Henry Root Obituary
Henry Milton Root, 61, died December, 5, 2012. Born in Milan, GA. He was a retired Surveyor for the City of Melbourne and a member of First Baptist Church of Melbourne. He was a member of the Specialty Coffee Association of America, a member of The Roaster's Guild and enjoyed mission trips to Brazil.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Martha Root; sisters, Saffa Jo Dowling and Bobbie Maness; and brother, Billy Cravey.
Donations may be made to WCIF Christian Radio, PO Box 366, Melbourne, FL 32902.
Brownlie-Maxwell in Melbourne is serving the family, 321-723-2345. www.brownliemaxwell.com
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Lynne Baker
December 29, 2012
So sorry to hear of your loss, may each day you find a great measure of peace which will comfort your hearts and gently soothe your spirit - to the entire root family especially my dear Ms. Martha.
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James LaRubio
December 12, 2012
May the Lord be the comfort to the family, and may God Bless you all.
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Raul Reveron Ruiz
December 12, 2012
Henry and I worked together for 23 years. Today I have lost an older brother and my best friend. My condolences to Martha and the Root family
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