CHRISTIAN J. ROTH

Christian J. Roth, 62, entered into eternal life on Sept 12, 2009 at his home in Plainville, Ct, with his loving wife of 27 years, Diane (Tocoinis) Roth by his side. Diane's unending support and care enabled him to remain home, as he fought a courageous battle against esophageal cancer and the prior affliction of Parkinson's disease. He was born in New Britain on Nov. 29, 1946 to Jacob and Pearl (Strobel) Roth. He grew up in New Britain and graduated from New Britain High School class of 1964. He was a graduate of A.I.Prince Tech and earned certification in barbering. He proudly enlisted in the Air Force during the Vietnam Conflict. He made Sgt. and Crew Chief for the Hercules C-130. He was also on special assignment to the Air Force Thunderbird flying squadron. Christian was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award, and the Small Arm Expert Marksmanship Award. He worked at P&WA/United Technologies and then the New Britain Post Office for 33 years. After his retirement in 2001 he worked part time at Car Quest. Chris was a wise, loving man who continuoulsy helped others, both with physical tasks as well as emotional support. He possessed the unique talent of being able to speak with everyone about various topics. His unmatched sense of humor continuously brought smiles and laughter to others. He was fond of animals especially tuxedo cats, and his faithful companion, Schnazzie, was a great support throughout his illness. Chris was a gifted artist, who drew and painted beautiful creations which he generously shared with others. He always took great pride in his yard and flowers. He loved to visit Block Island, Cape Cod, Maine and Sanibel Island. Beside his parents he was predeceased by his brothers Robert and Bill and his sister Rita. He is survived by his beloved wife Diane( Tocoinis) Roth, his sisters; Barbara and her husband Joe Kowalczyk, Margaret and her husband Fred Stumpp and Dorothy and her husband Frank Parisi, brother- in -law Michael Tocoinis and many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Mourning also is his extended family David Rising, Barbara and her husband Don Martin, JoAnne and Andy Mitchell, Alan and Lona Jortner and Rose Doherty. Funeral services will take place on Wednesday at 9:00am from the Venskunas Funeral Home 670 Stanley St New Britain followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St Andrews Church at 10:00am. Burial with full military honors will take place in St Mary Cemetery . The flag will be presented to his wife Diane. Calling hours will take place on Tuesday from 4:00-8:00pm. Memorial donations can be made to the Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301, Cincinnatti, Ohio 45250-0301. To send online condolences plz go to www.venskunasfuneralhome.com.

CHRISTIAN J. ROTH

November 29, 1946 - September 13, 2009