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Anthony Rother Obituary
Memories and Condolences
for Anthony Rother
Seth Tehan
July 12, 2025
I enjoyed reading everything on Anthony. He seemed like a great man. He was my Grandfathers cousin.
"I would have never made it to the top of the multi-billion dollar Power Plant Generating Company without your support, belief and encouragement"
Michael P. Rother
September 19, 2010
To best honor Dad for signing his Guest Book, I felt it best to capture some of the eulogy I did for Dad from all of us. Here's to you Dad:
Anthony Charles Rother or better known a "Tony" Rother to his friends and fellow workers or Dad to his kids, Grandpa to his Grandkids and Great Grandkids; was our hero in life. In 1943, Dad served his country honorably as a Fireman First Class in the US Coast Guard, stationed on the USS Muskogee and worked in the Boiler Room known as the "Black Gang". During his two active years serving our country, Dad traveled throughout the South and North Pacific.
Born April 11, 1924, a husband of 62 years, Father of (8) eight children, Grandfather to 18 and Great Grandfather to eight, Tony Rother was a devoted family man who cherished his family and dedicated himself to our well being. Dad was always there for us and provided the solid foundation and positive attitude we all depended on and relied on during life's difficult times.
As a young man his hobbies included carpentry work and leather making of which he was very talented at both. As kids, he made all of something from leather holsters to belts to purses and later in life with his wood shop, Dad designed and made various carpentry items for his family, friends and church. However, his true passion and hobby was raising his eight children and being a partner and husband to his wife Catherine and spending time with his close friends.
For all who knew Dad, he was a Man's Man. A hard working and dedicated individual who always put forth his very best in order to achieve his desired goals and ambitions. Through his hard work and committed efforts, Dad did accomplish all his life's goals and dreams. An entrepreneur in his own right, Dad was a born leader and a sincere man of strong Character and sound convictions.
Dad lived his life to its fullest, despite the many hurdles that plagued him since a young boy. From the time he lost his Father at the age of eleven to his diagnosis of Polio in 1951, he never gave up, never complained and always moved forward with vigor and strength of heart.
Dad proved his strength of heart and focused determination when he defied the medical doctors who said he would not walk again when he was paralyzed with Polio in 1951, by telling them he would and he did just that. Later in life he encountered many falls as a polio victim, resulting in several broken ribs, a broken arm and major knee surgery, to name a few, but again, he never gave up and refused to accept defeat when many others would and continued to walk on his own. Later in life he suffered a major stroke that paralyzed him once again from walking. However, even then he always gave the same determination and desire to walk again and believed he could despite the inevitable. Dad confronted the odds his whole life. He is looked upon by all of us as a true soldier of God put on this earth to help guide us through the dark days and to assist us achieve ultimate success in all our chosen endeavors and face life's tough challenges with the same determination.
Dad worked hard and developed himself to be a self-made Rigging Engineer for Nooter Corporation for 46 years. As a Senior Field Engineer, Dad was responsible for designing and executing many critical lifts on many high profile projects, which required his strong confidence and fortitude to achieve success and he always did. Dad had the unique gift for this type work that placed him in a league of his own.
Dad would not relinquish life's challenges, despite the physical setbacks in his life and always accepted his fate and continued to move forward reassuring all of us he was still our rock, our foundation and provided the strength by which we all leaned on for support. As a true fighter for life, Dad refused to accept defeat and would never give up. He taught us to work hard, value or friends, especially our family and to always respect and help one another. Dad was our mentor in life who provided us the needed support, encouragement and reassurance to live our lives with the peace of mind knowing that he would always be there to help guide us through the tough times and moments of despair.
Dad loved his Brother Richard, his Sister Jane and his Daughter Susan, all who have passed and are now with him in heaven. Dad especially loved his devoted wife, companion and partner, all his kids, Son-in-Laws and Daughter-in-Laws, Grandkids and Great Grandkids, Nephews and Nieces and his close friends. They were all an important and essential part of his life.
As we honor Dad in his Guest Book, he would simply say thank you and say he was blessed to have lived a full, happy and prosperous life, despite his hardships and is now at peace. If Dad could talk to us one more time, he would say "Understand in your hearts that I've gone to a better place and as long as I have the continued love of each of you, I will live my new life in the hearts and minds of all of you forever".
To a great man and Father,
Your loving son Michael, Nancy, Collette, Eric and Lisa, Connor, Aidan and Rachael.
