Carl Root

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ROOT, Carl C. "Rock" age 54, of Hamilton, Ohio tragically passed away Wednesday April 3, 2013 at Clermont Mercy Hospital. He was born on July 25, 1958 in Hamilton, Ohio the son of William and Peggy (Rudd) Root. He was employed as a truck driver at New England Motor Freight where he served as Union Steward. He was a dedicated body builder and a retired softball player. He is survived by his sister Deanna (Shawn) Woedl and brothers William (Tammie) Root and Jerry (Sue) Root; nieces Nicky (Pat) Compton, Shannon Root and Amy Swichtenberg; nephews Shawn "Rocky" (Kim) Woedl, Mike Root and Ethan Root; great nephews Jayden, Brady, Zaiden and Andrew; great nieces Kayla, Ashley, Leaha, Susie, Emilee, Kali and Libby; Loving Dog named Jack. He was preceded in death by his parents and infant sister Brenda. Donations may be sent to The Humane Society, 1820 Princeton Rd, Hamilton, Ohio, 45011. Condolences may be sent www.paulyoungfuneralhome.com