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Scott Roraback Obituary
Scott Donald Roraback
Scott was the son of the late Roger A. Roraback and Violet Roraback. He was a loving son, husband, father and grandfather.
Members of Scott's immediate family who survive him include his loving wife of 22 years, Lisa Roraback; as well as three sons, Justin Roraback and wife Cara (plus their three children, Naomi, Kaden and Indira), Shane Roraback and Colin Roraback; and stepson Dane Hansen.
Other family survivors include brothers David Roraback of Alaska, Doug Roraback of Whidby Island, WA, and Steve Roraback of Snohomish County, WA.
Scott worked for many years in the seafood processing industry. He also worked as a ski instructor and as a freelance photographer.
There will be a gathering of family and friends to honor Scott on Friday, August 20, 2010 from 3:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m. at Woodland Park, Seattle, WA, Shelter #3, with a memorial service at 7:00 p.m.
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Memories and Condolences
for Scott Roraback
August 15, 2012
Scott, I think of you often. It's been two years now since we said goodbye. I think of the good times we had growing up together. Of your radiant face when you first held our sons. You would be so proud of them now!!! Each one has turned into men of integrity. I will continue to think of you and how you enjoyed your time on earth and the fun we shared. Rest in peace my friend!!! Love you Laurie
Paul Larsen
August 14, 2012
Scott. Please welcome Jedidiah. I know he will be happy to be with one of his favorite Uncles. Maybe you could share another hike together, or some of your vast music collection. It is two years now, and you are still missed here on Earth, but I feel your presence in many ways. You brought much comfort to me as I said "see you later" to my wonderful son. I love you. Paul
January 25, 2012
Life is so unreal, I still can't understand why your have been taken from me and your family. I wake everyday and go through the motions of life and shake my head in disbelief. This was to be our time together.
We raised our family, through tough times and great times, always knowing that the even great times were yet to come, what now....
Remember the first winter we moved to Lake Ki and the lake froze,it wasn't that cold but we had some winter weather this past week.
Skiers' and snowboarders' are excited for it and Dane got called back to work at the Pass. He was excited, they called him. He needed that, Dane has been having a ruff time lately.
I think of you every second of every minute and miss you so much. Please try to watch a little more closely over us, we are struggling lately and need your support. I love you and hold dear the time we shared together and long for the moments to come that we will be together again.
Christmas Day 2011
December 28, 2011
Scott I have not written on your book for over a month, not that I haven't thought of you for every second of the time. I continue on and every day remember times that you and I shared with our children and in later years our grandchildren. We were such a fantastic couple and so much in love, you and I are soul mates. Another year is coming to head, coming to turn over a new page on the calendar and another year I have to live with your memory and not you. I love you and miss you more than I care to share.....Lisa
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Scott took this in Leavenworth
November 13, 2011
Scott in Mt Vernon Wa
November 13, 2011
Kaden's 2nd birthday
November 13, 2011
This was taken on the Oregon coast
November 13, 2011
My dear Husband, it has been so long since I have added entries to your album, I am sorry. I think of you constantly so that is not the issue. I have just spent a week in Chicago, you would of insisted on going and that would have been fantastic. I would have been in lectures and seminars all day but you would have had no problem filling your days with picture taking. And knowing you, I would have had several outfits and "spots"picked out for that shot you just had to take of me. You loved taking photos, people, scenics, food, products, plants, you name it you shot it, but your favorite was to photograph me. You would have gone nuts and I am sorry we never went to Chicago together. You might have been there with me though, I happened to look straight over my head, in-between tall buildings and there was a rainbow. I think I was the only one that saw it, I share with the couple that was passing by, and they were grateful, but I want to think it was meant for me. I am so grateful for the traveling we were able to share and the photography seminars we went to together, was fantastic, much easier to "remember" when you have someone to talk it over with at the end of each session. I miss you.
In 2 days it will be Kaden's birthday, your first grandson, wow. You love him so much, he would make your whole face light up when he was around. Remember sitting in the waiting room, just aching to hear the first cry...what a special moment. Watch down on Kaden and the rest of us and help guide us to live the life that would make you proud. I love you, Scott and miss you more everyday. The emptiness in my soul grows every passing day.....Till we can be in each others arms again......Lisa your loving wife.
This was before I came into Scott's life but He love his son, Justin.