Patty & Grandpa
Patricia Lord
September 14, 2010
Lots of time in life you never get the opportunity to say your goodbyes. This time I did. That is something I will never forget but will cherish forever. Although Grandpa is not here in sight, he will remain in my heart forever. Also in the heart of my children (his great-grandchildren) whom he had the pleasure of knowing.
I love you grandpa and you will be greatly missed. I know my mom is up there with you and I am glad you have each other.
Your granddaughter,
Isabelle and Taylor with Great Grandparents
Isabelle Lord, Age 7
September 14, 2010
I love you very very very much great-grandpa. You are a wonderdful nice great-grandpa.
Taylor Lord, Age 8
September 14, 2010
I love you great grandpa. We miss you a lot!
Cathy Rother Serati
September 13, 2010
I Love You All The Numbers, Dad!
Tony Hayes
August 26, 2010
Grandpa, you are a true inspiration to all of us. You persevered through so many obstacles, and you lived a truly honorable life. You taught me so many lessons about life, rarely with your words, but always with your actions. I love you so much, and it is an honor to carry on your namesake.
Dave
August 26, 2010
Grandpa I miss playing bingo with you and your stories you told me. Miss you very much.
Love Dave Rother
Michael Serati
August 26, 2010
Grandpa, it has been one year exactly and everything has changed since you have left us. Thanksgiving will never be the same, or Christmas, or Easter, etc. I just wanted to let you know that we all miss you and wish you were here.
Love,
Michael Serati
Susan Jane Rother
August 25, 2010
Memorial Day 2010 in front of Dad's gravesite
Cathy Rother Serati
August 23, 2010
Susan Jane Rother
August 23, 2010
Dad in his Coast Guard uniform
August 23, 2010
Dad in his Nooter hard hat
August 23, 2010
Krista Rother
August 22, 2010
Grandpa, I miss you a lot. Things just arent the same without you here. I miss your stories and when you laughed the whole room lit up. The whole family misses you and you will forever be in our memories. I love you so much grandpa.
Richard Rother
August 22, 2010
Grandpa, i love you and miss you
Joseph Hayes
August 22, 2010
Grandpa, I am wearing the watch you gave me right now and it matches my Priory ring. I have missed you but I'm glad I got the chance to say goodbye and tell you that I loved you. I always had a good time when I played chess with you even though you were better than me. I am proud to have had a Grandpa in the military. You were always so nice to me and everyone around you. I love you Grandpa.
Cathy Rother Serati
August 19, 2010
A tribute to my Dad: Who is that man with the gentle face, who in his youth kept a hectic pace, to provide for his family all that he could, who is that man so giving and good? Who is that man with the ready smile, who always took time to sit for awhile? He was there when his family needed him there, who is that man with the gray in his hair? Who is that man who encouraged us all, and helped us up when we took a fall, spending a lifetime extending his hand, who is that kind, compassionate man? Who is that man who we all adore, the man who these words of devotion are for? I'll tell with all of the love that I can, 'My Dad' is that truly exceptional man! Author: Unknown
Cathy Rothe rSerati
August 19, 2010
We knew little that morning that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone; for part of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide; and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same; but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again. Author: Ron Tranmer
St. Michael Church, Shrewsbury, Missouri (Dads' drawing)
Cathy Serati
August 19, 2010
Rother children circa 1977
Cathy Serati
August 19, 2010
Rother children @2003
Cathy Serati
August 19, 2010
Susan
August 18, 2010
i wish you were still here to celebrate all of the crazy holidays and just enjoy watching, and talking to us about your stories. and just watch the cousins be crazy while we play some silly game. or fall asleep on the couch after a big meal. i would love to hear more stories, but you are not here to share with us.
August 6, 2010
It will be a year this month when I lost my beloved husband, Tony. We would have been married sixty-two years. Our marriage was blessed with eight wonderful children, three girls and five boys. At the age of twenty-seven, while I was expecting my third child, Tony was stricken with polio. Those were difficult times for us. With the help of Nooter Corp., Tony was sent to school and given an opportunity to work in the drafting room. Our family will never forget Nooter's kindness. Despite his physical condition, Tony advanced himself in the company and became a Field Construction Engineer. Our family and friends all admired his courage and determination.
