[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 120 (Monday, July 25, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1164]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   HONORING THE LIFE OF RICHARD ROTH

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                             HON. TED LIEU

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 25, 2016

  Mr. TED LIEU of California. Mr. Speaker, Richard Roth was a 
remarkable, kind and loving man. He passed away peacefully with his son 
David, daughter-in-law Anita, and their girls at his side. Richard was 
a gentle and generous soul who loved politics, discussions, and 
laughter. But most of all, he loved his son, David. Richard strived 
throughout his very long life to encourage David to be the very best in 
everything he did.
  Richard was energetic and active well into his 80s; making frequent 
trips from California to the Fiji Islands to visit with David and 
Anita. He told fascinating, colorful tales of joining David, Anita and 
the King of Tonga at the Sydney Opera House for a special gala in honor 
of the King. In later years, Richard followed David and Anita to 
Florida, where he lived peacefully in a condo overlooking the Atlantic 
Ocean.
  David's love for his father was unsurpassed. Last year, during 
Richard's 95th year, David took his father on a private, personal trip 
together to Israel. That trip had been one of Richard's lifelong 
dreams, and he got to make the trip with his beloved son.
  Always bright, inquisitive and cheerful, Richard enjoyed life to the 
fullest. His kindness to so many will not be forgotten by any who knew 
him.

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