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Richard Root, 83, Vero Beach

Richard Root, 83, of Vero Beach, passed away at the Indian River Medical Center in Vero Beach.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years Nancy Root; his sons Rick L. Root, DMD of Vero Beach and Kent D. Root of Boca Raton; his daughter-in-law Betsy Root; and his grandchildren Megan Root and Kent Douglas Root.

Born to German immigrants in Dayton, Ohio, Root was a hardworking, intelligent student who worked his way through Capital University in Columbus, Ohio. He was then drafted into the US Army during the Korean War. After his honorable discharge, Root enjoyed a long career as a layout designer in electrical engineering for Frigidaire in Dayton, Ohio.

After retiring from Frigidaire, he enjoyed a fruitful career as a real estate broker in Vero Beach. He obtained a private pilot license and loved flying his Piper Saratoga airplane. His favorite pastime was spending time with his family. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.

There will be a private, out of town family service. Donations may be made to: The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, Grand Central Station, P.O. Box 4777, New York, NY 10163. An online guestbook is available at www.lowtherfuneralhome.com.

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