Nicklos Walter Roetto

Nicklos "Nick" Walter Roetto, age 86, cherished husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, left this earth to be with his Savior, Jesus on June 25, 2025. Nick passed comfortably at Madrone Hospice Home in Yreka, CA. Nick was born in Lebanon, MO, but spent most of his life in San Dimas and Redding, CA. Nick joined the Navy and was a drill instructor and martial arts trainer at Point Mugu Naval Air Station in Oxnard, CA. He married Sandra J McIntyre, on April 14, 1962. They had three sons, Nicklos V Roetto (Kimberly), Randy D Roetto (Christina) and Ricky D Roetto. Nick and Sandy spent their marriage together in ministry. They met at Pomona, CA First Baptist Church, having been introduced by Sandy's older sister, and knew they were meant to be together. As a young couple in love they began holding hands in church and continued that show of love and dedication to each other for the rest of their lives. Nick assumed many positions as a member of PFB starting with church groups, such as a deacon. He formed a successful car club for teens and gave his time in other capacities as Associate Pastor, conducting Prayer and Bible Studies, and working with the youth. He was humbled to have a role in forming a Crisis Pregnancy Center, and small churches in rural Northern California. Nick, their sons and Sandy spent many hours boating, fishing and skiing at their favorite lakes, Whiskey Town and Shasta Lake. Nick loved to hunt deer with his hunting buddies, son Nick, and memorable times with Nicklas, his grandson. They all could talk about their hunting stories over and over! His other sons went a few times but their interest lie elsewhere. Another huge love of Nick's was classic cars, which turned our front drive and back yard into our own car lot, but sold successfully. Gardening was a success for him. He loved having the grandchildren planting at a young age with him. Harvesting was satisfying and sharing with neighbors. Of course cooking and snacking on fresh produce was pretty nice. During these years, he was called by many "the Grizz", having resembled the actor. Through the years he spent his time supporting his family in aerospace and construction. He was known and excelled as a "Master of all Trades". Nick's "sweet years" and a treasure to his heart were the years he was on staff at Pomona First Baptist Elementary School. He was affectionately called "Mr. Nick" by students, teachers and parents. Nick filled many roles and got things done with Mrs. Nancy Salverda, his strong supporter and defender. They remained friends for the rest of her life. Nick conducted chapel times and counseling with the students and even parents when asked. His sons attended school and Sandy was church hostess, so it was a complete "family package" at PFBS. Every Christmas for 50 years, Nick arrived playing Santa Claus, delivering trees along with the best "Ho ho ho" ever! He came with a jolly Merry Christmas to kids and parents wearing his two custom made St. Nick suites throughout the years. He processed a great sense of humor right to his final days making us laugh even when we thought he couldn't hear us talking or that he was asleep. Nick is survived by his true love, best friend and lifetime partner for 63 years, Sandy. His three sons, five grandchildren, Nicklas A. Roetto, Heather Roetto (Cuthbertson), Tierra Roetto, fiance, Tim (Pease) Melissa Roetto, and Kruz Roetto. Great grand children, Gracie, Annie and Bradley Roetto. Nick was proceeded in death by his loving granddaughter, Breanna L. Roetto, sister, Anita and his parents, Virgil and Gwen Roetto who passed when he was a teenager. He held a wonderful admiration for his sister in laws, Mary Ann, Linda, Claudine and Patti, making sure he knew they valued everything about him, especially for his love, care and protection of Sandy. His brother in law, Terry McIntyre, considered Nick his best friend since they met as teenagers. Nick held close to his heart his many exceptional nephews and nieces who he experienced great times with throughout their lives. He prayed for them faithfully each day. Nick's bigger than life's presence and influence will prayerfully be a lasting testament of his life to his sons that he was proud of and looked up to as well as Sandy and his extended family. A private family memorial service with military taps will be observed later. Pops, you will forever be loved and missed until we all meet again in our heavenly home!

Nicklos Walter Roetto

January 17, 1939 - June 25, 2025