Lois Rothrock obituary: Lois Rothrock's Obituary, Denver
In Memory Of
Lois Rothrock
1939 - 2014
In Memory Of
Lois Rothrock
1939 - 2014
Not I but Christ
A life spent serving God and others ended this week as Lois Rothrock passed away at the age of 75. Born January 14,1939 in Fort Morgan, Colorado to Vern and Verline Musgrave, Lois became the only girl in a family of 8 children. Her early life taught her the value of hard work and the value of serving others. Growing up on the family farm there was always work to be done and all the children were expected to do their share. This work ethic became one of her defining characteristics.
Their farmhouse became a social hub as many a guest was invited to their dinner table. This experience of serving these guests built a sense of service in Lois that became another of her defining traits. Family dinners, parties for friends and just hanging out were all made to be an extraordinary experience at Lois’ house. It did not matter how many people, what time of day or what was expected she was the perfect hostess. All matter of pies, deviled eggs and other delectables were in high demand by the people who had sampled them. Even when she was having physical problems, it did not stop her from pouring her heart into her guests. It was not out of the ordinary for her to fix a full meal for 50 people and not expect any help preparing or cleaning up.
In 1966 Lois started her own drapery manufacturing business. Golden drapery was a profitable business for 48 years. Her work ethic helped her succeed in a very physically demanding business. She was always busy and many years worked 6 days a week up to 14 hours a day. Lois was great at her craft and that contributed to her being busy for the entire run of her business. She made drapes for many of Denver’s elite people, but the name on the check nor its size made a difference to her. She treated every customer like they were kings and the size of a paycheck was never a determining factor in how she conducted her business. Lois did not start Golden Drapery to become rich but to give her family a better life which she succeeded in. Even in her business it was not about her but others.
Lois’ work ethic was not the only reason her business was successful. Many of her clients had the same experience when they visited her workshop. It was never a 5 minute experience, but she would talk to everybody for an extended length of time. These conversations were not just business conversations, but all of life was discussed. This openness, friendliness and genuine concern created friendships with her clients that went beyond business.
In 1960 she married Rocky Rothrock and had two children, Kellie and Bryan. She always had time for them. She chose to work out of her house so she could spend more time with her family. Helping them with homework, creating crazy stuff to satisfy wild imaginations, putting up with a house full of kids all day long was all in a day for Lois. Even into her children's adulthood she has always been there when they needed.
For most people having a successful business and being a great mother and wife would have been enough but the there was more of her to share. Since the late 1950’s Lois Rothrock has attended the same church and has served in several ministries. She was a pastor’s secretary, worked in the nursery, Sunday school, Awana, the church book store, the resource center and choir and only stopped serving in an official capacity in September 2014. While these were some of the official ministries she served in, there were many times when she just helped people whether giving rides to the airport, helping people move, or just being a friend they could talk to. She was always helping somebody do something. Her house was always open, her possessions always quickly lent out, personal notes and cards written with regularity. Never one to take the spot light, she served others behind the scenes and her desire was always “not I but Christ.”
When describing Lois words like indomitable, loving, tough, servant, my hero and friend were used by friends, family, clients, and neighbors. Her legacy and spirit will live on in the many people she has touched over the years.
Lois is survived by her daughter Kellie J. (Dan) Nichols; and son Bryan Rothrock; three brothers, Neil (Geri) Musgrave, Richard (Sara) Musgrave, Gary (Lindy) Musgrave; and two grandchildren, Heidi (Pablo) Zavala, Ruth Nichols. She is proceeded in death by her husband Rocky Rothrock; father Vern Musgrave; mother Verline Musgrave; brothers Gordon Musgrave, Howard Musgrave, Ralph Musgrave and Keith Musgrave.
To share a memory of Lois or leave a brief condolence message for the family, visit www.newcomerdenver.com.
A life spent serving God and others ended this week as Lois Rothrock passed away at the age of 75. Born January 14,1939 in Fort Morgan, Colorado to Vern and Verline Musgrave, Lois became the only girl in a family of 8 children. Her early life taught her the value of hard work and the value of serving others. Growing up on the family farm there was always work to be done and all the children were expected to do their share. This work ethic became one of her defining characteristics.
Their farmhouse became a social hub as many a guest was invited to their dinner table. This experience of serving these guests built a sense of service in Lois that became another of her defining traits. Family dinners, parties for friends and just hanging out were all made to be an extraordinary experience at Lois’ house. It did not matter how many people, what time of day or what was expected she was the perfect hostess. All matter of pies, deviled eggs and other delectables were in high demand by the people who had sampled them. Even when she was having physical problems, it did not stop her from pouring her heart into her guests. It was not out of the ordinary for her to fix a full meal for 50 people and not expect any help preparing or cleaning up.
In 1966 Lois started her own drapery manufacturing business. Golden drapery was a profitable business for 48 years. Her work ethic helped her succeed in a very physically demanding business. She was always busy and many years worked 6 days a week up to 14 hours a day. Lois was great at her craft and that contributed to her being busy for the entire run of her business. She made drapes for many of Denver’s elite people, but the name on the check nor its size made a difference to her. She treated every customer like they were kings and the size of a paycheck was never a determining factor in how she conducted her business. Lois did not start Golden Drapery to become rich but to give her family a better life which she succeeded in. Even in her business it was not about her but others.