We are also blessed with wonderful grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
All my love,
'Cat', your loving wife
July 18, 2010
July 18, 2010
Cathy Serati
July 17, 2010
I light a candle in memory of my Dad! I love you all the numbers!
My senior Father/Daughter Dance 1981
Cathy Rother Serati
July 17, 2010
October 4, 1947
December 30, 2009
December 23, 2009
Steve,
May your father's memory be eternal. God bless you and your family.
Nick
December 23, 2009
Steve,
May good memories ease your sense of loss.
Margaret
December 23, 2009
Steve,
I lost my dad two weeks ago and have a grasp of what you're going through. Your strength will get you through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
God bless, Jim
December 23, 2009
Steve,
We were so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. It's never easy. We're having a Mass offered for him on Friday, August 28th at 10:15 AM. Be assured of our prayers.
With deepest sympathy, Irene and Mike
December 23, 2009
Steve,
I was very sorry to hear of your loss, Take care, and may the Lord bless you and keep you and your family.
Best wishes, Tom
December 23, 2009
Dear Steve,
It is with both sadness and relief that I learned of your father's death. He has been freed from pain and that is a true blessing. No matter the circumstances, it is so hard to lose a parent and you have my deepest sympathy.
Lovingly, Alice
December 23, 2009
Dear Steve,
Please know you are in my thoughts as you move forward during this difficult time. I never met your father but I think your honesty, kindness, integrity and just great guy you are are qualities you gained from him. You and your family are in our hearts.
Larry
December 23, 2009
Dear Steve,
So sorry about your dad's passing. May you always keep alive happy family memories together and be comforted knowing we care.
Pat and Antoinette
December 23, 2009
Dear Steve,
We were saddened to hear of your father's death. Please know that our prayers, thoughts and love are with you and your family. May God guide and support you all during this difficult time.
Love, Pat and Steve
December 23, 2009
Dear Steve,
We are so very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. May God's love and presence in your heart ease your pain during this difficult time.
John and Kristen
December 23, 2009
Dear Steve,
With deepest sympathy from your friends at the Brookhaven Field Office.
December 23, 2009
Dear Steve,
I was so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. It is so very difficult to loose a parent. I never really understood the full impact until I recently lost my mother. God's grace is always present and He truly blesses us with His abiding love during sorrowful times. God bless you. Vonnie
October 3, 2009
Our thoughts of Tony Rother:
Approximately five years ago I met a man that I shall never forget. Even with a severe medical problem-handicap, he was able to accomplish so very much with his life as a husband and a father of eight. He also had a very successful career in the business world.
I knew he was an inspiration to many and I was extremely blessed to have had the opportunity to know this fine man.
Ben and Dorothy Essex
October 2, 2009
Dear Catherine,
The following is what you wanted for the Internet. Tony Rother was a gentleman, father, husband, grandfather and grgrandfather. He was well liked by everyone he met in his life. He was honest, hardworking, kind and was given many talents and a wonderful personality. Always liked and a wonderful caring individual. His friendship of many years, dating back to our grade school years, means a great deal to me. He truly will be missed by one and all. He was a "first class man". I would nominate him "The Man of the Year" award for all his wonderful attributes and love to many. We are blessed to have had a person like him to be in our lives.
God bless him always and receive his rewards in Heaven and Peace.
Mary Claire (Manning) Petersen
October 2, 2009
Hi Aunt Catherine,
I thought the whole day of church services, military custom, repas and family get together was a real tribute to Uncle Tony. He would be proud and happy.
Love 'ya,
Lyn
October 2, 2009
Dear Cathy,
I was so sorry to hear that Tony passed away. He was a wonderful person, and although I didn't know him long, he became a very good friend. Despite his problems, he was always cheerful and happy to be with us. I will remember those times with him and cherish them. My thoughts are with you, Cathy. God be with you.
Audrey Fribis
October 1, 2009
Poem from Rose Bach's prayer card:
For Those I Love
For those who love me...
When I am gone release me, let me go..I have so many things to see and do. You must not tie yourself to me with tears. Be happy that we had so many years. I gave you my love, you can only guess how much you gave me in happiness. I thank you for the love you have shown,. But-now it's time I traveled on alone. So grieve a while for me, if grieve you must. Then let your grief be comforted by trust. It's only for a while that we must part. So bless the memories that lie within your heart. I won't be far away, for life goes on. So if you need me, call and I will come. Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near. And if you listen with your heart, you'll hear all of my love around you soft and clear. And then when you must come this way alone...I'll greet you with a smile and "Welcome Home".