October 20, 2011
Oh Scott, what am I to do with out you. I feel nothing and so long to feel the aliveness, (if that is even a word, I know it is a feeling)I felt when we were a couple. I remember the first time we laid eyes on each other, Port Chatham smoke house, Ballard. Tony had brought me in for a job interview and Bob Emel was showing me around, we we're heading up the stairs and I looked on the smoke house floor and way in the back, apron and all was the most handsome man I had ever laid eyes on. I felt my cheeks turn red and looked away. Wow, I had no idea how that day, that moment , would alter my life. It is the middle of October, families are getting and carving pumpkins, deciding on costumes and beginning to plan the holidays. All of this has changed for me. It is funny, we so looked forward to taking the grandkids trick or treating and we never got to. One year we were apart of the "after" and hearing about the experience and that will have to be enough because we have no more chances together. It is funny this is one holiday we were never getting the pumpkin on the "eve" of, we always seemed to have our stuff together to get pumpkins and you always carved with the boys while I told you how and took pictures. Thank you for doing this and putting up with me. I love you, Scott and miss you every minute.
Friends you shared a ski adventure or 2 with.
October 1, 2011
Scott helping Justin to ski.
October 1, 2011
Lisa
October 1, 2011
The last day in September and I am reminded of your excitment for college football, fantasy leagues the Sea Hawks and getting ready to ski. I don't know who Dane will be skiing with this year, Mike Hovander, Scott Sims, or your brother Doug, all of whom you shared a turn or two with. Who is going to teach Kaden to ski? And Indira, you know she would want to go all the Double Diamond runs with you. The two of you, your brother Doug and you, did have the love of skiing in common, both of you loved to ski and both of you taught at Stevens Pass. Both of you were very good, aggressive skiers. I remember the first ski trip we shared together, a group trip with Port Chatham employees. You were with Laurie and I was with Craig, don't remember if he went, but I was skiing to impress you. I went straight down the run, going so fast and I fell, I rolled and rolled, lost my skis and bruised my chest so bad, but I caught your attention. Another time I remember was when you and Doug and the other skip instructors took me on the back side, man was I way in over my head. I was scared and embarrassed and frozen in my skis, I was too scared to move, but you encouraged me to go on. Not only to go on but with my head held high. I fought you all the way, you were so patient, never letting on that you just wanted me to get on with it, always so calm and encouraging. We got through and it was another adventure, another memory I have with you. Thank you my friend. Thank you for teaching me to ski, to bend my knees, look in front of me and turn at the hips. Life is not the same without you to share it with. I love you and miss you terribly. Until next time, all my love....Lisa
September 25, 2011
My darling it has been a while since I have talk to you through this medium, not that I have not thought of you any less. So today is a Sunday, first home Seahawks game and the President decides he needs to fly into our lovely city! I had to have the TVs turned on to games, this is all that is needed to feel you on a Sunday morning, waking to the smell of coffee and the sound of Football!!!! oh to have you back for real, wouldn't that be great!!
I would wake to the sound of Howie, Terry and ? and knew it was Sunday morning. How I miss sharing this with you along with everything else, but Sunday's and football. Nachos and Sunday brunches, 3rd quarter play and naps after, that was the life.
You and Mike Hovander shared many a Husky game together, these on Sat of course, live at Husky stadium. Mike has been gracious enough to Invite Justin, Colin and I believe Shane to also to attend with him a game or 2. We had a great time the time we took the boat to see that Husky game, of which I don't remember who they played but wow we shared a hell of a time, a hell of a life.
Gale Nyberg Roy Zawielski
September 22, 2011
Wow, I cannot even imagine what life has been like for you since last August. I think that, I myself am still in shock about Scott. I am not very religious but just keep thinking there must be something terribly much more important for him to do in heaven then stay here on earth with us. I know he is watching over you and the entire family. In fact, knowing Scott, he is probably watching over everyone he has ever met. He would just do that, I know, he is just that way.
I am so, so, grateful he was able to capture our (Roy and my) wedding day with the photos he took and that you oversaw every photo opportunity to make sure we had perfect pictures to help us remember our wedding day. You both totally accomplished that. What I can't believe is that 8 years have already past this September 6. One of our best memories of that day was Scott and you running over to the dock which was quite a run for Scott especially wearing cowboy boots! All just to capture a couple of perfect photos of us and all our guests aboard the Virginia V! By the way, we had those perfect photos blown up really, really large and put in special frames. One is in our dining room and the other in our living room. One of these days you will have to stop by and see them.
There are so many memories with Scott that I have growing up. He got the great chore of dealing with me when I was in those wonderful teen years. He would ask Ty Carlson (my boyfriend at the time) to go hiking. Ty idolized Scott and I was very upset that Ty would leave me to go hiking with the boys! A decision was made to let the girls go too. Thank God. So we did and had wonderful adventures of hiking, camping and of course skiing. There was no hill that guy Scott would not climb up and then ski down. Usually, before the ski slopes opened in the spring, we would drive all over Mt Baker, find a good hill, make jumps for all to ski off of then off Scott would go always the first down any hill. He had to make sure it was safe for the rest of us of course. Then, he would pack his skis over his shoulder or keep them on and climb, climb, climb and do it all over again and again and again. He loved it so much.
