Alan Jeffery Roth

Jeff’s particular loves were for the opera, the symphony, and on occasion with his wife, the ballet and theater. He was a big fan of bluegrass music. He also loved to travel and had opportunities to do so during his employment years and after his retirement. Jeff spent 40+ years working in Logistics at International Paper Company, starting out with them in Gardiner, Oregon and then moving to Memphis, Tennessee. While in Gardiner, he was with the IP-owned Longview, Portland and Northern Railroad.

Jeff met his wife, Jenness Kitchel Roth, while both were living in Eugene, Oregon and a part of a singing group. They were married 51 years. He leaves Jenness, his sons, Nathan and Samuel (and Sam’s caregiver, John Gold), a sister, Jill Roth McMillan, and his stepmother, Mary. He leaves two nieces and a nephew and their children. He also will be missed by many colleagues and great friends, including Jim Hanks, who helped care for Jeff in his last months. He was a generous and uniquely thoughtful man who was always willing to help those around him. For those qualities, he was much loved.

A service in remembrance will be announced at a later date.