Barry David Rooth, age 67, of Valparaiso, IN passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025 with the love of his life Holly holding his hand. Barry was a warrior and spectacular trial lawyer who fought to keep patients in Indiana safe for more than 40 years. In two separate instances, Barry prosecuted cases on behalf ofContinue Reading
Barry David Rooth, age 67, of Valparaiso, IN passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025 with the love of his life Holly holding his hand.
Barry was a warrior and spectacular trial lawyer who fought to keep patients in Indiana safe for more than 40 years. In two separate instances, Barry prosecuted cases on behalf of hundreds of patients harmed by notorious doctors in Lake County, Indiana and saved lives by doing so. He loved to cycle, run, hike, and belly laugh with his amazing village of friends and loving family. When you didn’t find Barry reading, you could find him playing lead guitar or piano in his band The unPROFESSIONALS. Whether it was walking the dogs and goats with his daughter Jessie, spending time with his daughter Jenny, son-in-law Ryan and his new grandson Harvey, or traveling the world with Holly, Barry’s mantra was “Life is so good.”
He is survived by his wife, Holly Rooth; daughters Jennifer (Ryan) Bach and Jessica Rooth; grandson Harvey Bach; brother Robert (Melissa) Rooth; and nephews Jordan (Emily) Rooth and Jacob Rooth. Barry was preceded in death by his parents, Alan and Judith Rooth.
A service for Barry will be held on Monday, March 17, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at Kish Funeral Home, 10000 Calumet Avenue, Munster, Indiana. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Melanoma Research Foundation by visiting melanoma.org.
Catherine Stefaniak
left a message on March 20, 2025:
I am so shocked and saddened to hear of Barry's passing. He was such an incredible attorney, and I feel so VERY lucky to have been able to work with him in depositions together throughout the years. Truly one of the best. He will be missed. My deepest condolences.
Dina Zand
left a message on March 20, 2025:
Barry had a quiet kindness and glowed with love for his family. May his memory be a blessing. Condolences to all.
Scott and Dana Kaufman
left a message on March 19, 2025:
We are deeply sorry for your loss. When Barry was a new lawyer he hired me as his assistant. I will never forget this wonderful man. He always counseled me and guided me to make good decisions in life. He was so kind, caring, and compassionate. He will be greatly missed. Love Dana and Scott
Jody Moore
left a message on March 18, 2025:
My deepest condolences Holly. Barry was a fine man and I got to know him through the path mastery program. He was a master human in every way. He will be missed.
Marla Yessenow
left a message on March 18, 2025:
Barry was my brother in law for 33 years married to my sister Lisa ROOTH. We shared so many holidays and Barry was always a perfect host along with Lisa’s cooking and Judy’s gefilte fish. I am so sorry for everyone’s loss. It is a true tragedy. May his memory be a blessing.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Richard M. Miller
left a message on March 17, 2025:
Our sincere condolences for your family's loss.
Fondly, Mindy, Richard, Jeremy and Ari Miller
Leonida E Durousseau
left a message on March 17, 2025:
My deepest 💔 condolences
Leonida E Durousseau
left a message on March 17, 2025:
In memory of Barry D. Rooth, Leonida E Durousseau lit a candle
Marlene (Musick) Walker
left a message on March 17, 2025:
Barry elevated my life with his humor, intelligence, kindness, generosity, and definitely his music. My heartfelt condolences to your family.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of Barry Rooth . Plant a Tree
Toni and Ron Gershman
left a message on March 17, 2025:
Our deepest condolences on the loss of Barry. I have wonderful memories of him, particularly his comedic antics in Hebrew school. May your many memories of him bring you peace during this unbelievably difficult time.
Marshall Whalley
left a message on March 17, 2025:
My deepest condolensces to the family, friends and collegues of Barry. I have the utmost respect for him as a friend and a dedicated lawyer. For decades I have had the pleasure of doing business and getting to know him, he will be greatly missed.
Sincerely, Marshall Whalley
Marshall P. Whalley & Associates, P.C.
Trenton Gill
left a message on March 17, 2025:
Barry was often my opponent in cases in Lake County. I cannot think of a better trial lawyer than him - true class and professionalism even when he basically destroyed me and my case. I did not know Barry on a personal level, but I have nothing more than the upmost respect for him as a lawyer. I'm sure the level of professionalism was exceeded in his love and dedication to his friends and family. Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.
Your friends & colleagues at Johnson & Bell
left a message on March 17, 2025:
We will miss Barry, our formidable opponent and respected counsel. With deepest condolences.
With Distinction was purchased for the family of Barry Rooth by Your friends & colleagues at Johnson & Bell. Send Flowers
Anonymous
left a message on March 17, 2025:
With heartfelt condolences.
Medium Dish Garden was purchased for the family of Barry Rooth by Anonymous. Send Flowers
Rick Gubitz
left a message on March 16, 2025:
Rooth Family- My deepest sympathies in your time of loss. I hope your happy memories of Barry help to get you through these tough times. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May his memory be a blessing to all that love him.
