Obituaries

Charles Melvin Roth “Mel” of Melbourne Ky, passed away peacefully one day before his 95th birthday. He was the son of John and Edna (Hetterman) Roth. Mel married LouAnn Roth (Otten) in 1954 and together they had five beautiful kids and a marriage that would last 60 years earth side and now an eternity together, as she finally let him join her in heaven.
Mel was a welder for 30 years and a farmer till the day he died. He was a devout catholic, and a member of St. Philip Parish since 1930, and his faith guided him through his highs and lows. He always lived his life to the fullest and showed his family that through a strong work ethic, you also need to take time to celebrate the good things in life.
Mel was a proud Army vet of the Korean war and shared his experience in Alaska with all his family and friends.
He will be remembered for his love of Xavier basketball, Dixie chili, Sis’s on Monmouth, country music, and his unmatched quick wit and humor.
He is preceded in death by his parents John and Edna Roth, wife LouAnn (Otten) Roth, siblings Donald, David, and Kathleen Roth, and numerous friends he made along the way. He was the last of his family’s generation. He is survived by five children Cindy (Roger) Brown, Mark (Rose Studer) Roth, Terrie (Charlie) Smith, Kim (Bob Burns) Keller, Linda (Dennis) Beal. His nephews and niece, Mike, Steve, Bill, and Vickie. As well as his 15 grandkids; Jason, Kathy, Emily, Becky, Branden, Steven, Christina, Evan, Sarah, Lindsay, Scott, Eric, Katti, Dennis Jr, Jarrett, Bradley, and Meggie. Along with, 16 great grandkids and 2 great greats on the way.
Donations can be made to St. Phillip Parish 5746 Mary Ingles Hwy Melbourne KY, 41059 or St. Elizabeth Hospice 483 S Loop Edgewood KY, 41017.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 29th, 2025 at St Phillips Church; 1402 Mary Ingles Hwy, Melbourne, KY 41059 · from 9am-11am. Catholic Mass will begin at 11am. Burial will be held at St Joes Cemetery immediately following.