Penwell Turner Funeral Home - Shelby, Ohio

John Michael Roth

John Michael Roth, age 58, of Shelby, died Sunday, May 23, 2021 at OhioHealth Marion General Hospital.

John was born April 10, 1963 in Shelby to James Alan and Constance Jean (Oates) Roth. He was a 1981 graduate of Shelby High School and Pioneer Joint Vocational School. John had worked for John’s Auto Parts for several years prior to spending the majority of his career in various departments for the City of Shelby, retiring in 2016 from the Line Department. He also was a volunteer firefighter for the Shelby Fire Department.

John loved anything outside and was known for his meticulously cared for lawn. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, and baseball and also liked traveling.

John is survived by his wife, Dr. Theresa Ann (Driscoll) Roth, whom he wed on September 14, 1985; his mother: Connie Roth of Shelby; brother and sister: Jerry (Lynnette) Roth of Shelby and Jodi Korbas (Christina Downs) of Columbus; his mother-in-law: Barbara Driscoll of Shelby; in-laws: Patricia Sponseller of Seattle, WA, Beth Driscoll of Shelby, and Commander Jim Driscoll (fiancé, Edy) of Poquoson, VA; 12 nieces and nephews: Nikki (Curt) Keller, Ali (Doug) Weltmer, Ashleigh Roth, Rachael (Jake) Alfrey, Konnor Korbas, Kody Korbas, Lesley Mayorga, Hannah (Jas) Burks, Denver Burks, Lauren Driscoll, Anna Driscoll, and James Driscoll; an aunt: Judy (Rich) Messner; and numerous other relatives and friends. His father, James Alan Roth, and father-in-law, James Driscoll, preceded him in death.

Family and friends are welcome to attend a life celebration gathering on Thursday, May 27, 2021 from 4-7 pm at the Shelby Crossing Golf Course and Event Center pavilion, 3885 Laser Road, Shelby. Please come in casual dress. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Harmony House, 124 W 3rd Street, Mansfield, Ohio 44902 or to the Shelby Foundation, 142 North Gamble Street, Shelby, Ohio 44875 specifically for the Shelby Y Endowment Fund.

Care for John and his family is being provided by the Penwell Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby. Appropriate ways to express sympathy for those unable to attend may be done by leaving an online condolence on John’s obituary at www.PenwellTurner.com or by leaving a comment on his post on the funeral home’s Facebook page, Facebook.com/PenwellFuneral.

Memories & Condolence

  1. Joan says:

    Theresa, I am so very sorry!! I love you girl & am upholding your family in prayer to our God who heals.

  2. Vicki Lash says:

    I’m so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

  3. Terry Gates says:

    Theresa, so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.

  4. Ron and Linda (McNew) Nelson says:

    To the Roth Family,
    What a shock reading about John. We shall remember all the fun times in Arizona.
    Please accept our sympathies and prayers for the passing of John.
    The Ron Nelson Family

  5. Nancy & Todd Baird says:

    Thinking of you Theresa and sending prayers.

    Hugs, Todd & Nancy Baird

  6. Jean Isaacs says:

    Theresa, l am so sorry to hear this. Hugs and prayers!

  7. Andy & Heather Waldruff says:

    Theresa, We are so very sorry for your loss. Love and Prayers to you!

  8. Linnea Gold-Gayheart says:

    I am so sorry to hear of John’s passing. My thoughts are with you tonight my old friend!

  9. Susan (Hogue) Keiser says:

    My sympathy to John’s family. My thoughts and prayers surround all you.
    Class of ’81

  10. John Hicks says:

    Theresa, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. I’ve been there so I do know what you’re going through. I will be lifting you and your family in prayer.

  11. Linda McNeill Wilson says:

    Theresa, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Holding you in thought and heart.

  12. Cathy Wiehe says:

    Oh Theresa. I am so sorry. Sending you all love.
    Cathy

  13. Dawn R Berkshire says:

    Dearest Theresa, I wish I was there to hug you. We could cry together. You are in my thoughts and prayers babe!

