COLUMBIA - A Mass of Christian Burial for Ian Michael Roof, 36, will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 3, 2023 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with burial in the church columbarium. The Rosary will be recited at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, February 2, 2023 at Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel, with visitation to follow from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to Cardinal Newman School in Ian’s name.
Ian passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2023. Born in Columbia, SC, he was the son of Gary Michael Roof and Lucinda Todd Roof. He graduated from Cardinal Newman High School in 2004 and from the University of South Carolina in 2009. Additionally, Ian received medical certifications from Midlands Technical College and Orangeburg/Calhoun Technical College. Ian worked as a MRI Technician at Prisma Health Richland Hospital and previously at Midlands Orthopedics.
Left behind to remember his joy are his father, Gary M. Roof; his mother, Lucinda Todd Roof; his sister, Stephanie Christine Roof and countless aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends located throughout the country and world.
He was predeceased by his loving dog, Jessi.
The family cannot adequately express their overwhelming appreciation for Ian’s friends and the community support received throughout this unexpected journey. With heartfelt gratitude we would like to thank and recognize the staff of the ICU unit at Prisma Health Richland for their outstanding care.
Ian was a singular human being who made people’s lives better through his gentle kindness, contagious energy, and unwavering loyalty. By all accounts he was the life of the party with his wonderful sense of humor, expansive personality, and a rare gift to easily connect with all. With his large heart, Ian took the time to genuinely care and listen. His tremendous, positive impact was felt by countless many. Ian’s spontaneous wit was unique and his ability to deliver continuous and appropriate grief to others was notorious.
Ian’s legacy will be carried on in the lives and memories of many. And as everyone is well aware his last words to us would be “Welp, see ya later!”
Memories may be shared at www.dunbarfunerals.com.
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