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Minor Rootes
July 7, 1930 ~ June 3, 2017 (age 86) 86 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Ellen Borodko Bozeman
June 28, 2017 6:24 PM
Minor was a delightful teacher and mentor for me and many other wonderful students in the 70's. We worked on several projects, primary being "Two Fifes and a Drum" a centennial celebration play with performances in schools throughout Maine. I did not know Minor had passed but tonight I heard just a snippet of "Appalachian Spring", by Aaron Copeland. I thought of him immediately since he encouraged my joy in that composer so many years ago. Salute, Minor, teacher, student and friend.
A candle was lit by Suzanne Phillis
on June 10, 2017 3:57 PM
Message from Jane Schofield
June 9, 2017 8:00 PM
Just another student- we toured the arctic together back in 1971. Haven't been in touch but I will feel his absence.
Message from Central Massachusetts
June 8, 2017 10:46 PM
A stranger who came across your Obituary in the news. I wish your family the best in this time., my condolences.
A life well lived, all any of us can ever hope for. Rest in peace.
A life well lived, all any of us can ever hope for. Rest in peace.
Message from Russ Pooler
June 8, 2017 1:34 PM
Minor, I'm a richer person for knowing you. RIP
R.
R.
Message from Chase S. in Denver
June 7, 2017 7:24 PM
Thank you, sir, for your stirring obit. I didn't know you. I read your obit online. But I took your parting words to heart. You continue to teach ever after leaving us. Godspeed.
Message from john weston
June 7, 2017 5:06 PM
Minor, I never had the pleasure of meeting you, and only learned of your existence because of your most excellent obituary. I am certain you enriched the lives of many people through your teaching and generous spirit, and you have inspired me to work harder at being a better person and appreciate those around me. The world has always needed people like you, and it always will.
A candle was lit by Anonymous (Hull, MA)
on June 7, 2017 4:10 PM
Message from Sal Rabinowitz
June 7, 2017 1:10 PM
It's like we always said, Minor was major.
A candle was lit by Jean Cavanaugh USM Mail Services
on June 7, 2017 11:07 AM
Message from david henry branch
June 7, 2017 9:27 AM
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I feel as though a part of me has passed along with Minor's journey to the next level. I took my first theater class with him and he cast me in my first role back in 1985. I was fortunate to have been taught by him and even luckier to have known him as a friend..
I feel as though a part of me has passed along with Minor's journey to the next level. I took my first theater class with him and he cast me in my first role back in 1985. I was fortunate to have been taught by him and even luckier to have known him as a friend..
Message from m pentilescu
June 7, 2017 1:45 AM
My man. You were an adversary and my teacher. During the time that I knew you, you articulated my life drastically. And I thank you for that.
Message from Tom O'Connor
June 6, 2017 4:59 PM
Say-hop-I-ta good man Minor Rootes. I always looked up to you when I was at Gorham State College in the 60s. May God care for your family in your absence.
Message from Wayne Clark
June 6, 2017 1:57 PM
I'm just one of the many, many students who passed through Minor's classes and shows. I remember him fondly.
Message from Andrew Menard
June 6, 2017 9:01 AM
Farewell, dear friend. You will remain in my heart forever. And to your family, may you find the strength in the memory of Minor's larger-than-life persona to fill this incalculable loss. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Message from Robert Jones
June 5, 2017 9:22 PM
I had the honor to be a student of Minor's many years ago and although he might not remember me, his spirit and kindness as a human being has remained with me all these years. I mourn his passing and rejoice in his life and memory.
A candle was lit by Phil Andrews
on June 5, 2017 9:14 PM
Message from Phil Andrews
June 5, 2017 9:14 PM
I will always remember the good and funny times I had working with Minor, and he will be missed. My condolences to all who loved him.
Message from Richard Wright
June 5, 2017 8:47 PM
'"Now cracks a noble heart.-Good night, sweet prince, And flights of angels sing thee to thy rest!" Rest in peace, my friend.
A candle was lit by Robin Lisherness
on June 5, 2017 8:38 PM
A candle was lit by Tom and Mari Vail along with Jared, Daniel, and Sarah-Madiso
on June 5, 2017 8:22 PM
A candle was lit by Tom and Mari Vail along with Jared, Daniel, and Sarah-Madiso
on June 5, 2017 8:22 PM
Message from Nancy Lawrence
June 5, 2017 7:18 PM
Oh,Maria I am so sorry ........Take all care.
Message from Anne Vaughan
June 5, 2017 7:13 PM
I knew Nellie and Richard years ago in Gotham, and Minor too. Sad to read of this passing of an interesting life so many years later. Best .to the family, Nellie especially.
Message from Professor Emeritus Rick and Anne Holen
June 5, 2017 5:35 PM
Break a Leg my friend and my you rest in peace. We both worked with you at USM and loved you my good friend.. I remember having a meeting with you in your office as a small black ant walked across your desk. You picked it up with you hand a laid it outside. Minor, may the stage lights dim in your honor. You will be missed by thousands of people.
RIP Rick and Anne Holen living in Northern Minnesota.
RIP Rick and Anne Holen living in Northern Minnesota.
A candle was lit by Denise Porter
on June 5, 2017 1:18 PM
Message from George L. Watson
June 5, 2017 11:28 AM
Dear Maria
Having been a neighbor for many years, I became very close to you and Minor. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. If I can be of help to you, please call.
Having been a neighbor for many years, I became very close to you and Minor. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. If I can be of help to you, please call.
Message from Bill Steele
June 5, 2017 9:21 AM
Dear Maria and family,
My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Minor will be deeply missed.
Bill Steele
My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Minor will be deeply missed.
Bill Steele
Message from jon stanley
June 5, 2017 6:53 AM
Minor, I'll miss you. Working with you in the Union was a blast. Many a laugh........I'll be sure to say hello to the 'relatives' that worked the shows with you! Take care guy.
Message from Christenia Alden-Kinne
June 4, 2017 8:39 PM
Toi, toi, toi, my good friend. How is your show doing? Fine, just fine. But how can that be true without you? You, sir, will leave a huge space as we walk to the footlights for a bow.
A candle was lit by Christenia Alden-Kinne
on June 4, 2017 8:29 PM
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