Thomas Roesener

Thomas (“Tom”) Roesener of Anderson Township passed peacefully with his family at his bedside on March 29th. He was 89 years old.

Tom was blessed with a 57 year marriage to the love of his life, Alice (Bokenkotter), with whom he shared six daughters. Tom and Alice lived their lives throughout Cincinnati, in Oakley, Clifton, and Anderson Township. Family was of primary importance to Tom and it guided every decision he made.

Tom was a lover of many things, most of all dogs, tennis, wine, as long as it didn’t cost more than $4. He had a wicked sense of humor and few were able to escape his sarcastic barbs. Mostly, he loved his six daughters, his 17 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He leaves behind a legacy that will last generations.

Tom is predeceased by his beloved Alice who is dancing with joy at their loving reunion. He is survived by his sister, Sr. Janet Roesener, and daughters, Cathy Roesener (Steve Phelan), Gail (Bill) Birmingham, Mary (Bill) Rieke, Terry (Pat) Boggess, Barbara (Bob) Thornton, and Diane Pursinger (Luke Hueber). He is also survived by his 17 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, who loved him dearly and cherished every moment with him.

Visitation will be at Guardian Angels Church, 6939 Beechmont Ave on April 2 at 9:30am followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30. In lieu of flowers, memorials maybe sent to Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 1500 Rosecrans Ave. Suite 200, Manhattan Beach CA 90266 or to pancan.org