In Remembrance Of
Victor C. Roe
KING CITY, MO – Victor Claude Roe, 69, died September 27, 2021 in his home surrounded by his family. He was born on December 27,1951 in Smithville, MO, the son of Eugene Merle Roe and Iva Nell Huffman (both deceased).
After graduation, Vic served in the United States Navy from 1970 to 1978 during the Viet Nam era. He married Judithanne Hale on July 8, 1972 in New Jersey; together they had two children, Victor Hale Roe and Katrina Teresa Roe. After Vic and Judy divorced, he married Rickey Louise (Gutermuth) Barthold on October 30, 1982 in MO; Rickey brought her two children into the marriage, Aron Christine Barthold and Matthew Frederick Barthold.
Vic retired from Silgan Containers in St. Joseph, MO after 35 years. He made lasting friendships with several of his co-workers who were always there, right up to the very end.
Vic, also known as “Big Vic”, was often compared to the “Marlboro Man”, rough, tough, and good looking – a man who was never afraid to take on any task. Some of Vic’s favorite pastimes were anything cowboyin’: working cattle, team roping, calf roping, dog training, trail riding, camping, grandkids, and sittin’ in a lawn chair drinking beer with family and friends. Over the last few years he spent winters with his wife, Rickey, as snowbirds in Quartzsite, AZ where he joined the VFW Post 769. They enjoyed being together in the warmer weather, making new friends, riding trails on the Polaris Ranger, and watching the Arizona sunsets.
In addition to his parents, Vic was predeceased by his brother, Jeffrey Merle. Surviving in addition to his wife, Rickey (Barthold) Roe, are his sons: Victor Hale (wife, Sonya) of Union Star, MO; and Matthew Frederick (wife, Amy) of Bloomington, IN; daughters, Katrina Teresa (husband, Karl) of Clovis, New Mexico; Aron Christine (husband, Jason) of Utica, IL; thirteen grandchildren; three sisters: Donna Jean Hickman (husband, Wayne) of Fort Worth, TX; Linda Nell Roe of Lathrop, MO; Teresa Mae Pitts (husband, Everett) of Reynoldsburg, OH; many nieces and nephews, Judithanne Hale, and many other close friends.
Vic chose to be cremated with his ashes being interred with military honors at the Perrin Cemetery following his Celebration of Life – planned for some time in the Spring.
His cowboy friends might appreciate this quote from his final day: “I guess I’m gonna ride this bronc til the end.”
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Peggy Lee Hayson
Dearest Rickey and Family; I know we will all miss your “Rodeo Roe”
Our hearts break for you. You and Vic gave so much to everyone.
Love from us all. Jeff and Vic are together.
Daryl and Linda Huffman family
All our love. Rest the horse.
Sharon Ogle
We don’t have all the answers to life’s questions. And when something happens that we don’t understand, we cherish the things that matter most……how often we laughed, how deeply we loved, how much we cared. So sorry for your sudden loss, Rickey, I know what you are going through, just know both Vic and Ray are in a better place w/our Lord!!
Valerie Zack
John and I are extremely saddened to hear of Vic’s passing. We met him last winter in Quartzsite and were immediately drawn to both him and Ricky.Our sincere sympathies to his entire family. We will miss him. Prayers to Ricky.
Anita ketola
Rickey and family,
I am so sorry to here this. Prayers and love sent to you. I am so glad to have been able to share the trails with him in Arizona. He was quite the man. Yes beautiful cowboy. My heart truly breaks hearing this. Rickey I hope to see you again. All my love Anita
Anita ketola
Rickey and family,
I am so sorry to here this. Prayers and love sent to you. I am so glad to have been able to share the trails with him in Arizona. He was quite the man. Yes beautiful cowboy. My heart truly breaks hearing this. Rickey I hope to see you again. All my love Anita
Sherry Youtsey Barton
I always remember Vic as a sweet, wonderful and fun cousin. He and his wife was a great help when momma needed it. I’m praying for his family.