I always tell Roy I was so very lucky during my teen years because of the friends I had during that vulnerable time in my life. We had so much fun with all that we did. We explored all of the Cascades and Olympics with our hikes.
I want you to know that I can especially speak for not just myself, but Scott Sims, Dave Bass, Ty Carlson and many others that Scott will always be close to our hearts, a very true friend who always answered our quest for adventure, friendship and guidance and is horribly missed.
Lisa, we are here. Keep Being Strong My Friend, We All Have To Somehow. Plus that is what Scott would want, you know.
Take Care and Call, Visit or Email Anytime.
Your Friends,
Gale Nyberg and Roy Zawielski
Dave bass
September 20, 2011
Scott was wise and quite philosophical as a friend could be during our time together working at port chatham packing
and hiking and camping in the olympics and north cascades. He seemed to always bring his ski's cus, we always went for the highest elevations we could attain and sure to have a glacier nearby for Scott to do a little down hill!! He taught me to ski for the first time at Chrystal Mtn. that was awesome. He turned me on to Frank Zappa. And other things.. Take care all and peace be with you. DAVE BASS
Bill Whitbeck
September 17, 2011
I was so sorry to read about Scott's passing last year in the Herald. Even though I live in Seattle now, I still read the Herald online. Please know that my thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Let me know if there's anything you need.
Sincerely- Bill Whitbeck
Beth
September 17, 2011
I’m glad we have so many happy memories of visits with Scott, he was a good & talented man. Maura’ wedding photos are an especially wonderful legacy for all our family. You’re a strong woman, Lisa, & we love you dearly. I’ll keep you in my prayers, Aunt Beth
Sally Harrington
September 17, 2011
Warmth. This is what I think of when I think about Scott.
I remember sitting next to him at a family gathering at a restaurant in Seattle, being aware of that warmth and gentleness. Though we had few opportunities to be together, Scott was such a good listener and seemed interested in knowing me better. He was so sunny and relaxed. I felt blessed that he was a part of my extended family.
Thank you so much for including us, Lisa.
Aunt Sally and Uncle Jim
When we live in Leavenworth and things were simple.
September 17, 2011
Scott as the time comes to an end where the online book closes and another chapter begins else where I say I love you. I am so grateful for the love we have and I only wish our son's will know half as much of this feeling of love that we shared. When in your arms I felt so safe and secure, so loved. Oh to have you hold me again....I will not say good bye, I can not. I love you Scott and will continue to love you forever and ever....Lisa Roraback your wife.
Ann Cirillo
September 17, 2011
Scott, Thank you for being so wonderful and taking such good care of my sister. She loved/loves you so much. I remember coming to visit you and swimming in the little lake behind your house and jumping off the dock with the kids. I remember you as a smiling, fun, easy to get along with man who was always nice to me and my family. I will never forget you. You touched so many lives, but mostly (to me) you made my sister feel special, safe, and loved. That gift is priceless. I will always think of you when I look at the photographs you took at John's and my wedding. Be at peace. Love, Ann Herschl Cirillo. p.s. I think of you every time I see a frog! :-)
Scott and Justin in the lake
Ted & Patty Larsen
September 17, 2011
Scott,
Thank you for the precious gift of your love to our sister Lisa. You were such a wonderful husband and father who touched the hearts of so many people. We always admired your eye for photography and ability to turn ordinary scenes from life into extraordinary memories. Nor will we forget skiing in the Cascades or hiking on Mount Constance. The picture you sent to us of you and Justin swimming in the lake truly represents how you embraced the fullness of life.
Lisa,
Thank you for the wonderful gift of bringing Scott into our extended family. You are a very loving person -- stay strong and know that you are in our hearts and prayers.
Justin Roraback
September 16, 2011
Dad, I miss you so much. Not a day goes by where I don't think about you. Thank you for being such an amazing father, I am very blessed to have such an amazing influence! I try to be as good as you were to me to my kids, you set the bar very high! I love you, people say see you soon or see you in an after life, that's where my prays go now, I pray that one day I can see you again.
The Bridge
Paul Larsen
September 15, 2011
Your eye for beauty Olympic Hike 2003
Paul Larsen
September 15, 2011
Scott. My Brother. In this physical world we are parted, but you are a permanent part of my soul and existence. I think of you often and the wonderful times we shared in life, and in doing so feel your presence. I know we will be reunited, and look forward to our next camping trip. Lisa. My Sister. You are a beautiful lady and brought many blessings to our family when you married Scott. He would be very proud of you. You are a wonderful mother, and have been so strong. The many ways that you honor Scott is an inspiration to me. I love you.
