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Gustav Rothacker Obituary
February 23, 1934 - January 1, 2021
Westlake Village, CA - Formerly of Bloomingburg, NY
Gustav "Gus" Erich Rothacker, 86, passed away on Friday, January 1, 2021 from complications of a fall. He was born February 23, 1934 in Ellenville New York, son of Otto and Meta Rothacker. He resided in Westlake Village, California; formerly a resident of Bloomingburg, New York for 75 years.
Beloved husband, father and friend to many known as Gus, he was a graduate of Middletown High School class of 1953. After graduation he served during the Korean war proudly and returned home to Middletown.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Joyce (Weissart) and three daughters: Valerie Sanchez of Texas, Linda Korade of California and Erika Rothacker of Nevada and three grandchildren: Gonzolo Sanchez, Emilie and Jillian Korade.
Gus was the owner of Eastern Tile on North Street which was in business for over 55 years in Downtown Middletown. He always could be found in the store working six days a week. He always had time to say hello, and spend a moment with lifelong Middletown residents, neighbors and friends of many years living in the area.
He touched the lives of people he worked with and became family to many.
He is known for his hard work and dedication to his family, friends and business. An expert in Flooring and Tile industry, he would often find himself offering assistance and guidance to many customers. He was both generous with his time and giving to many. He was an avid car collector.
He donated his tractor trailer to the prison system for others to learn a how to drive. He loved western film genre, and spending time with family and friends. He was deeply loved by his wife, daughters, family and friends who miss his happy personality, his unwavering support and wonderful kindheartedness to others. Gus was an amazing man who brought a smile to your face and always wanted to be thoughtful and helpful, in life to anyone who he met.
A Celebration Of Gus's Life will be coordinated by his family with an online service at Noon on Saturday, February 6, 2021.
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Diana F.
February 5, 2021
I cared for Gus at Atria. He was one of the sweetest men i’ve ever crossed paths with. He would always save me a banana on his kitchen counter for me, because he knew how much i loved bananas. He would always tell me “don’t get old!” He truly touched my heart . I’m sending my condolences to Joyce and the family.
Richard carroll
January 28, 2021
Erich and I went to school together I worked with him doing chores with him on the farm.I also rode him to pick up brewery grain in Newark. I ate with him and his family before chores. He was a good friend.God bless.
Joe DeStefano
January 28, 2021
My condolences and prayers . Remember Gus well from Eastern Tile . Valuable member of our downtown business community . RIP
David Green
January 28, 2021
Always a smile and a kind word. "Gus" was a true gentleman and friend to many. Our prayers and love for his loved ones and his friends. RIP .
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