Charles J. Rote

July 19, 1937 - November 22, 2019

Charles J. Rote, age 82, long time resident of Carleton, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2019 in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family. Born on July 19, 1937 in Cattaraugus, New York, he was the son of Charles and Ameila (Ulyon) Rote. On April 14, 1958 he married Mary Staffin in Perrysburg, NY. He was employed with Ford Motor Company as a Welder Repairman for 45 years until retiring in 2000. Charles was a member of S.A.C. Slovene American Club, Dearborn Heights. Charles was preceded in death by his parents, wife and brother Louis Rote. He is survived by his children Donna (Ace) DeVillez, Chuck (Dawn) Rote, Paula (Mark Toca) Rote and Debbie (Mark) Roye-Hayes; grandchildren, Justin (Toni Baker) Branham, Becky (Mike) Gensler, George (LaRhonda) Rote, Nick (Jennifer) Rote, Tony (Jenna) Rote, Jaren Tigani, Dominic Tigani, Gavin Hayes, Charlotte Hayes; 18 great grandchildren; brother Tony (Betty) Rote; sister Amelia Sue (Merl) Wilkins and treasured Dentist, Louis (Nada) Rote. Friends may visit on Sunday, November 24, 2019 from 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm at Bobcean Funeral Home, Flat Rock Chapel. A Celebration of Life Service will begin at 2:30 pm. In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory may be made to the Charity of choice.