Anonymous
left a message on March 16, 2025:
Holly-What an honor it was to witness the great love you & Barry shared. We are sending you all our love, support, care, and strength. We've got you.
Beautiful Whisper was purchased for the family of Barry Rooth by Anonymous. Send Flowers
Elaine Criswell
left a message on March 16, 2025:
Dear Holly,
My heart bleeds for yours. You young lady were chosen by God to not only have an important role protecting others but also to be the light that lite the way for your husband to transition to another place. There is no question in my mind that there's an after life and Barry will always be a part of you just in a different way. When you feel pain switch that pain to all the wonderful times you shared as a couple. My prayers are with you now and remember my door is always open to you. Love Aunt Elaine
David Wilson and David Novak
left a message on March 16, 2025:
With our deepest sympathy and condolences to Barry's family, Holly and all at Theodoros & Rooth.
Peaceful White Lilies Basket was purchased for the family of Barry Rooth by David Wilson and David Novak. Send Flowers
Leonida E Durousseau
left a message on March 16, 2025:
My condolences to "the entire family"
O'Neill McFadden & Willett
left a message on March 16, 2025:
Please accept our condolences during this difficult time. Your entire family remains in our prayers. From your colleagues and friends at OMW.
Sentimental Dreams was purchased for the family of Barry Rooth by O'Neill McFadden & Willett. Send Flowers
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Sheila Lynn Scott
left a message on March 16, 2025:
I’m heart broken 💔 over this. What a smart, well- versed, and athletic person he was. His daughters Jenny and Jessica, should be proud of everything that he stood for. I will never forget his ability to drive me from Florida to Indiana (years ago) in my days after my separation. We drove without stopping. Barry you will be terribly missed by your partners, friends, Holly, and family.
Marsha Millikan
left a message on March 16, 2025:
My deepest condolences cousins. I have fond memories as a child playing with Barry and Robbie. Cherish your memories!
Bruce Kaminsky
left a message on March 16, 2025:
Barry Rooth was the first friend I made when my family moved to Munster in 1974. In fact he welcomed me to his home along with my siblings. Barry and Robbie were great brothers and I admired how close they were. Their parents Judy and Buddy were terrific parents. I liked them both a lot. Barry was a well mannered and respectful son. A great role model for Robbie.
At IU Barry and I were in the same pledge class in AEPi. That was where I discovered what a smart and like able guy Barry was! He and his roommate Scott would sleep until noon, go to class and get A’s! Law school was his calling at Valpo and he became an outstanding and successful attorney! Barry liked his rock music too. Everybody liked Barry!
I will miss him. Over the last many years, we didn’t talk often but when we did we could pick up where we left off without missing a beat!
Barry is in heaven now playing his guitar or preparing for his next case. We all were blessed to have known Barry. I will miss him forever but I will remember him fondly the rest of my life.
Sheila Scott & Neal Wieder
left a message on March 16, 2025:
Our hearts are aching as Barry was loved and respected by many. He will be missed but never forgotten.
Mark Elias
left a message on March 16, 2025:
May his memory be for a blessing.
Condolences to the family.
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Catherine Stefaniak
left a message on March 20, 2025:
I am so shocked and saddened to hear of Barry's passing. He was such an incredible attorney, and I feel so VERY lucky to have been able to work with him in depositions together throughout the years. Truly one of the best. He will be missed. My deepest condolences.
Dina Zand
left a message on March 20, 2025:
Barry had a quiet kindness and glowed with love for his family. May his memory be a blessing. Condolences to all.
Scott and Dana Kaufman
left a message on March 19, 2025:
We are deeply sorry for your loss. When Barry was a new lawyer he hired me as his assistant. I will never forget this wonderful man. He always counseled me and guided me to make good decisions in life. He was so kind, caring, and compassionate. He will be greatly missed. Love Dana and Scott
Jody Moore
left a message on March 18, 2025:
My deepest condolences Holly. Barry was a fine man and I got to know him through the path mastery program. He was a master human in every way. He will be missed.
Marla Yessenow
left a message on March 18, 2025:
Barry was my brother in law for 33 years married to my sister Lisa ROOTH. We shared so many holidays and Barry was always a perfect host along with Lisa’s cooking and Judy’s gefilte fish. I am so sorry for everyone’s loss. It is a true tragedy. May his memory be a blessing.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Richard M. Miller
left a message on March 17, 2025:
Our sincere condolences for your family's loss.