October 1, 2009
Please know our prayers are with you and a candle will be lit for Tony this Sunday as one is always lit for George.
Madelyn Tehan
October 1, 2009
A donation has been made to the Missouri Veterans Home Committee to honor the memory of our wonderful neighbor, Tony Rother.
The Meadows at Concord Homeowners Assoc.
October 1, 2009
Our church family prayed for you and the family this morning. We will always remember Uncle Tony's joyful spirit and happy smile. We'll miss him too.
Sandy and Ed
October 1, 2009
Rother family,
A road we will all travel in due time to be with our God. Heaven is a reward Tony richly deserved. Tony is in his life with his God. Tony never complained and was always pleasant, kind, sympathetic and loving in his cherished friendship. I am deeply sorry for Tony's passing. He will be missed. We know he is enjoying his reward in Heaven for being a special peerson in our lives.
Mary Claire
September 25, 2009
Mrs. Rother and family,
I have been thinking of you and the family. Sorry I wasn't able to attend the visitation. Hope you are well.
With love,
Gabrielle Mack
September 24, 2009
Dear Cathy, I still remember our trip to Branson. He loved to drive us around. We had such a good time. He was always in a good mood.. We'll miss hi9m at our party at Xmas. Love Ray and Pat
Miles, Gina, Allie and Mikey Faust
September 24, 2009
Cathy -
Your Dad was so lucky to have you!! May your memories of him make you smile and help you through this hard time! We love you and can't wait to spend some time with you!
Bart and Karyl Howard
September 24, 2009
Dear Cathy, Steve, Mary and Michael
We were very sorry to hear of the death of your father, father-in-law and grandfather. We'll be sending extra good thoughts your way and hope that you'll be able to remember all of the good times that you had with him!
The SCL Youth Ministry
September 24, 2009
Dear Serati Family
I just wanted to send you a note about how sorry I am for your loss. I'm sure he was an incredible person because of how great your family is. Be assured of my continued prayers for you all during such a difficult time. Please let me know if you need anything.
Scott and Debbi Warner
September 24, 2009
Cathy
I was so sorry to hear about your Dad. I hope you take comfort in knowing how good you were to him and how much comfort that gave him. May the love of your family help you at this time. If you would like to go to lunch sometime, call me. We can talk all about our precious Dads.
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless and comfort you at this time and always.
Bob and Bibi Franceschelli
September 24, 2009
Cathy, Steve and Kids
We are thinking of you at this difficult time. Having gone through this ourselves we know how painful it is to lose a parent. We have experienced the depths but also the peace that God brings with time. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
"Therefore, we are always confident and know that as long as we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord....we live by faith....and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord." Z Cor., 5:6-8
John, Sue and Kimmy Klipsch
September 24, 2009
Cathy
So sorry to hear about your Dad. Always remember the pain of his death lessons with time and his love continues to grow.
Ursula Zielinski
September 24, 2009
Cathy
You have such a sweet family - I know your father had to be proud of all of you. Please accept our sympathy and prayers for your family.
Ray and Bev Spindler
September 24, 2009
Cathy
We were so sorry to hear about your Dad. We know God will give you his help to get through this difficult time.
God bless!
Jim and Gina Haffner
September 24, 2009
Cathy
I am very sorry to hear about your Father. By the time I heard he had already been laid to rest. I hope you know that the Haffner's are truly sorry. If you ever need someone to talk to or GO HAVE A BEER, please keep me in mind.
Jeannie Overy
September 24, 2009
Cathy
Sorry to hear about your father. Keep faith in knowing he is in a better place with very good company!
Pete and Jean Minton
September 24, 2009
Dear Cathy, Steve, Mary and Michael
Again, we are very sorry for your family's loss. So many of our friends are losing their parents. It's where we all are in life, which doesn't make it any easier. It's physically and emotionally draining on the entire family. It sounds like your father suffered the last several years. We know he's at peace now in a far better place. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Joann Radill
September 24, 2009
Cathy (Serati)
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. He seems like a great guy that lived his life to the fullest. Hang on to all your fond memories. They will be with you forever.
Frank and Bonnie Pellegrini
September 24, 2009
Dear Cathy Serati
We were so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing and know you will all miss him so much. We'll keep your whole family in our prayers.