Mick Roraback
September 15, 2011
Uncle Scott,
Well, although it's already the 15th in Brazil, I thought about you all day yesterday. Rich memories of our childhoods together - then growing into the lives that would seem like they could go on and on. You left an etching on my heart that will forever remain, things learned, times to cherish and love that endures for all time. Thank you Scott for all that you taught me and all that you allowed me to teach you. You were a friend above all else. Stay now in God's loving arms, at peace and at rest with Grandma and Grandpa and all the other saints that have gone before us. My life and this world were better because you blessed it, now it's just a little bit more empty because you left too soon. We'll cling tight to those wonderful memories Scott, we'll always remember you with love.
Scott and LIsa Roraback
September 15, 2011
My darling husband your birthday is at the end. Family and friends have come and gone and those as well have not. I miss you terribly and wish we still had time together. I have shared true love with you. I told my brother, John, earlier, my heart would tremble, my body would just melt, when we were in each others arms. Angry, mad, at peace, normal day situations, it didn't matter, we would reach out to each other and hold on, what a feeling. Man to feel that again. wow. I wish this for our children, to know the love and commit to another, a soul mate, man what a feeling. I miss you Scott and love you dearly. Thank you for sharing your love with me. Thank you for sharing true love with me. Your were my third husband, but my only love, truly, you I loved. This world is so much less with out you in it. Until we meet again, watch over us and protect us. If you have it in you, maybe you could show yourself to me, sometime, maybe? I love you Scott and have so many memories to share with your grandchildren, none will forget....Until I am in your arms again...I love you....Lisa
September 14, 2011
Hey best friend. Miss you as much as I thought I would if you went away too soon.Think about you all the time. Life just isn"t the same without you in it. Always loved you and always will.Miss having our private talks about life. No one person in my life understood me the way you did.I'll miss that the most about our relationship.Hope I get to see you again some day,Love Jess
Tami Block
September 14, 2011
Hi Scott, Happy Birthday miss you! Im happy that I get to spend this day with Lisa all the kids, family and friends. Your forever in my thoughts. Love you miss you. Thanks for being apart of the Blocks. Tami
Laurie Rettell
September 14, 2011
Scott, today you would of been 54. Miss you! You always had a smile for me even in tough times. You left many happy memories with me for that i'm grateful! The kids and grandkids will remember you with love and kindness. So now I will not say goodbye but " till we meet again. Your forever friend Laurie
gail block
September 14, 2011
Happy Birthday, My dear friend. I Love you. Many years of memories I have with you. I really do miss you. I always felt welcomed.Today I especially miss you,remembering your lovely smile and your kindness. you even smiled when you didn't feel good.I don't know what I am going to do about Lariss's graduation picture's. You have all ways been here for the big events.I am lucky to have had you in my life. Lot of Love
Gail
Lisa Roraback
September 1, 2011
Oh Scott, I so miss you. Today is Sept first, I can't believe this. I am hearing skiing ads on the radio and TV, you would be getting your ski boots out so you could start "wearing them and breaking them down". What do I do with them now? You loved to ski, you taught and were completive, you looked so at home in a pair of skis. I remember the year you had mono. We didn't know at the time that was what it was, but your face was red and covered with red blots. You had no energy, but demanded it from yourself. We went to Mt Baker, they were not open yet. There was a switch back on the drive up and you had me drop you off at the top and than I drove down, waved and recorded you as you glided down the switchback. We did this several times and you were loving it. The snow was thick, like peanut butter, but you just had to ski. Soon it will be your birthday and we will gather to share memories. I love you and miss you dearly. LIsa
Dean Gilbert
August 28, 2011
I miss you Scott. We met about 25 years ago at Port Chatham and I have so many great memories. BBQ's at the lake, Working out, talking, our families hanging out as we got older, I could go on and on about all the great memories of you Scott. I can't believe you talked me into working out at 5a.m. that was crazy because I've never been a morning person. It seemed like we were always there for each other wether it was to laugh or bounce ideas off each other about issues in life. Scott you were always there for me and a Great friend. You were always so dedicated in whatever you did and that is only one of the things I admired you for. You may be gone but we'll be friends forever.
Donna Walker
August 27, 2011
Lisa and family-I just wanted you to know how special Scott is to my family...I am not a family member or a close friend but Scott took many and I mean MANY pictures of my daughters Crissa and Sara when they were growing up. Lisa you and Scott did multiple photo shoots at the Pilchuck Dance Academy of them and also Santa pictures at Bruce and Becky's in Marysville. Many fun memories with incredible pictures. The last time I saw Scott was when the new Target at Smokey Point opened up and he came up to me and gave me his new business card for the photography and told me he would love to take pictures of the girls now that they are growing up. I was very impressed that he was so excited to want to see them again. Recently Crissa just got married-she had asked me last year if we could contact Scott to take her pictures..sadly Scott had just passed. It would of been incredible for him to have taken the pictures to see her go from a little girl to the beautiful young woman she is today. We put together a slide show of pictures to show at the reception of Crissa growing up and over half of the pictures were ones that Scott had taken of her and her sister Sara. Because of Scott our family will have everlasting memories of our girls. Lisa you and Scott hold a very special place in our hearts and I would like to thank both of you for that. Scott's Legacy will live on through his incredible photos and all your wonderful memories of him.
