever be grateful.
michael a biordi
July 29, 2022
What we remember is not lost. I will always remember and be grateful for Ken's impact on my life.
richard hunter
July 29, 2021
never will for get our times together
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mac mccall
September 1, 2014
I dont know what to say. Im sorry i did not until this week
Cathy Genty
August 21, 2014
Such a great guy, leader, and role model to many. He certainly left his mark...
Greg Hawks
August 6, 2014
Rest in peace.
Carl Fisher
August 6, 2014
My condolences and prayers for Kenny and his family. It is evident that Kenny's entire existence after Miami was a continuation of his lust for life and relationships. His incredible ability to physically push beyond where other big men of his day could go surely helped to form a mantra of self confidence and belief in oneself that forms a large part of the legacy he spread far and wide. He will be missed , but forever remembered by me for his love of life, friends and family.
Michael Biordi
August 5, 2014
Rest in Peace, Gentle Giant. You impacted my life in many ways.
Pam & Dick Hunter
August 5, 2014
0ur sincere sympathies to tara and family,pam and I will always remember the great times we had together.ken will always be a REDSKIN
Joe Ivcevich
August 4, 2014
Ken was larger than life and I'll always remember our friendship in business as we were in a study group for a number of years.
August 4, 2014
My family is so sorry for your loss. Even though I lost contact over the years,I still remember the wonderful and great hours spent playing touch football and other sports at Summit Park. Even then Ken was a good and gentle guy, may he always be in our memories. Nick and Pat Munafo Glendale Ohio
Janie Acra
August 3, 2014
Rest in peace, Coach.
August 3, 2014
My sincere sympathies to the Family. May the Hearer of Prayer bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time-Psalm 62:8
August 3, 2014
Tara,we have many Fun stories about Ken and remember most his love for you and the Family and Miami.He touched so many lives in such a positive and loving way..he had a Great Life.Love,Joyce and Mel Gregory
August 3, 2014
Tara, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Ken was a great guy and his passing brings back so many memories of times spent with him and you. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Tom and Deb Duddy.
Jim Ritter
August 3, 2014
So sorry to hear about ken, he was always a positive up beat guy! Great guy to be around at Miami, great team guy, he will be missed.
Michael Connerton
August 3, 2014
He and I played together @ Miami. Never realized that Kenny really never left and was so giving to the University. God bless Kenny, the university and a lot of us lost a good friend. He'll be missed.
Steve Strinko
August 3, 2014
Other than the famous High School battle of the undefeated Monroe vs. Harrison in 1970's I only had one opportunity to meet Coach Root. I did, however, hear many stories told by his All-Star Offensive Lineman and friend Dave Metz, who by the way was my room mate at the University of Michigan. Ken was obviously loved and endeared by all. I know his life touched so many for the good and I am praying that the Lord of mourning comfort his family and loved ones in this time of need. May the Lord richly bless you all.
Patty VanCleve
August 2, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. Ken was one of the greatest supporters of Harrison Athletics. He was always willing to help in any way he could - he will be missed by all. You and your family are in our thoughts.
Emma Baldwin/Pennington
August 2, 2014
Tara so sorry for your loss to you and your family.
Mike McIntire
August 2, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to your family. We spent a lot of great moments with Ken over the years and we will miss him. We will pray for him and your family.
Michael and Linda McIntire
August 1, 2014
Tara,
I am so very sorry to hear about Ken passing. My sympathies and prayers are with you and your family. May the peace that passes understanding be with you during this very difficult time.
Diana McGowan Carpenter
Jerry Dean
August 1, 2014
Rest in Peace Coach Root.
mark Hall
August 1, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss Mr root was one of the great ones love my time I got to spend with him and I appreciate all the help he gave my son and not just my son he would help any one he was just a great man I will miss him immensely mark hall
The Troy Family
August 1, 2014
You will be missed my friend.
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