Wilbert Roth

Dates

December 17, 1935 - September 24, 2025

Obituary

Wilbert Roth, 89, of Mitchell, SD, passed peacefully in his sleep Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at Avera Queen of Peace Hospital in Mitchell. All are welcome to a visitation for Wilbert at Bittner Funeral Chapel on Friday, September 26 from 5-7:00 PM, with scripture reading at 6:30 PM.

Wilbert J. Roth was born on December 17, 1935, in Parkston, SD. He was a loving husband to Marilyn since 1958, a devoted father to Debra and Karen, and an adoring grandfather to Madeline and Maya.

During retirement, Wilbert and Marilyn enjoyed wintertime trips to Arizona and visiting daughter Debra and Al and other family in California; and camping trips to the Black Hills and relaxing at the family cabin on the Missouri River in summer. He was an avid hunter and fisherman in his earlier years. But his greatest joy was seeing his granddaughters grow up. He was incredibly proud of both of them.

Wilbert is survived by his wife, Marilyn, of Mitchell; daughters, Debra Roth (Alan Fontes) of Chattanooga, TN and Karen Roth of Sioux Falls; granddaughters, Madeline Roth of Alexandria, MN, and Maya Roth a U.S. Marine at Naval Air Station, Lemoore, CA; siblings, Maxine Wudel and Cletus (Janice) Roth of Lodi, CA, Geraldine (James) Hunt of Mitchell, SD, Connie (Jerry) Schroeder of Sioux Falls, SD, Eldon Roth of Dakota Dunes, SD; and Denis (Donna) Roth of San Ramon, CA.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Francis, and his infant brother, Loren.

Visitation(s)

Date
Friday, September 26, 2025

Time
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Location
6:30 PM Prayer Service

Bittner Funeral Chapel
805 W Havens Ave
Mitchell, SD 57301

Posted by Lois Goodrich on September 27, 2025

Marilyn and family - I am so sorry to hear of Wilbert's passing. We only met once because of genealogy. Cherish those memories forever. I too recently lost my beloved. I found this on his computer

Weep not for me though I am gone;
into to the gentle night.
Grieve if you will but not for long,
upon my soul's sweet flight.
I am at peace,
my soul's at rest.
There is no need for tears,
For with your love I was blessed;
for all those many years.
There is no pain,
I suffer not,
The fear now all is gone.
Put now these things out of your thoughts.
In your memory I live on.
Remember not my fight for breath;
remember not the strife.
Please do not dwell upon my death,
but celebrate my life.

Posted by Jerry Ness on September 27, 2025

I will always heve good memories hunting with Willy and seeing him ( and Marilyn) at Saturday evening Mass. Blessings to you and your family. Linda and Jerry

Posted by Beth Conroy on September 26, 2025

Karen, ao sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers...hugs!!

Posted by Christina and Justin Mayo on September 25, 2025

We are deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Uncle Willy. Please know that Uncle Willy will remain in our thoughts and prayers.

Love, Christina and Justin Mayo

Posted by Pat and Kim Hunt on September 25, 2025

"I am heartbroken by the loss of one of my favorite uncles. He wasn't just a relative; he was one who was always welcoming and open to our entire family. Never making us feel second best. I will miss his enormous heart and his unique sense of humor, which could make the most ordinary moment unforgettable—like the Christmas he gave me that hilarious, rusty, homemade knife when all I wanted were tools. That perfectly sums up his spirit. I'll carry your love with me, Uncle Willy."

Our prayers are with you (Aunt Marylin, Debbie, Karen and your families).

Pat and Kim Hunt family

Posted by Bonnie Weber on September 24, 2025

Will miss you Wilbert
God love