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Sally Roth Obituary

Sally L. Roth, 82, of Salisbury Township, passed away Saturday, February 19, 2022, in Phoebe Allentown. She was the wife of Edward E. Roth. They were married for 58 years last December. Sally was born in Allentown a daughter of the late Paul B. and Lorraine E. (Baker) Esser. She was a graduate of Allentown High School Class of 1957 and West Chester University Class of 1961. Sally began her teaching career in the Allentown School District at the Sheridan Elementary School. While raising her family, she co-owned and served as a teacher for TYKE Nursery School, Allentown for 36 years before retiring in 2005. She was a member of Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, Emmaus. Sally was a nursery schoolteacher for Camp Olympic for over 25 years.

Survivors: Husband; sons, Christopher Lee and his wife Anne Roth of Bethlehem, Michael Scott Roth of Raleigh, NC, Timothy P. and his wife Jennifer Roth of Center Valley, Douglas E. Roth of Allentown; grandchildren, Matthew, Michelle and her husband Nicholas, Emily, Paul, Thomas and Nicholas; great grandson, Leighton.

Services: A celebration of Sally's life will be held at 1:30 P.M. Thursday, February 24th in the Stephens Funeral Home, Inc. 274 North Krocks Road, Allentown. Call noon – 1:30 P.M. Thursday in the funeral home. www.stephensfuneral.com.

Contributions: AJ Fore Eyes 5001 Lanark Road, Center Valley, PA 18034 or The Pediatric Cancer Foundation of the Lehigh Valley 2132 South 12th Street, Suite 401, Allentown, 18103.

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Published by Morning Call on Feb. 20, 2022.

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Tatum´s

February 15, 2023

Dear Roth Family~
This popped up on my "memories".
A beautiful lady. Full of smiles, love & extreme kindness.
Our daughter is the one pictured in a reunion with Miss Sally.
We reminisce often of her years
@ TYKE Nursery School.
Oh those puppets!!
I think our daughter was close to adulthood when she realized Miss Sally´s part in them !!
Our love & prayers continue for this wonderful woman.
The Tatum Family.

John and Anita Stevens

February 14, 2023

To remember a person like Sally is a blessing. Her welcoming smile and positive personality is everlasting. We always admired her love of teaching and her family!

Cindy Butler Wassum

March 16, 2022

Ed and family. Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. I knew Sally almost my whole life. She was a best friend to my Aunt Rita. Our family always loved her. I remember attending your wedding. Heaven has a new angel who is watching over you. God bless.

The Hahn Boys

February 25, 2022

When God pairs angels it was clear you and our mother were a perfect match. Miss Sally and Miss Helen were not just the educational and spiritual rock of TYKE for decades but you both generously shared a piece of goodness which is carried in all who attended. Continue to smile down from Heaven on Mr. Ed, the Roth Boys and all of us with your infectious grin.

Eileen, Jocelyn and Rene Hahn

February 25, 2022

The grace, humor and élan you taught through example make us all forever your loving and blessed students. #TYKE

Jan McNair

February 25, 2022

Dear Ed and Family, Grayson and I send our sincere condolences to you on Sally's passing. She was a wonderful person, always smiling and always with a kind word whenever we met whether at church or in the community. She and I grew up only a blocks apart, so I have many memories of her at the H-M playground with all her friends there. Her love of teaching and inspiring children were evident, a love which spilled over into her entire life. Your family was abundantly blessed. We will miss her.
Jan McNair

Marty Peta

February 24, 2022

Our world is a sadder place today without Sally in it. Just know that although I was not at the service today, ALL of you have been in my thoughts and my prayers.
My prayer is that Sally has reunited with former loved ones and friends in Heaven. May we honor her by living as lovingly, kindly, generously, and caring as she did while with us. How blessed we were to know and to love her. I send you my love and sympathy now and always.
Marty

Tatum Family

February 24, 2022

Reunion.
Miss Sally & her former student.

Tatum Family

February 24, 2022

Miss Sally
Miss Sally
Miss Helen
These ladies were TYKE Nursery School!
Miss Sally Roth greeted each & every student coming in the door with her bright smile &
"Good morning. I love you"
Our daughter had such a loving start to her education because of the atmosphere created at TYKE.
As a parent I would beg them to expand to elementary grades!
She & Miss Sally had the opportunity to meet a few years ago.
We all had tears in our eyes.
It was a beautiful reunion between teacher & student.
You have new little ones to love, hug & teach in Heaven.
Loving memories from our family.

Dakota Knox

February 23, 2022

Miss Sally was one of the sweetest, funniest people I was lucky enough to have part of my life. I remember at Tyke Nursery School as a kid, she and my Grammy would help me hide my toy trucks I would have, so I could play peacefully by myself with my entire town setup in the corner of the room. Miss sally was there for every life moment I ever had, from my early childhood years to my high school and college graduation, even going out of her way when she couldn´t attend my wedding but still sending a thoughtful, hand written card. To this day I kept that card in my cherished memory box.