Lois’ work ethic was not the only reason her business was successful. Many of her clients had the same experience when they visited her workshop. It was never a 5 minute experience, but she would talk to everybody for an extended length of time. These conversations were not just business conversations, but all of life was discussed. This openness, friendliness and genuine concern created friendships with her clients that went beyond business.
In 1960 she married Rocky Rothrock and had two children, Kellie and Bryan. She always had time for them. She chose to work out of her house so she could spend more time with her family. Helping them with homework, creating crazy stuff to satisfy wild imaginations, putting up with a house full of kids all day long was all in a day for Lois. Even into her children's adulthood she has always been there when they needed.
For most people having a successful business and being a great mother and wife would have been enough but the there was more of her to share. Since the late 1950’s Lois Rothrock has attended the same church and has served in several ministries. She was a pastor’s secretary, worked in the nursery, Sunday school, Awana, the church book store, the resource center and choir and only stopped serving in an official capacity in September 2014. While these were some of the official ministries she served in, there were many times when she just helped people whether giving rides to the airport, helping people move, or just being a friend they could talk to. She was always helping somebody do something. Her house was always open, her possessions always quickly lent out, personal notes and cards written with regularity. Never one to take the spot light, she served others behind the scenes and her desire was always “not I but Christ.”
When describing Lois words like indomitable, loving, tough, servant, my hero and friend were used by friends, family, clients, and neighbors. Her legacy and spirit will live on in the many people she has touched over the years.
Lois is survived by her daughter Kellie J. (Dan) Nichols; and son Bryan Rothrock; three brothers, Neil (Geri) Musgrave, Richard (Sara) Musgrave, Gary (Lindy) Musgrave; and two grandchildren, Heidi (Pablo) Zavala, Ruth Nichols. She is proceeded in death by her husband Rocky Rothrock; father Vern Musgrave; mother Verline Musgrave; brothers Gordon Musgrave, Howard Musgrave, Ralph Musgrave and Keith Musgrave.
To share a memory of Lois or leave a brief condolence message for the family, visit www.newcomerdenver.com.
Not I but Christ
A life spent serving God and others ended this week as Lois Rothrock passed away at the age of 75. Born January 14,1939 in Fort Morgan, Colorado to Vern and Verline Musgrave, Lois became the only girl in a family of 8 children. Her early life taught her the value of hard work and the value of serving others. Growing up on the family farm there was always work to be done and all the children were expected to do their share. This work ethic became one of her defining characteristics.
Their farmhouse became a social hub as many a guest was invited to their dinner table. This experience of serving these guests built a sense of service in Lois that became another of her defining traits. Family dinners, parties for friends and just hanging out were all made to be an extraordinary experience at Lois’ house. It did not matter how many people, what time of day or what was expected she was the perfect hostess. All matter of pies, deviled eggs and other delectables were in high demand by the people who had sampled them. Even when she was having physical problems, it did not stop her from pouring her heart into her guests. It was not out of the ordinary for her to fix a full meal for 50 people and not expect any help preparing or cleaning up.
In 1966 Lois started her own drapery manufacturing business. Golden drapery was a profitable business for 48 years. Her work ethic helped her succeed in a very physically demanding business. She was always busy and many years worked 6 days a week up to 14 hours a day. Lois was great at her craft and that contributed to her being busy for the entire run of her business. She made drapes for many of Denver’s elite people, but the name on the check nor its size made a difference to her. She treated every customer like they were kings and the size of a paycheck was never a determining factor in how she conducted her business. Lois did not start Golden Drapery to become rich but to give her family a better life which she succeeded in. Even in her business it was not about her but others.
Lois’ work ethic was not the only reason her business was successful. Many of her clients had the same experience when they visited her workshop. It was never a 5 minute experience, but she would talk to everybody for an extended length of time. These conversations were not just business conversations, but all of life was discussed. This openness, friendliness and genuine concern created friendships with her clients that went beyond business.
In 1960 she married Rocky Rothrock and had two children, Kellie and Bryan. She always had time for them. She chose to work out of her house so she could spend more time with her family. Helping them with homework, creating crazy stuff to satisfy wild imaginations, putting up with a house full of kids all day long was all in a day for Lois. Even into her children's adulthood she has always been there when they needed.
For most people having a successful business and being a great mother and wife would have been enough but the there was more of her to share. Since the late 1950’s Lois Rothrock has attended the same church and has served in several ministries. She was a pastor’s secretary, worked in the nursery, Sunday school, Awana, the church book store, the resource center and choir and only stopped serving in an official capacity in September 2014. While these were some of the official ministries she served in, there were many times when she just helped people whether giving rides to the airport, helping people move, or just being a friend they could talk to. She was always helping somebody do something. Her house was always open, her possessions always quickly lent out, personal notes and cards written with regularity. Never one to take the spot light, she served others behind the scenes and her desire was always “not I but Christ.”