Fondly, Mindy, Richard, Jeremy and Ari Miller
Leonida E Durousseau
left a message on March 17, 2025:
My deepest 💔 condolences
Leonida E Durousseau
left a message on March 17, 2025:
In memory of Barry D. Rooth, Leonida E Durousseau lit a candle
Marlene (Musick) Walker
left a message on March 17, 2025:
Barry elevated my life with his humor, intelligence, kindness, generosity, and definitely his music. My heartfelt condolences to your family.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of Barry Rooth . Plant a Tree
Toni and Ron Gershman
left a message on March 17, 2025:
Our deepest condolences on the loss of Barry. I have wonderful memories of him, particularly his comedic antics in Hebrew school. May your many memories of him bring you peace during this unbelievably difficult time.
Marshall Whalley
left a message on March 17, 2025:
My deepest condolensces to the family, friends and collegues of Barry. I have the utmost respect for him as a friend and a dedicated lawyer. For decades I have had the pleasure of doing business and getting to know him, he will be greatly missed.
Sincerely, Marshall Whalley
Marshall P. Whalley & Associates, P.C.
Trenton Gill
left a message on March 17, 2025:
Barry was often my opponent in cases in Lake County. I cannot think of a better trial lawyer than him - true class and professionalism even when he basically destroyed me and my case. I did not know Barry on a personal level, but I have nothing more than the upmost respect for him as a lawyer. I'm sure the level of professionalism was exceeded in his love and dedication to his friends and family. Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.
Your friends & colleagues at Johnson & Bell
left a message on March 17, 2025:
We will miss Barry, our formidable opponent and respected counsel. With deepest condolences.
With Distinction was purchased for the family of Barry Rooth by Your friends & colleagues at Johnson & Bell. Send Flowers
Anonymous
left a message on March 17, 2025:
With heartfelt condolences.
Medium Dish Garden was purchased for the family of Barry Rooth by Anonymous. Send Flowers
Rick Gubitz
left a message on March 16, 2025:
Rooth Family- My deepest sympathies in your time of loss. I hope your happy memories of Barry help to get you through these tough times. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May his memory be a blessing to all that love him.
Anonymous
left a message on March 16, 2025:
Holly-What an honor it was to witness the great love you & Barry shared. We are sending you all our love, support, care, and strength. We've got you.
Beautiful Whisper was purchased for the family of Barry Rooth by Anonymous. Send Flowers
Elaine Criswell
left a message on March 16, 2025:
Dear Holly,
My heart bleeds for yours. You young lady were chosen by God to not only have an important role protecting others but also to be the light that lite the way for your husband to transition to another place. There is no question in my mind that there's an after life and Barry will always be a part of you just in a different way. When you feel pain switch that pain to all the wonderful times you shared as a couple. My prayers are with you now and remember my door is always open to you. Love Aunt Elaine
David Wilson and David Novak
left a message on March 16, 2025:
With our deepest sympathy and condolences to Barry's family, Holly and all at Theodoros & Rooth.
Peaceful White Lilies Basket was purchased for the family of Barry Rooth by David Wilson and David Novak. Send Flowers
Leonida E Durousseau
left a message on March 16, 2025:
My condolences to "the entire family"
O'Neill McFadden & Willett
left a message on March 16, 2025:
Please accept our condolences during this difficult time. Your entire family remains in our prayers. From your colleagues and friends at OMW.
Sentimental Dreams was purchased for the family of Barry Rooth by O'Neill McFadden & Willett. Send Flowers
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Sheila Lynn Scott
left a message on March 16, 2025:
I’m heart broken 💔 over this. What a smart, well- versed, and athletic person he was. His daughters Jenny and Jessica, should be proud of everything that he stood for. I will never forget his ability to drive me from Florida to Indiana (years ago) in my days after my separation. We drove without stopping. Barry you will be terribly missed by your partners, friends, Holly, and family.
Marsha Millikan
left a message on March 16, 2025:
My deepest condolences cousins. I have fond memories as a child playing with Barry and Robbie. Cherish your memories!
Bruce Kaminsky
left a message on March 16, 2025:
Barry Rooth was the first friend I made when my family moved to Munster in 1974. In fact he welcomed me to his home along with my siblings. Barry and Robbie were great brothers and I admired how close they were. Their parents Judy and Buddy were terrific parents. I liked them both a lot. Barry was a well mannered and respectful son. A great role model for Robbie.
At IU Barry and I were in the same pledge class in AEPi. That was where I discovered what a smart and like able guy Barry was! He and his roommate Scott would sleep until noon, go to class and get A’s! Law school was his calling at Valpo and he became an outstanding and successful attorney! Barry liked his rock music too. Everybody liked Barry!
I will miss him. Over the last many years, we didn’t talk often but when we did we could pick up where we left off without missing a beat!
Barry is in heaven now playing his guitar or preparing for his next case. We all were blessed to have known Barry. I will miss him forever but I will remember him fondly the rest of my life.
Sheila Scott & Neal Wieder
left a message on March 16, 2025:
Our hearts are aching as Barry was loved and respected by many. He will be missed but never forgotten.
Mark Elias
left a message on March 16, 2025:
May his memory be for a blessing.
Condolences to the family.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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