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William R. Rothe

1942 - 2026

William R. Rothe obituary, 1942-2026, Hilton Head Island, SC

BORN

1942

DIED

2026

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The Island Funeral Home & Crematory

4 Cardinal Road

Hilton Head, South Carolina

William Rothe Obituary

William R. Rothe

October 15, 1942 - March 26, 2026

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina - William R. Rothe, a resident of Hilton Head Island, SC and nephew of the late Rufus and Cornelia Ashworth of Fuquay-Varina, NC died on March 26, 2026, in SC. Private burial services will be at Wake Chapel Cemetery in Fuquay-Varina with arrangements handled by the Thomas Funeral Home.

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Published by The Herald Sun from Mar. 31 to Apr. 2, 2026.

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Joyce V. Walker

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Thank you Mr. Rothe for the memories.
Thank you for allowing us to come into your personal space to assist with your health care needs.
You ended up giving us advice, fatherly love and support that would last a lifetime.
You would be missed but not forgotten. Rest in Peace Soldier. Your mission is completed. Well done!
Love, Joyce Walker, Caregiver

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