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John Rohrbaugh Obituary
Rohrbaugh, Rev. John E.
Irondequoit: Friday, July 31, 2009. Survived by his wife, Florence; sons, John (Patricia Schleich), Thomas (Holliday); daughters, Diana Young and Ellen Robinson; sister, Nina Hutete; 7 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Pastor Rohrbaugh retired from the Lutheran Church of The Transfiguration after 27 years. Interim Pastor of numerous Parishes, lifetime member of P.T.A. and Chaplain of RG&E Armed Forces Club.
Friends may call Sunday 4-7 at the DREIER-GILTNER FUNERAL HOME, 1717 Portland Ave. (Corner of Portland Ave. and Ridge Rd. E.). Funeral Service Monday 10 A.M. at The Lutheran Church of the Transfiguration. Interment Irondequoit Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Eye and Human Parts Banks, Transfiguration and St. John Lutheran Church.
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Dave Payne
August 4, 2009
I just learned of this sad news. Rev. Rohrbaugh and I have been side by side during Veterans Day, Memorial Day and special services for the RG&E Armed Forces Club for over 30 Years. He would say the prayers and followed with my trumpet playing taps. I am adding a photo taken on May 26, 1978 at the flag pole at the old RG&E Operations Center on Jefferson Rd. Times change, as this is where Home Depot now resides. I will miss Rev. Rohrbaugh, but will always remember his kind ways and his thoughtful words. Thank you Reverend and rest in peace.
Paul Leidig
August 3, 2009
My condolences to the Rohrbaugh family and thanks for many good years at Transfiguration. It seems like last week, but the march of time is rapid.
My family remains active in the Lutheran church and my son was confirmed last year - a testament to the lasting impact of the many people who worked with us over the years.
Michael Baskin
August 3, 2009
Dear Ellen and the Rohrbaugh Family,
Please accept my deepest heartfelt condolences on the loss or your father. May his legacy be an inspiration to you all. G-d bless you.
The Parr Family
August 2, 2009
Dear Florence and family,
Our deepest condolences go out to all of you. And to think that after all of this time and distance, we had the gift of reuniting with both of you at Mom's service in June. We have such fond memories of his ministry at Reformation Lutheran Church in Buffalo and the warm, happy bond between our families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
All our Love,
The Parr family......Karen, Eileen, and Joe
Joanne Daly
August 2, 2009
My brother and I have many fond memories from our childhood of Pastor and his family. I am sure that he is with our Lord and smiling down at all of us. His life is one that needs to be celebrated. My parents loved him so, as we all did. Our deepest sympathy to his entire family. Joanne (Friesema) Daly
Joe & Peggy Civiletti, Sr
August 2, 2009
We are both so sorry to hear of Pastor Rohrbaugh. I had the deepest respect and admiration for him while growing up. Deepest sympathies to your whole family.
Liz Myers
August 1, 2009
I am truly sadden to hear of Uncle John's passing. I wish I could turn back the hands of time..... I have fond memories of our times together as a family. My deepest sympathies to you all.
Judy Rohrbaugh
August 1, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of "Dad's" passing. I wish I could be there for the whole family. Please know that I am there in thoughts and I will always remember him fondly. I am telling people he was the kind of Grandpa everyone would have wanted. Peace to all during this difficult time.
Helen Weiss Phelps
August 1, 2009
To the family of John Rohrbaugh,
My sympathy on the passing of Pastor Rohrbaugh. My memories of him go back 30 years when I was in college and helping out with Confirmation Camp at Vanderkamp. He got up early every morning to go fishing. The kids had trouble pronouncing "Rohrbaugh" so he became known as "Pastor Rowboat." He was always so friendly whenever I met him in the years following for Conference or Synod events. May God give you peace and comfort as you celebrate his life.
Richard Kane
August 1, 2009
Lois and I join you in your grief and celebrate with you in Pastor's victory in The Christ!
Don & Barb Deming
August 1, 2009
Florence & Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Rev. Rohrbaugh.
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