William Rufus Rothe Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of William Rufus Rothe of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, born in Fayetteville, North Carolina, who passed away on March 26, 2026, at the age of 83, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint William leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Elmer E. Rothe and Mary Ashworth Rothe. He is survived by: his wife Gay; his nephew Todd Rougeou (Heather B. Rougeou); his great-nieces, Emma Grace Rougeou and Mattie Lynn Rougeou; his great-nephew William T. Rougeou of Baton Rouge, LA; his niece Heather Rougeou (Ashworth) of Lafayette, LA; and his cousin Fuquay.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hilton Head Humane Association, 10 Humane Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926; National Rifle Association Foundation, 11250 Waples Mill Rd. Fairfax, VA 22030 or Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306. Keep William's legacy alive by donating to a charity in need.