sarah
August 21, 2011
whenever i hear Bob Marley playing, i think of scott. My favorite memories are those summer bbq'in nights at the cabin. when i got there i would hear Bob Marley blasting from the top of the street. as i walked down i would see scott at the grill ready to start the burgers, singing along to the music.He would have a bon fire started in the back year by the lake all ready for us. those were always the best nights. he is greatly missed.
Justin Roraback
August 20, 2011
Dad, there are not words that can describe the sadness that I feel about you leaving us. Please excuse any grammatical error due to this being very emotional for me. I've read everybody's posting on this for over a year and I have not been able to write anything, I'm not sure why. Dad, I want you to know I love you more than anything, like most boys feel towards their dad's, you're my hero. You've alway been my hero, as long ago as I can remember, from my days as a four year looking up to you all the way until today, 370 days after you've left us, you're still my hero. Of those 370 days, not one day has passed where I haven't thought of you, not one day has passed where either Kaden or Indira have not told me how they wish their funniest grandpa was still here. You're in my earliest memory and as a good father you've shaped every area of my life. As a kid, everytime I had big exciting news, as a kid how big could it have been, but you were always the first one I wanted to share it with, always! I always thought you were the most amazing person and even to this day I hope I can be as cool and as liked as you were! Dad, like I said you were my hero, you've been my hero my whole life I might now have showed you that but I need you to know that now. When I was growing up my friends admired Michael Jordan, Ken Griffey Jr., or Jerry Rice, my hero was alway Scott Roraback. Not to keep repeating myself, I want you to know, I couldn't have asked for a more amazing person to look up to and I love you so much, thank you dad. I am sorry I was difficult and stubborn if I could be different and have you back I would. towards the end we talked every day multipal times and you turned into my best friend, thank you for always showing me that my dad loved me! I never doubted that.
August 19, 2011
I hope life is getting a little easier for your family. As the pain lessens the memories grow stronger. Kellen is there with you, you'll remember my son. He had the same free spirit and attitude about life.
David Jones
Mick Roraback
August 18, 2011
Spilling over with memories of you Scott and the great times we had together as kids and on. Fishing in Westport, March of Dimes walk-a-lots, playing 45's on my Mom's stereo and eating Big macs, building forts and paper routes. Lake Ki was a haven for us as youngsters and kept us young as we grew older. Zappa concerts and all the others too. You introduced me to Jean Luc-Ponty. I don't know if this guest book has enough pages to even scratch the surface of the stories I could tell. There is a saying "if the walls could talk" haha, I say, if the mountains could roar, then the whole world would hear some pretty funny stuff! Remain in peace now Scott, in your new place in the universe. Our love for you will never weaken and our fond memories are forever. Forever and for always.
Ingrid Roraback
August 17, 2011
Remembering your great Love story today & always Scott. You are so missed. Not a day goes by without thoughts of you. There are memories everywhere I go that are good & fun times. So full of life & love for it. I will keep & cherish them forever. Much love to you Uncle Scotty today & always.
August 15, 2011
In memory of you scott forever.
