Alfred H. Root Sr.

Alfred H. Root Sr. obituary, Bay City, MI

Alfred H. Root Sr.

Alfred Root Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Trahan Funeral Chapel & Prearrangement Center on Feb. 27, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Alfred H. Root, Sr., age 92, passed away Sunday, February 23, 2025 at MyMichigan Medical Center in Midland. The son of the late William Sumpter Root, Sr. and Cora Belle (Coon) Root, he was born on December 4, 1932 in Lake Odessa, MI. Alfred graduated from Middleville High School and went on to serve his country with the U.S. Army. He retired from Bradford-White Corp. of Middleville. Alfred lived for some time in Chase, MI and has resided in Alpena for the last several years.
On June 23, 1982 Alfred was united in marriage to Sophia Martha Root and she preceded him in death on February 2, 2013. He is survived by his two sons, Alfred Root, Jr. and Shawn Root; and several nieces and nephews. Alfred was also preceded in death by his siblings, Zada Love (Root), Ada Kintz (Root), William Root, Charles Root, Marie Bennett (Root) and Mae Bennett (Root).
The Funeral Service will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at Trahan Funeral Chapel with Pastor Gib Giblin officiating. Private interment will be at Chase Twp. Cemetery near Reed City. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Charitable contributions may be directed to the wishes of the family. For on-line sentiments, please go to: www.trahanfc.com
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Alfred, please visit our floral store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Alfred's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Alfred Root's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Alfred Root's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?