When describing Lois words like indomitable, loving, tough, servant, my hero and friend were used by friends, family, clients, and neighbors. Her legacy and spirit will live on in the many people she has touched over the years.
Lois is survived by her daughter Kellie J. (Dan) Nichols; and son Bryan Rothrock; three brothers, Neil (Geri) Musgrave, Richard (Sara) Musgrave, Gary (Lindy) Musgrave; and two grandchildren, Heidi (Pablo) Zavala, Ruth Nichols. She is proceeded in death by her husband Rocky Rothrock; father Vern Musgrave; mother Verline Musgrave; brothers Gordon Musgrave, Howard Musgrave, Ralph Musgrave and Keith Musgrave.
To share a memory of Lois or leave a brief condolence message for the family, visit www.newcomerdenver.com.
A life spent serving God and others ended this week as Lois Rothrock passed away at the age of 75. Born January 14,1939 in Fort Morgan, Colorado to Vern and Verline Musgrave, Lois became the only girl in a family of 8 children. Her early life taught her the value of hard work and the value of serving others. Growing up on the family farm there was always work to be done and all the children were expected to do their share. This work ethic became one of her defining characteristics.
Their farmhouse became a social hub as many a guest was invited to their dinner table. This experience of serving these guests built a sense of service in Lois that became another of her defining traits. Family dinners, parties for friends and just hanging out were all made to be an extraordinary experience at Lois’ house. It did not matter how many people, what time of day or what was expected she was the perfect hostess. All matter of pies, deviled eggs and other delectables were in high demand by the people who had sampled them. Even when she was having physical problems, it did not stop her from pouring her heart into her guests. It was not out of the ordinary for her to fix a full meal for 50 people and not expect any help preparing or cleaning up.
In 1966 Lois started her own drapery manufacturing business. Golden drapery was a profitable business for 48 years. Her work ethic helped her succeed in a very physically demanding business. She was always busy and many years worked 6 days a week up to 14 hours a day. Lois was great at her craft and that contributed to her being busy for the entire run of her business. She made drapes for many of Denver’s elite people, but the name on the check nor its size made a difference to her. She treated every customer like they were kings and the size of a paycheck was never a determining factor in how she conducted her business. Lois did not start Golden Drapery to become rich but to give her family a better life which she succeeded in. Even in her business it was not about her but others.
Lois’ work ethic was not the only reason her business was successful. Many of her clients had the same experience when they visited her workshop. It was never a 5 minute experience, but she would talk to everybody for an extended length of time. These conversations were not just business conversations, but all of life was discussed. This openness, friendliness and genuine concern created friendships with her clients that went beyond business.
In 1960 she married Rocky Rothrock and had two children, Kellie and Bryan. She always had time for them. She chose to work out of her house so she could spend more time with her family. Helping them with homework, creating crazy stuff to satisfy wild imaginations, putting up with a house full of kids all day long was all in a day for Lois. Even into her children's adulthood she has always been there when they needed.
For most people having a successful business and being a great mother and wife would have been enough but the there was more of her to share. Since the late 1950’s Lois Rothrock has attended the same church and has served in several ministries. She was a pastor’s secretary, worked in the nursery, Sunday school, Awana, the church book store, the resource center and choir and only stopped serving in an official capacity in September 2014. While these were some of the official ministries she served in, there were many times when she just helped people whether giving rides to the airport, helping people move, or just being a friend they could talk to. She was always helping somebody do something. Her house was always open, her possessions always quickly lent out, personal notes and cards written with regularity. Never one to take the spot light, she served others behind the scenes and her desire was always “not I but Christ.”
When describing Lois words like indomitable, loving, tough, servant, my hero and friend were used by friends, family, clients, and neighbors. Her legacy and spirit will live on in the many people she has touched over the years.
Lois is survived by her daughter Kellie J. (Dan) Nichols; and son Bryan Rothrock; three brothers, Neil (Geri) Musgrave, Richard (Sara) Musgrave, Gary (Lindy) Musgrave; and two grandchildren, Heidi (Pablo) Zavala, Ruth Nichols. She is proceeded in death by her husband Rocky Rothrock; father Vern Musgrave; mother Verline Musgrave; brothers Gordon Musgrave, Howard Musgrave, Ralph Musgrave and Keith Musgrave.
To share a memory of Lois or leave a brief condolence message for the family, visit www.newcomerdenver.com.
Services & Gatherings
Visitation:
Tuesday, October 21, 2014 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Newcomer - West Metro Chapel
901 South Sheridan Blvd
Lakewood, CO 80226
Directions & Map
Visitation
Wednesday, October 22, 2014 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Red Rocks Baptist Church, 14711 W Morrison Rd, Morrison, CO 80465
Service
Wednesday, October 22, 2014 at 11:30 AM
Red Rocks Baptist Church, 14711 W Morrison Rd, Morrison, CO 80465
Interment
Fort Logan National Cemetery
West Metro Chapel (303-274-6065) is assisting the family
West Metro Chapel (303-274-6065) is assisting the family