August 14, 2011
I miss you and love you dearly. You are my husband, my best friend, my soul mate. Until we are together again, watch over me, protect me. Watch over our children and grandchildren, comfort them and smile down on all of us. Pray for us. I love you Scott so very much........Lisa Roraback
August 8, 2011
I heard this morning that Sade is coming to town, Aug 14th of all times. You so wanted me to go to Sade and I just complained and complained but what a wonderful time we had. She was fantastic, and the weather was great, we were in tuned with each other, wow, another thing you brought to my life. Thank you my friend......Lisa
August 7, 2011
As the day draws nearer, the worst day of my life, my heart grows tighter, my eyes swell and I reach up to you. What a life we had together, you made me feel so loved, so beautiful, so proud to be your wife, I love you so much Scott. Dane and I are cleaning the fish tank, something you always did, thank you, it is a job, seriously. I wouldn't have them but they remind me of our life together, the frog tank the boys bought you for your birthday, the funtosa and Childs tank on the stair landing,going to the Conway Fish store, and than the angle fish tank with Marian and Donald. You had your hands full didn't cleaning all those tanks. Thank you for doing that for us. I love you always.....your wife and friend Lisa
August 5, 2011
My dearest friend and husband how I long to have you next to me. I have not share in a while as I am so disoriented by your not being by my side. You and me have been through thick and thin together, I am not comfortable doing things on my own. Remember Sea Fair? This time last year we were watching the blue angles, like we have for the past 22 years, on the dock of my cousin's, where my father grew up, on Mercer Island. One year we were lucky enough to be down town, I believe with your nephew Mick, and they flew right over head, threw the tall city buildings, man what an impressive site. Blue Angles are no longer allowed to fly over the city but you and I got to see them do this together. We could be visiting at your mother's, Golden Gardens, and would hear them coming to turn around. I tired watching Ghost last night and could not , how I wish Whoopi would visit me and interrupt what you were saying. I love you Scott and miss you so much.....Lisa
July 4, 2011
Today is the 4th of July and as any other day I am thinking of you and remembering the 4th s we have shared. It is hard to believe 16 years ago Maura and Wes got married and you, Colin, Matt, Wes and myself were in New York City watching the fire works under the bridge. We spent one year on Magnolia at these kind and generous peoples' home and you took that picture that hangs in my bathroom, fire works over the kingdom. Many years on the Lake, what a show. One year Kurt and his band played, what a blast. I was looking through photos and came across one where Justin was "showing" you his muscles, now look at him, still so proud. We all miss you terribly and think of you every minute.....My tears flow but my heart won't forget....Lisa
July 2, 2011
Today is your mother's birthday. Remember she wouldn't let us throw her a party until she turned 80, who would of known she was to live longer than you. I miss you terribly and am remembering the parties you and I hosted every year after that, Roraback reunion, the last one being up at Country Burger. I am thinking of you and wishing for a dip in the lake. You would be up at the cabin, and I would holler up for you to join us. You finally would, and the water would be so refreshing. Keep watching over me and your family. I miss you and love you.......Lisa
June 1, 2011
Well my darling Scott, I miss you.The Copper River Sockeye and King are running and what memories this brings. You were so alive and so full of information when fish was spoken, worked and eaten. They would come to watch you fillet a salmon, even at a young age. Julia Childs even watched you work your art. You told us that you smoked salmon for kings, presidents and generals, and most importantly your family! What I would give to watch you at the Lakes beach, knife in hand and Shane pulling in a bass for you to admire, fillet and BBQ. Just goes to show us, there is not a natural act that will not remind us of Scott Roraback, my best friend, my husband and the father of our children. This picture was our first summer as owners' of Country Burger, you were the BBQ Chef. I will never be able to eat seafood again without yearning for yours. Till we are together again, I love you. Lisa
May 14, 2011
As you probably know by now, Guedo has joined you and your parents in heaven, he passed this evening at 8:18pm. He was such a good pet, a true member of our family. He was always there to lean on He was a gentle soul, wouldn't hurt a flea. He would swim across the Lake with Colin and I, he would sit with you on those long lonely nights when you couldn't sleep because of Interferon. When your Mom was staying with us, she would watch her, stand ever so still while she petted him. He was so strong, nudging me always in the rear. How he love all of us and how deeply he will be missed. Take care of each other and I love you. Lisa
Scott doing what he likes best.
May 10, 2011
Scott it is mid May and there is fresh snow in the mountains. Remember the time we did that video of you skiing down Mt Baker, you had mono. They weren't open, there was fresh snow, I dropped you off at the top of the "stretch", drove to the bottom and turned the video camera on, you were awesome. Your face was so swollen but you had a smile from ear to ear, you were in love and in heaven, Me and Skiing. I miss you so much. Watch over us till we meet again.
Lisa Roraback
May 6, 2011
This is strange, I had written a complete thought and all that got printed was that there was an emptiness, which there was. I was remembering the times of laughter and good BBQs, of your clam chowder and oysters on the half shell. I was remembering driving you crazy with my plans and spending, wanting everything to be prefect, when all that really mattered was the fact that we were getting together. I miss you and love you very much.
May 5, 2011
I had the family over and there was an emptiness
April 21, 2011
I love you and miss you. Please watch over our family, our boys and their families. With the Easter season upon us I am remembering family gatherings at your mother's house and the treasure hunts I always insisted the kids do. I miss family gatherings. It is funny, when you have the "things" to attend or plan and participate in, we don't enjoy them but when those opportunties are no longer available how I miss them. More than anything, I miss you. I miss your strong arms around me and the safe feeliing I had, literly felt when you held me. Watch over me and ours. All my love, LIsa
April 3, 2011
Dearest Scott, It has been so long and I am missing you terribly. Opening fishing season is approaching and the time to spread your ashes. but I am not ready for that and I don't want to do fishing with out you. So the world and life goes on but for me it stands still, at times, and at others it is tolerated. All my love, your wife.
February 26, 2011
We celebrated our son's birthday on the 22nd of this month, I missed you there. I remember that day, so scary, so grateful that Kr Kelley was there. I love you and miss you.