Vince and Carol Hilderbrand
September 24, 2009
Dear Cathy and Steve
Cathy, we are both very sorry to hear about your Dad's passing away.
Please accept our condolences and extend them to the rest of your family.
September 24, 2009
Dear Cathy and Steve
We, the people of St. Catherine Laboure, want to promise our prayers, the sympathy of hearts and the fellowship of our common journey, united as we are with all of the communion of saints - past and present, and yet to come.
Please accept our sympathy on the death of your father/father-in-law, Anthony.
The People of St. Catherine Laboure
September 19, 2009
Catherine,
Not only was Tony a great customer, he was always caring and willing to share his wisdom. I appreciate the many referrals you and Tony gave me. I always considered Tony a good friend, and looked forward to seeing both of you. With deepest sympathy and love,
Norm Jorcke (N&N Service)
September 17, 2009
Dear Catherine,
Thank you for the write-up on Tony by Michael. It's lovely. Several years ago Tony, you, Catherine, Jack, Susan and their children came to Ridgway for the annual "Popcorn Day Festival". All came to my house for lunch. I was so pleased to have some family besides my mom, dad, sister and family to eat at my house. I wanted it to happen every year. It didn't. The Sunday Aunt Mae, Mary and Tony brought you, Catherine, to meet us, you were so young, cute and quiet. Mom cooked dinner, and we ate at home. Sometimes when they visited, we picnicked at the City Park. Really good times. There are other memories, some sad, some happy. I don't like to look back. I live today. I wish Tony had been my brother. In my eyes he was 99% perfect. I love you "Cat". Take care of yourself. Keep in touch. You are always in my prayers. Hope I'm in yours.
Love, Pauline (Rother) Drone
Kathy Martini Saier
September 12, 2009
Dear Aunt Catherine,
Please accept our deepest sympathy with the passing of Uncle Tony.
Tony was truly an amazing person. He seemed always to see the best in life in spite of the many difficulties he encountered throughout his own life. Fulton and I admired him for his extremely positive attitude and great determination. There seemed no hurdle that he could not overcome.
On one of his trips west, Tony visited our young family in Portland. Fulton and I will always remember his visit. We so enjoyed his warm smile as he told stories and related to the many hurdles in life that confronted him. He had so much knowledge and information to convey complete with lessons for us younger family members to learn. We cherished his friendship and will miss him very much.
Tony crafted for us a set of beautiful Christmas reindeer that adorn our dining table during our Holiday Seasons in Portland. These reindeer will always remind us of our Uncle Tony.
We now picture Uncle Tony in heaven playing cards with my dad, Bill Martini, and their other many friends and relatives.
Love,
Fulton and Kathy Saier
September 12, 2009
I guess Tony and John are visiting now. Take care Cathy.
Love, Chris (Vogel) Soke
September 12, 2009
Cathy
Anthony and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
The St. Simon Madonna Guild
September 11, 2009
Tony
So many wonderful memories of you. You will be missed. I will specially miss the 'hugs'.
Pat Lombardo
Shrewsbury group
September 10, 2009
Dear Catherine,
I was very saddened by the news of Tony's passing. I was so sorry that I could not make it to the visitation to offer my condolences in person but was glad that Bill (Ashley) could be there for both of us. I know the heartache and pain you are feeling right now. I also know that you will get thru this dark time in your life. The clouds will disappear and the sunshine will return because you have all the wonderful memories of your life with Tony to make you smile--that's the way Tony would want it.
In the years that Nick worked with Tony at Nooter, he thought so much of him, not only as a boss but as a friend. He looked up to Tony as a role model and often asked for his opinion and his guidance. I'm sure the two of them are together in Heaven talking "shop". Tony was such a warm and caring person. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him, especially you. May God wrap you in his loving arms, that your broken heart and help you to celebrate Tony's life--a life well lived.
You and your family will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
Fondly, Vickie Boren & Bill Ashley
September 9, 2009
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Todd, Heather, Luke and Josh Saier
September 9, 2009
I'm sorry I didn't get to the visitation on Tuesday, Cathy, but the Mass was beautiful. How blessed you are to have family and friends around you at this difficult time. Tony must have been one courageous soul and now he's free to sing and dance and love. You'll all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Carol Schneiderhahn
(neighbor)
September 9, 2009
Grandma,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Grandpa will be truly missed.