  14. Sally Messenger says:

    Teresa , Jim and I were so saddened to hear of John’s passing . Our deepest condolences and prayers to you and the family . God Bless

  15. Deb Curren says:

    Theresa,Connie,Jerry,Jodi and families, I am so saddened and shocked by this news. I pray for your strength in the upcoming days Cling to your memories

  16. Deb and Tess Love says:

    Dear Theresa ,Connie and family…We are so sorry for your loss …you are in our thoughts and prayers

  17. Darlene says:

    Many thoughts and prayers for you and your family,Theresa. May God give you strength! Love to all!

  18. Jeff & Laura Burrer says:

    Theresa, so very sorry for your loss. We are praying for you in this difficult time. Hugs to you too.

  19. Valorie Toth says:

    Theresa, so very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for you and your family.

  20. Brent Mansfield says:

    Theresa, Very sorry for your loss! You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

  21. Kathy Milliron says:

    OMG Theresa, I am so sorry for your loss! I will keep you and your family in my prayers! Hugs!

  22. Andy & Linda Durkin says:

    Theresa and the entire Roth family.
    We are so sorry for your loss.
    We will keep you in our prayers.
    Andy & Linda

  23. Lori Watson says:

    Theresa, so very sorry for your loss.
    Love and hugs to you and all your family.
    Lori

  24. Michelle Arnold says:

    Thought and prayers to all of John’s family and friends. God bless you all.
    Class of ’81

  25. Ed and Jean Russell says:

    We are very sorry to learn of John’s passing. Our condolences to all of you and may he rest in peace.

  26. Vickie Rose says:

    Theresa, I am so sorry to hear about John. Many thoughts and prayers.

  27. Connie Bloom says:

    Theresa, I worked with John at the City. He will be missed. Keeping you in our prayers. John and Connie Bloom

  28. Brenda Montgomery says:

    My heartfelt sympathy to the Roth family and all who grieve at John’s passing. May God comfort you.

  29. Tracy Kokiko says:

    Oh, Theresa, so sorry for your loss! Please know that you and family are in my thoughts and prayers. Heartfelt condolences and hugs!!!

  30. Crystal Scott says:

    Theresa, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace for the entire family.

  31. Bob Conard says:

    Theresa and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Our deepest condolences. Bob Conard and family.

  32. Shelley Canright says:

    Theresa, as you remember and honor John, wishing you peace in your soul. Hope in your heart. And strength in the days ahead.

  33. Randy and Kelly Sampsel says:

    So very sorry to hear of the passing of John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Theresa and Jerry and your entire families.

  34. Laura Corbett says:

    Theresa,
    Please accept my sincere sympathy at this difficult time. Prayers for the entire family.
    Laura Corbett

  35. Becky Coe says:

    Theresa I’m so sorry. Will be lifting you up in my prayers. Always here for you dear friend.

  36. Debra Ritchie says:

    Theresa, I am so sorry to hear about John . My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family.
    Deb Ritchie

  37. Rebecca Ling says:

    Theresa,
    Sending you condolences on your loss and wishing you comfort during this time.

    Lots of love,
    Rebecca Ling

  38. Marilyn & Gene Hopkins says:

    Theresa, Thinking of you now and in the days ahead, and sending our sympathy.

  39. Coleen Mast says:

    Theresa and family, my deepest condolences for your loss. You are in my thoughts and in my prayers.

  40. Noelle Powell says:

    Theresa, I am so sorry for your recent loss. Prayers and thoughts are being sent to you and your families during this for comfort. Sincerely, Noelle and Randy Powell

  41. Andrea Clark says:

    So very sorry to hear this news. We had many childhood memories as neighbor kids playing tag, football, basketball, croquet and more! “John John” was always a great person from his early years on. My deepest sympathies and prayers for the whole family. I hope you find peace in your wonderful memories.
    Andrea Clark

  42. Sharon Bauman says:

    Theresa, so sorry to hear of John’s passing. Hugs & prayers for your entire family.

  43. Bill and Sharon Houseworth says:

    Theresa so sorry to read of John’s passing.May God bring you peace and comfort you in his arms.Prayers for the entire family

  44. Jodi Paterson says:

    Theresa, very sorry to learn of John’s passing. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

  45. Jodi Paterson says:

    Jerry, Jodi, and families,

    So very sorry to hear of John’s passing. My thoughts and prayers to all of you.