February 4, 2011
I love you more today than I did yesterday, why can't we be together? Should I join you, or can you reach down and touch me.
February 1, 2011
I wake up every day and can't believe you are gone. It is snowing and people are skiing, I am missing you. Today is Gail's birthday and she misses you. Watch over us and protect us. I love you my husband and miss you terribly.
Lisa Roraback
January 1, 2011
I love you Scott and will hold on to the memories we created together through out our time to gether on this earth. I know you are watching over me and I want to thank you for being in my life. I love you. Your wife forever, Lisa
December 24, 2010
My dear Friend and husband I miss you so. I don't know what life is all about with out you in it. Empty, this I know. Merry Christmas my love and watch over me. I have struggles with the family and I don't know why or what I am doing wrong but I miss you, this I know.
Lisa Roraback
November 25, 2010
Happy Thanksgiving Scott, it seems meaning less with out your here by my side. I miss you terribly, and love you even more. I am greatful for the time we had together and am longing for that again. Reach out and touch me, I need you.
October 20, 2010
So a year ago Scott and I stilled owned Country Burger and were still living the American dream...Then everything was taken away, including Scott, my best friend, husband, lover, father of my children, grandfather, my everything. This is all that is left of the memory of our RCB life:
About Country BurgerOUR MISSION STATEMENT As Owner/Operator/Chef at Roraback’s Country Burger and BBQ Pit, we will take pride in providing the best culinary experience to everyone that walks through our doors. We will support our own community and ask that our community supports us as we grow with each other and bring Country Burger back to it’s former glory. We will strive to bring in customers from within our own community, all surrounding communities as well as any visitors passing through Snohomish County. Tempting them to purchase, be pleased and well satisfied with any of our Burgers, Fries, Fish and Chips, Ribs, Seafood, Shakes and any other food items offered in our restaurant. We will expect from our employees; friendly, energetic, creative people, with the desire to develop exceptional culinary skills. Team players, able to work closely with others and dedicated to achieving the utmost freshest quality and perfection in intense flavors and extreme taste. Our employees will demonstrate and fully appreciate the knowledge and importance of food safety and daily personal hygiene. Employees, who will provide customers with the utmost respect, best culinary experience and friendliest atmosphere around. OUR PHILOSOPHY ON FOOD I once read, and truly believe, “let food speak for itself.” Buy it well, prepare it great, present it accordingly and people will want it. Nothing promises pleasure more than the words “Taste Great, Freshly prepared”. There’s nothing like the scent of meat roasting on a BBQ or garlic and onions sizzling together in a frying pan, awakening the senses of down home, country cooking, but served with the taste of sophistication and knowledge. When at all possible we well purchase locally, therefore helping to support other local businesses, both large and small, within our own community. We would, however, like to be able to grow our own herbs, out side the restaurant. We would like to be Eco-friendly, with compost bins as well as worm bins. We would insist on recycling and using recycled products when at all possible. We will strive to bring Country Burger back to the way your family intended. At Roraback’s Country Burger we will not serve fast food, but good food fast. Let’s Eat! THE RORABACK FAMILY HISTORY Scott’s parent’s built the first cabin, which happens to be a log cabin made from the trees from that very same property, on Freestad Road in 1946-47. Since the cabin was built more than 60 years ago the Roraback’s have had a presence on Lake Ki and in the surrounding area. Scott & Lisa Roraback have lived here in that same cabin for the last 18 years and have enjoyed coming to Country Burger many times. They have raised four boys in that cabin and are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to extend a feeling of family to all who walk through the door at Country Burger.
Don't ever forget the awesome person, friend, chef, photographer Scott was and he will always be there; At least I can hope, and pray that he is watching over me.
October 14, 2010
Stairway to Heaven
They say memories are golden,
Well, maybe that is true;
I never wanted memories,
I only wanted you.
A million times I needed you,
A million times I cried;
If love alone could have saved you,
You never would have died.
In life I loved you dearly,
In death I love you still;
In my heart you hold a piece
No one could ever fill.
But now I know you want me
To mourn for you no more,
To remember the happy times
Life still has much in store.
Since you'll never be forgotten
I pledge to you today;
A hallowed place within my heart
Is where you'll always stay.
If tears could build a stairway
And heartache make a lane;
I'd walk the path to heaven
And bring you back again.
Our family chain is broken,
and nothing seems the same;
But as God calls us one by one,
The chain will link again.
Lyrics by Robert Plant & Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin)
What a loving dad. We did it together. Watch over our boys.
