Vernon B. Roth

Vernon B. Roth, 93, of Mt. Pleasant, IA, passed away on Friday, August 19, 2016, at the United Presbyterian Home in Washington, IA. According to his wishes, Vernon has been cremated. The family will host a memorial service at 10:30 a.m., on Monday, August 22, 2016, at Sugar Creek Mennonite Church, with Pastors Nathan and Rachelle Luitjens officiating. Burial will be at a later date. Gifts of love and friendship may be given to Sugar Creek Mennonite Church. Olson-Powell Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements. On-line condolences may be directed to www.olsonpowell.com. Born January 6, 1923, in rural Wayland, IA, Vernon Benjamin, was the son of Ben R. and Mary Graber Roth. He attended Douglas Country School near Wayland. On March 4, 1951, he married Norma Jean Burden at Bethel Mennonite Church, north of Wayland. A lifelong farmer, Vernon worked at Welcona Feeds in Wayland. He operated the Sale Inn Caf for a year and then worked for the Henry County Assessor's Office for many years. Known for his delicious pies, Vernon cooked for the Starlight Caf, The Olds Coffee Cup, and Jerry's Restaurant. Vernon was an active member of Sugar Creek Mennonite Church and the Crusaders Sunday school class. He served on many church boards and was a MYF sponsor with his wife. He arranged the flowers for Sunday morning services and cared for the beautiful landscaping outside the church. Along with his loving wife, Jean, of 65 years, Vernon is survived by a son, Jason (Lauren) Roth of Osage Beach, MO; two daughters, Jacquelyn (Phil) Rich of Crawfordsville, IA, and Joni (Gordon) McAlpin of Villisca, IA; a brother, Edwin Roth of Hesston, KS; a sister, Lucille Swartzendruber of Hesston, KS; and a sister-in-law, Inez Roth of Winfield, IA. He is also survived by nine grandchildren, Chad Roth, Brent (Crystal) Roth, Noelle Roth, Darcy Rich, Neil (Kori) Rich, Stephanie (Tony) Dacey, Darin (Diana) Rich, Kristen (Eric) Eblen, Amy (Cody) Hughes, and Lori (Alex) Burton; along with twelve great-grandchildren. Vernon was preceded in death by his parents; an infant son, Ricky Roth; a grandson, Perry Rich; four brothers, Elmer Roth, Dan Roth, Lester Roth, and Glen Roth; and two sisters, Lavina Leichty and Stella Wenger. Memorial Service AUG 22. 10:30 AM Sugar Creek Cemetery South of Wayland Wayland, IA, US