  46. Toni Yarger DePetro says:

    So sorry to hear of John’s passing. Wishing peace and comfort for you in this time of sadness.

  47. Becky Banks says:

    Theresa, I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God be with you and give you peace.

  48. Beatrice Cress says:

    Theresa and family prayers for you in this time of loss

  49. Jim Napier says:

    So very sorry to hear of your loss. May God comfort you during this difficult time.

  50. Bill & Janet Kehres says:

    Our thoughts and prayers go to your family. You have our sympathy and prayers for your whole family. Cling to the wonderful memories during this difficult time.

  51. elaine siewert says:

    Teresa I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for the entire family.

  52. Al Bartosiak says:

    Dear Thereas and Roth Family, So sorry to hear about John. I really enjoyed working with him and especially playing in golf outings. He will definitely be missed. Our hearts go out to you. You’re in our thoughts and prayers.
    Al, Amy & Abbey Bartosiak

  53. Adriana Jane Beeching R.N. says:

    So very sorry to read of this. Prayers for comfort. for all of you Jane

  54. Jim Alexander says:

    What a surprise! I have so many great memories of us working at the parts store. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

  55. Marlana Rose says:

    Theresa I am so sorry to hear this. Praying for peace for you and your family in this difficult time

  56. Patti (Precht) Lauderbaugh says:

    Theresa & Family,
    I’m so sorry to hear this Theresa. Praying for comfort and peace for you and your family.

  57. Marcie Hunnell says:

    I am so sorry for your loss, Theresa! You are in my thoughts and prayers. Marcie (from Drs Schmunk & Saltzgiver’s office)

  58. Julie and Ken Ensman says:

    To Theresa and all of John’s family,
    He was surely loved by many and will be missed by all. Keep a hold of all of your wonderful memories and speak of him often. He will never be forgotten ❤️

  59. Todd and Lorna Albert says:

    Our condolences to John’s family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers!

  60. Tammy Armintrout says:

    Theresa so very sorry to hear about John, thoughts and prayers to you and all the family at this difficult time. From all of the Amstutz, Armintrout families.

  61. Cheryl Schumacher says:

    Theresa I have you in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs to you and much sympathy

  62. Tina McGarvey says:

    Theresa,
    Kevin and I were saddened to hear of the loss of your husband. Please know that you are in our prayers.

  63. Linda and Denny Curry says:

    Our sincere sympathy to you Theresa in your loss. We will keep you in our prayers.

    Denny and Linda Curry

  64. MARK YOUNG says:

    Theresa,Jerry and family, You have my prayers!

  65. Judy Caporini says:

    Theresa-I’m so sorry for your loss. Take comfort in Gods love….

  66. Frank, Debbie Fazzalari says:

    We are deeply saddened by the news of John’s passing. John was a wonderful gentle man and will be greatly missed. Theresa and family our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. ❤️❤️❤️

  67. Anna and Butch says:

    Dear Theresa, Butch and I saddened to hear of John’s passing. We will always cherish the memories at Hospitality Suites in Arizona where Frank introduced us to you and John. Thinking of you. Anna & Butch Balenovich.

  68. Jenny Clark says:

    Sad to hear of John’s passing. Our neighborhood memories are the best. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  69. Valerie and Roy Watrous says:

    Theresa and families our deepest sympathy to you during this difficulty time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Keep your memories of John close to your heart and fondly remember them often you will find comfort in them.

  70. Valerie and Roy Watrous says:

    Theresa and family our sympathy to you. Cherish all your memories with John and hold them close to your heart think of them frequently to help find comfort with his passing.

  71. Valerie and Roy Watrous says:

    Theresa and family our sympathy to you. Cherish your memories with John and keep them close to your heart to help reduce your pain and suffering.

  72. Esther Baumann says:

    Theresa, wrapping arms of love and prayers around you!

  73. Terry Heringhaus says:

    Dear Theresa, I just learned this morning at the Fitness Center of this tragedy. My heart just aches for you. I pray your faith will help you find some peace. So many are holding you close in their hearts. Terry Heringhaus

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