September 20, 2010
Lisa Rorabaqck
September 19, 2010
My dearest husband, How do I continue without you by my side. Life is empty and without meaning when you are not here, I miss you terribly, and am so sorry for the time we were not together(physically)before you left this world. I need to feel you and need to know you are in a place that you are at peace and comfortable in your own self. You were such a strong man, an artistic photographer, awesome skiier, skilled craftsman, loving husband, father/grandfather/son, and MY BEST FRIEND&SOUL MATE, I love you so much and can't wait till we are in each others arms again. Watch over & protect all of us.
Ingrid Roraback
September 16, 2010
My Dear & favorite, (smile) Uncle Scott, my friend, my family. What to say when words don't work? There are none for the loss that I feel. Perhaps that's one reason why you were so good at speaking through your pictures. Words often not being enough.
I see our life in those photos today as I think of you. Of growing up together. You not so much thrilled with the little niece always wanting to follow you & your friends. I just wanted to play with you guys! Then all of a sudden we've got young familes together, & my life continued entwined with yours as I married one of your very best friends. (smile) The backpacks are being loaded into the cherokee for a hike, or maybe we're up skiing Paradise. It's still the best view anybody ever showed me. And I've seen a few...
From Rainier all the way to Baker. Clear blue skys & sunshine. White, white mountains.
Working at pc, or kasilof. We're playing still, but with young families, & raising our children together. Halloween parties, friends, dogs, yours being the mother of ours. Still at the lake, still playing, & growing up just a little bit more.
Hanging out with you & 'Auntie' Lisa. Your forever love. My friend. And labor coach!!
Oh my god we must have been getting just a little bit old? (not) lol It still took the cops to 'shut down the band' that one 4th of July by damn. (smile) I will hear you in music, and I will turn it up. I'll always & forever look at all those smiles in all those photos of my mind. And there you'll be. I will miss you Scott.
Love your BFFN, Ingrid
Sherel, June, Fred Bauer
September 9, 2010
We are saddened to hear about Scott's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sherel,June &Fred Bauer
Sherel, June, Fred Bauer
September 9, 2010
We are saddend to hear of Scott's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Lori & Al Kirkeby
August 19, 2010
Lisa, we are so sorry to hear about Scott, such a shock. We have good memories of him. We aren't far away from you if you need someone to talk to or just visit. Lori & Al Kirkeby
Lisa Lindstrom
August 19, 2010
We are shocked and saddened to hear of Scott's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Arne Lindstrom and Lisa Lindstrom
Pamela Casey
August 19, 2010
My heart is heavy with the news of Scott's passing. I am so sorry for you Lisa and your boys. Hopefully he will be fishing with Eddy someday. I will be praying for your strength and peace.
August 19, 2010
We are thinking of the family and send our condolences in the loss of your loved one, Scott.
Sincerely, Bill and Jackie Hoerner
Theresa Williams
August 19, 2010
Lisa, I am so sorry. Scott was such a nice man. He will be missed. You and your family are in my prayers.
Pimentel Family
August 18, 2010
we were sad to hear about Scotts passing. May are thoughts and prayers be with the family.Scott was a very carring man, I am blessed that I had the chance to meet him and his family.May the love and memories be remembered forever in our hearts.
Ken Borch
August 18, 2010
Scott!
I always wanted to find you but not in an obit! Now I just have the memories of our world and times together. Climbing the tallest trees we could find....getting all ages of neighborhood kids together for every conceivable game from croquet to hide&seek....riding in the back of your mom's white,'60 mercury with your dog on the way to Lake Ki for a weekend of swimming,fishing,exploring....your dad working in his shop(nothing he couldn't build or fix)....watching "Where the action is" on TV....BB guns...pea shooters...fireworks...balsa wood airplanes...frogs&toads...tropical fish...stamp collecting....-
Your friend and neighbor over on 91st st. during the mid/late 1960s-
Ken Borch (condolences to all)
David Jones
August 18, 2010
We shared some memorable times that I will never forget. I'm thankful we were able to connect again at PC after our school years, you gave and asked nothing in return, you challenged me to be my best as I challenged you. When we recently reconnected again after many years, nothing had changed, you had the same outlook on life and could still make me laugh.
You will be missed.
Mick Roraback
August 18, 2010
My uncle, my friend. The fondest and happiest memories of all we ever did together throughout your life are flooding through my mind. You lived life extremely. So much of who and what I am today is because of you. Thank you Scott for the kind and generous man you were. Right now the pain is immense for all of us, in time just the precious memories will remain with us for all time. Be at peace now on that beautiful glistening ski slope in heaven. I love you.
Laurie Rettell
August 18, 2010
I am thankful to be able to see Scotts loving heart, his smile and the twinkle in his eyes in the lives thru his sons Justin and Shane. We'll miss you Scott thanks for who you were in my life, Laurie, forever Freind
cheryl pearson
August 18, 2010
Roraback Family, Sometimes there are no words for the feelings that you must feel in your heart's. Sympathy and understanding are with you all. Cheryl Pearson
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