Love, Kelly
September 9, 2009
Dear Cathy,
I'm so sorry for your loss of Tony. Please know you're in my prayers at this time.
Much love, Betty Guess
(card group)
September 9, 2009
Dear Mrs. Rother,
I was so very sorry to read that Mr. Rother had died. I'm sure these are difficult days for you but please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Take very good care.
Love, Catherine Mack
September 9, 2009
Dear Cathy,
My prayers are with you and your family. Tony has ended his suffering and is in a peaceful world now. My God bless all of you. The card group has sent a memorial gift to the Veterans Home.
Love, Delores
September 9, 2009
Dear Grandma,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so grateful that I was able to say goodbye to Grandpa. Though I wish I could have been closer and seen him more often, he was still an indelible part of my life. I loved him and I love you.
Your granddaughter, Erin..NY
September 9, 2009
Dear Mrs. Rother, I was saddened to hear that Mr. Rother passed on last week. Mary (Mack) called to notify me and I was shocked to hear it. My condolences to you, Rich and the family. Many of my acquaintences here in Chicago, you might be surprised to learn, are familiar with Mr. Rother through my stories of the "old neighborhood". I don't actually run into many people from St. Louis up here, so whenever someone asks what it was like growing up in St. Louis during the 1979's, I explain that Suffolk had a good number of hardworking WWII veterans, including a sailor with a Navy tattoo on his huge arms! (Chicago has a naval base of its own, so sailors are a familiar site downtown).
Sincerely, Paul Mack
Lee LaBrash
September 5, 2009
Thank you Great Uncle Tony for being such a great uncle! You always had a kind word and encouragement for me and made me feel special! You were a joy to have in my life and I wish we had more time on this side of life to spend. Make sure to save some room on your dance card for me! I know your legs no longer hurt and all the pain is gone! Those of us left behind miss you! But I know you are enjoying your family reunion on the other side! You are a true gem!
Love, Lee, your great niece in Hawaii xoxoxoxoxoxo And Aunt Cathy, I hope you will let me have a dance with him when we are all on that side! :D xoxoxoxoxoxo I love you!!!!!
Delores Peterson
September 5, 2009
Dear Cathy.
Tony was a wonderful friend and I will always have fond memories. I can still see Tony walking around the Meadows each morning on his crutches. He was determinted to keep going. You both were there for me after Paul's passing. We can reminisce about our card games and Christmas parties. You have a wonderful family and lots of friends. I know Tony would want you to live life to the fullest.
May God Bless You.
Dee
Delores Peterson
September 5, 2009
Dear Cathy.
I will always have fond memories of Tony. I can still see him walking around the Meadows on his crutches early in the morning He was determined not to give up. Remember the Christmas parties and the block party when we had to move into your basement.That is how our friendship began. You have a wonderful family and lots of friends and I know they want you to live life to the fullest.
God Bless you.
Dee
September 3, 2009
September 2009
Dear Aunt Catherine,
Uncle Tony was one of the men I admired the most. I share your loss and hope you have the strength to enjoy your family.
Bill and Chris Behrens, nephew
Sugarland, Texas
September 3, 2009
2 September 2009
Tony was a great friend. He set a fine example for all of us. We had such wonderful times. We were honored to have you and Tony as friends.
Love,
Peggy------Shrewsbury
September 3, 2009
3 September 2009
We considered Tony a good friend and terrific family man. We never heard him complain about anything. It was a privilege to know him.
Ray & Rita Fogerty--Shrewsbury
September 3, 2009
I think of Tony. When we moved into St. Joseph Apts, Tony came in and measured walls for 2 shelves. I still have them and can remember Tony affixing them to the cabinets. Also remember him looking at wooden shelves at Arts and Crafts fairs. Also, all the beautiful sketches he made of my favorite church, St. Michaels. Lloyd and I loved being with Tony and all the others when we got together and took trips. Hope you, Tony, and Lloyd can have a good time together. I love you and will miss you, but we still have Cathy and she will talk about you.
Mary Lamm Roth----Shrewsbury
September 3, 2009
The Rothers,
I've known your family for a long time and enjoyed it all. I remember one time when Ralph and I were in Florida and Tony and Cathy spent a few with us.I always think of the four of us driving somewhere in a terrible rain storm. Tony was driving and Ralph was in the front seat. Cathy and I were in the back. I said to her "I'm glad I'm not driving. I can't see". Tony said "I can't see either, Marian". We all laughed.