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William Haros

February 23, 2022

Mr Roth and Family,

Growing up with Tim and attending numerous Salisbury sporting events. Mrs Roth was always there. Everytime i saw her she had a warm greeting and a smile for me. What a wonderful person, she will be missed by all

Marilyn Pezoldt

February 23, 2022

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sally. She was a really good person with a fine wit. She will be missed by many.

SaraAnn Thomas

February 22, 2022

My two sons were lucky to have Miss Sally as their very first teacher in all their years of schooling. Tyke was a special place because of Miss Sally, a caring, compassionate, gentle woman who guided her charges with love. She will be missed by all whose lives she touched. I offer sincere sympathy to her family and friends.

Margie

February 21, 2022

Sally was thebest of friends. Her kindness to others was her strength. Rest in Peace my friend

Anthony, Jill, Alex and Luke Moncman

February 21, 2022

Dear Ed, Chris, Mike, Tim and Doug;
We are so sorry for the loss of "Aunt" Sally. Her positive outlook on life and her kindness will keep her memory alive for years to come. I cherish the times we spent together growing up and the many fond memories from all our family vacations. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families' during this difficult time, and may the many happy memories help ease your pain.

Georgene and Joe saliba

February 21, 2022

Dear Ed and Family,
We are do very sorry for your loss. She was truly a special lady and a dear friend to my special friend Shirley! She will dearly be missed! May you draw comfort to your wonderful memories!

Marcella & Ron Barnett

February 21, 2022

Dear Ed and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Sally will always be in our hearts and memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
With deepest Sympathy, Love, & Prayers,
Marcie & Ron Barnett

Fran Miranda

February 21, 2022

Dear Roth Family, sending our deepest sympathy to each and everyone as your wife, mother or grandmother. Sally certainly was a very special person. She always brought happiness in so many ways. She was a dear friend to one of my dearest friends always there for her. I truly have been blessed to have had the privilege of knowing her. She now is among many other angels. With our deepest sympathy. Sam & Fran Miranda

Donna Robinson

February 21, 2022

We´re so sorry to hear of this great loss. Miss Sally was always that bright ray of sunshine- even when it was pouring. No matter how bad your day was going, you always walked away from Miss Sally smiling. We were so very lucky to have her teach my Bryanna and Chelsie Dakota while at Tyke. We love you Miss Sally.

Marvin Zeisloft

February 21, 2022

condolence to the entire Roth family,is with a heavy heart I read of Sally passing,the world lost a fabulous Angel that day and Heaven gained another,sally would never pass you by without a hello how are you doing,along with some humor for the day RIP Sally you will be missed but never forgotten,I will always remember your genuine smile

Michael Golden

February 21, 2022

Eddie:
So Very Sorry About Reading Of Sallys Passing

Kathy & Bob Griffiths

February 20, 2022

Dear Ed & Family,
Sending our deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. Sally had a smile that will always be remembered. So glad we shared good times together.

Scott Keefer

February 20, 2022

Dear Roth family, I´m so sorry to hear of aunt Sally´s passing. I just thought of her a few days ago remembering our visits. She was always so positive and fun. I´m sorry I will not be able to attend her Memorial service but russ to short my thoughts and prayers are with you.

The Gratz Family

February 20, 2022

Dear Ed & the family,
We are all so sad and sorry for the loss of Sally. 44 years as a neighbor & friend, we have so many memories ! We all loved her and will miss her so much. She was an angel on Earth and now one in heaven. Prayers & love to all of you.

Gail and Bob Clark

February 20, 2022

Sally was a good friend the 6/7 years we were at Camp Olympic. Have many fond memories of those summers working together. Our condolences to Ed and family.

Kim Szep

February 20, 2022

I went to Tyke nursery school, and I loved Miss Sally. May she rest in peace.

John and Anita Stevens

February 20, 2022

To Ed and family, Sincere condolences, thoughts, and prayers to you and the family. We cannot recall many persons like Sally. She was one of the most dedicated educators. She has influenced and inspired countless numbers of children. She will long remembered by many. Rest in peace.

Violet Zimmerman, Giant RX

February 20, 2022

So saddened to hear of Miss Sally passing. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers

Nancy Hill Carl

February 20, 2022

My sympathies to the family... Sally was a well loved member of our class of '57. She will be missed!

Michelle Trump (Merritt)

February 20, 2022

So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to all you during this difficult time. May God bless you all. She lived a wonderful life and blessed others with her presence.

Eleanor Urban

February 20, 2022

Ed and family,
We are heartbroken over the loss of Miss Sally. She always had a smile on her face and a kind word to say. She ended every conversation with awe I love you. She was a fabulous teacher and a truly beautiful lady. She will be missed by all.

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