Reg and Laurel Thorson
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this sad time. We had such a good winter with Vic and Rickey in Quartzsite. It was a pleasure knowing Vic.
Tullana Mollus
Sorry for your loss
Gwen Sordelet
Rickey and family – So sorry to hear this about Vic –
my sympathy to all the family- you are in my thoughts and prayers❤️Gwen
Jodie and Brenda Pitcock
Only got to know Big Vic for a very short time. Sure going to miss visiting with him hearing his stories. May our Father wrap the family and friends is his loving arm and give them comfort.
David Parker
Met Vic in 1979 when I was hired at Carnation Can. We became friends almost instantly. Over the years we ran bird dogs together hunting quail and pheasant. One of the best things I remember about Vic, he was always a “what you see is what you get” guy! We’ve lost a great one! My sincerest condolences to Rickey and the rest of the family.
Gary Helberg
I knew you since the first grade and often thought about how you had trained your horse back in 1965 to respond to verbal commands without touching the reigns dead run to sliding halt. I know you had a full life and will be missed by all that knew you.
Amy, Mike and Merrick Ratcliff
We are so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to Victor’s family and friends. May your memories fill the empty place you feel in your hearts at this time. Our sincerest condolences, The Ratcliff’s.
Mary Williams
I am sorry to hear if vic’s passing. He was always very nice to me at Silgan. He was fun to talk with. A very nice man who will be missed by many
Marti Riddle
I am so sorry for the loss of Big Vic. The world lost a good man. Our families prayers are with those remaining behind as we all mourn the loss
Roanna Davis
Condolences to the family and friends from an old school mate.
George hanway
Sorry for your loss
Connie(Nall) Davidson
So sorry to hear of Victor’s passing. He was a good classmate, fool of fun. He will be missed. Love and prayers to his family.
Audrey Schroeder
Sending love and lots of hugs.
Sharon Streeter Wilson
I’m sorry to hear of your loss. Sending my sincere condolences. You’re in my thoughts & prayers.
Jerry Leake
To my work buddy, rest in peace. I always enjoyed talking to you and solving problems with you.
Kody DeVries
One of the best men I ever knew & a true friend
Doris Marie Grayson
To the family of Victor and Linda. Sorry for your loss. ♀️
Mary Helen Bernard Blanton
I was so very sadden to hear of the los of Vic. I have a lot of fond memories of him. He was quite a character in his younger days. Very likable by all. My deepest sympathies to the entire family.
Judy Harris
My friend, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family. Please, if I can help in anyway, do not hesitate to ask. Hugs and Prayers.
Ann Kerns- Marsh
Rest in peace old friend. Prayers to all the family and friends.
Allan and Mary Lou Ross
Vic was a great Border Collie breeder and trainer. We are so going to miss coming up to see you and work dogs and of course, play music. Thanks for everything that you did for us including our wonderful dog Grace. We are thinking about you and will keep your family in our hearts
Pamela Teaford
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linda Walker Darr
Donna,Wayne and family , I was sorry to hear of Vic’s passing ..may you hold onto all the happy moments to comfort you at this time ..
Linda Walker Darr
Tom and Nancy Pitts
We are so sorry for your loss. Our kids enjoyed ‘exploring’ under Vic’s direction a few times. God bless you all.
Scotia Washburn
We are thinking of your family and holding you up in prayer.
Penny Dierberger
I am so sorry for your loss. You were a wonderful team and I’m sure that he will be missed beyond words. May you find comfort in the Lord.
Beth Downing
You left us way to soon. You certainly left your mark on this world and your grandchildren. To the family, my sincere sympathy.
Paula Veraguth
My deepest sympathy to you and your family Rickey. Keeping you in my prayers.
Morris Lewis
we are blessed to have known you
Gina Roe
Although we hadn’t seen each other in years, his presence on earth will be missed. We had good times when our children were younger, playing cards and visiting and making good memories. May Vic’s soul rest in peace.