Austin H. “Red” Roush, 94, of Steubenville, Ohio died Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at Trinity West. He was born May 27, 1926 in Follansbee, WV a son of the late Howard & Edna Davis Roush. He retired from W-P Steel as a first operator in the oxygen plant. Red was a founding member of Bell Chapel U.M. Church and served in the USMC during WWII, receiving the Purple Heart for his service at Iwo Jima. Preceding Red in death were his first wife Kathryn Barrett Roush, second wife Maxine McNemar Grimm Roush; son Thomas Roush; siblings Robert Roush, Elma Dallas & Theresa Roush.
Red loved to travel, hunt and fish and to bake pies and cakes, but nothing gave him more enjoyment than working in his vegetable garden with his little side-kick, great granddaughter Emma Hoit.
Red is survived by his four children Martin (Susan) Roush, Dr. Amelia (Dr. Hal Armistead) Roush, Carol (Mike) Donohue & Barbara (David) Andrews; daughter-in-law Barbara Wilson Roush; nine grandchildren; five great grandsons and two great granddaughters; numerous nieces and nephews.
Due to the covid pandemic, private services and entombment will be held at Fort Steuben.
Celebration of Life Services on Saturday, June 12, 2021 at 11 a.m. at Bell Chapel U.M. Church
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09/03/2024
Cheryl J Skinner Tri-State Military Museum
May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time, May you come to know that the love of God is with you always, May your memories of Austin H. Roush, give you peace, comfort and strength...Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete. I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten.My thoughtsand prayers to the family of ....US Marine Veteran, Austin H. Roush, is "A True American Hero" God Bless†† Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
09/03/2024
Sheila parks
09/03/2024
Renee (Giffin) Dorsey
"Uncle Red" - rest in peace. He was a really nice, nice man - I only saw him during extended family gatherings, but he was always a kind, sweet gentleman whom I loved to see and talk with. Last time I saw him was my own dad's (Don Giffin) funeral last October 2019. He was fond of my dad, and the love was mutual. My prayers to the family and friends. He lived a long, wonderful life. Renee (Giffin) Dorsey, Kevin and Andrew Dorsey
09/03/2024
The Pawelczyks
To Red's family,We will deeply miss seeing our buddy Red at church on Sunday. He always greeted us with that contagious smile and warm hug. His memory will continue on and we will never forget him.
09/03/2024
Carol Donohue
To my father----I will love you always and you will always be in my heart forever
09/03/2024
Martin H. Roush
If anything Dad, I want you to always remember the following words that help to explain what I have learned from you: A father is someone who understands the things you do and say. A father is someone who knows how to overlook your faults and see's the very best in you. A father is the one who gives you a special kind of love that no one else can give. He understands and inspires you to do your best. A father is warm and thoughtful. When you were younger and an adolescent and felt your growing pains, a father takes pride and understanding in allowing you to express yourself respectfully. A father teaches you the value of treating others with dignity and respect. A father is not afraid to reach out and give you a hug when you need it. A father provides reassurance in times of need that everything is going to be alright. A father is all of these things and more. A caring and loving father is a special gift given to you from above. You are all of things and so much more than I know how to put into words.Thanks Dad for teaching me how to be a father. You have inspired me and you have given me guidance that has carried me through life. I just thought I'd let you know how much I love you and that I'm proud to have you for a father. Thanks for everything" DAD"With love from your children: Martin, Amelia Kay, Thomas Patrick, Carol Lynn, and Barbara Elaine
09/03/2024
Lisa (McNemar) Smith
Where to begin, Uncle Red has been an inspiration to all of us who has encountered his presence. Always a warm welcoming smile to a big heart felt hug. He was always caring, giving & honest about his words. "By garsh, let me tell you" was most likely how he'd start his conversations. He has helped by dad through his trying times from my dad losing his dad & my dad's fight with cancer. Red was always there to lend a helping hand whether it be a ride to a doctor's appointment or a dinner out to Frank's for a fish dinner. I will miss our conversations about gardening, canning, his surprise visits & hearing you repeatedly tell me how much I reminded him of my Grandma Alice, which means so much to me. His dedicated love for his family & friends was a love of no other. You will be missed but your name, your smile & respect will live on in my heart for years & years to come. God bless you Uncle Red.😇
09/03/2024
Cheryl J Skinner Tri-State Military Museum
May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time, May you come to know that the love of God is with you always, May your memories of Austin H. Roush, give you peace, comfort and strength...Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete. I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten.My thoughtsand prayers to the family of ....US Marine Veteran, Austin H. Roush, is "A True American Hero" God Bless†† Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
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