Marian Shillato-----Shrewsbury
September 3, 2009
2 September 2009
Dear Catherine,
I cannot express my love and affection for such a wonderful man that God created to be among us. You and your family were blessed to be given him for sixty-one years and ten months. We are friends to be privileged by his friendship of seventy-five plus years. He was great, loving, caring and we enjoyed yours and his friendship. We too were blessed by God for bringing him into so many lives. We will cherish his memory forever. God bless you and your family.
Mary Claire, Holy Family class-mate.
September 2, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of Uncle Tony's passing. We know how hard it is to live each day without someone you have loved very much for so long. Now is the time to remember all the good times and be glad that Uncle Tony is at peace and free from all his physical limitations. We will always admire him for his courage and postitve attitude throughout his life
Tim and Patty Howard.
September 1, 2009
Dear Mrs. Rother, 8/31/09
I was saddened to hear that Mr. Rother passed on last week. Mary (Mack) called to notify me and I was shocked to hear it. My condolences to you, Rich and the family. Many of my acquaintences here in Chicago, you might be surprised to learn, are familiar with Mr. Rother through my stories of the "old neighborhood". I don't actu ally run into many people from St. Louis up here, so whenever someone asks what it was like growing up in St. Louis during the 1970's, I explain that Suffolk had a good number of hardworking WWII veterans, including a sailor with a Navy tattoo on his huge arms! (Chicago has a naval base of its own, so sailors are a familiar site downtown).
Sincerely, Paul Mack
Sandra McKiernan
August 30, 2009
Dear Aunt Catherine, I will miss Uncle Tony very much, but I know that some day I'll see him again. It was so wonderful seeing him the last two years at the Veteran's Home. He was so proud to show us around and introduce us to his friends. He made everyone feel so good because he was always laughing and upbeat. At Christmastime we display the wooden reindeer set he made us. And we have note cards he made with his pencil drawings. He was very talented. One childhood memory was a vacation, probably in 1955, when we all had a barbeque in Grandma's backyard and Uncle Tony barbequed ribs for us. They were delicious. I believe I have a picture of him in an apron. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Aunt Catherine. I know this is a hard time for you, but I also know that you will make it because you have known the love of your man and you know the love of your God. Blessings to you, Sandy McKiernan
Ed McKiernan
August 30, 2009
Dear Aunt Catherine,
I'm so sorry for your loss, I know Uncle Tony is in Heaven with Sue. I to will miss Uncle Tony, he always had a positive attitude and was always kidding and smiling. What I will miss most is his HUGS and his endless love for family. God gave us Uncle Tony for a while and then took him home. We will miss him. Love you Ed
Mike/Demi Massie
August 29, 2009
Dear Aunt Catherine,
We just wanted to tell you that we have a few very treasured items that Uncle Tony made and gave us. A small shelf with pegs in our kitchen which we use everyday, wooden tool boxes that he made for our boys, reindeers family, and tulips wall hangings. They are so well-made and beautiful that we cherish very much. They always remind us of Uncle Tony and you. We didn't get to see you too very often but yours and Uncle Tony's smiling faces are deeply etched in our mind. We send all our love to you and your family.
August 29, 2009
Dear Catherine and family I know the sorrow you feel . Uncle Tony was always upbeat and positive,I admired that in him. He reminded me of my mother in his sense of humor . He knew what was important in life-family,love,courage,and to be happy. He will be thought of often. love mary
Linda Shaw
August 28, 2009
I remember that Uncle Tony was always happy and upbeat, no matter what was happening to him.
The one thing that has stayed with me since I was very young, was the summer my family and I were back in Missouri and at Aunt Catherine and Uncle Tony's house. We were getting ready to have a bar-b-que when Uncle Tony announced that he refused to listen to the doctors and have to use crutches for the rest of his life. He threw the crutches aside and walked out to the bar-b-que unaided. To me, he has always been a strong and determined man. Someone you could look up to.
I am so glad that we were able to visit when we were there a couple of years ago. I miss being with family and will miss Uncle Tony forever.
Philip Drone
August 28, 2009
Dear Catherine and Family,
I am very sorry to hear about the lose of Tony. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Tom Tehan
August 26, 2009
I was sorry to hear about Tony .I am sure that he is looking down with favor on all those loved ones that he misses. We will keep Tony and his family in our prayers. May God bless Cathy and his family.
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