Mr. Roth was born March 23, 1942 in Bronx, New York, son of the late Anthony and Margaret Roth. Doug was a retired police officer and had worked as an overseas contractor. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church where he served as an usher. Doug was an avid hunter.
Survivors include his wife, Joyce Ganey; two sons, Douglas Roth, Jr. and wife Lynne, and Kurt Roth and wife Susan; five grandchildren, Courtney, Tyler, Tiffani, JJ, and Ariel; three great-grandchildren; and his best friends, Ray Christensen and Bill Stant. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Helen Roth.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lower Cape Fear LifeCare, 1414 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401.
Online condolences may be made at www.peacocknewnamwhite.com
Peacock - Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, North Carolina.
