Obituary of Tinamarie Roth

Tinamarie Roth of Mineola, NY passed away on May 5 th , 2024. Born in Brooklyn NY on February 18 th ,1958 to Connie Iovino and was the oldest of four; Toni Iovino, Christil Iovino, and Kris Iovino following her years after.

She has been a resident of Mineola, NY since she was very young and went to grade school at St. Aidan in Williston Park and was a member of class of 1972. She continued her catholic education at St. Mary’s High School, graduated in 1976 and went on to continue her education later in life taking some college classes at Cornell University and Nassau Community College. Tina was married at St. Aidan Church to her loving husband, Philip Roth, for 28 wonderful years but were together as a couple for 31 years. She made it so easy to love her and want to take care of her. Every day they set a shining example as a couple of what “for richer or poorer, better or worse, in sickness and in health” really meant. They weren’t just husband and wife, they were best friends and did everything together. Two years later she would give birth to her daughter, Shannon Roth, and together the three of them would conquer the world. Tina made sure her family wanted for nothing and always put
everything else on the back burner if there was a family need. She never let a day go by without making sure they knew just how loved and cherished they were and the weight of the value they held in her heart.

Tina loved her family and friends beyond measure, throughout all walks of life, and anyone who had the pleasure of knowing her loved her tenfold. She made a great effort to make sure she never forgot anyone’s birthday or anniversary and enjoyed writing to them on their special day. Though she may have been sick she made sure to never let it show, as her sickness did not define her. She was passionate about many things, and if she had an opinion on the subject she was sure to let you know. She often enjoyed crochet, crafting, cooking family recipes, planning family activities, travelling, listening to audiobooks, and pursuing happiness. She was a faithful servant to Jesus Christ, and remained an active member of the parish community throughout her lifetime participating in countless St. Aidan parish and school events.

Tina is preceded in death by her mother Connie, and her sisters Toni and Christil. She is survived by her loving husband Philip, her daughter Shannon, her mother-in-law Charlene Kiernan, her father-in-law Frank Kiernan, brothers in law Tim Kiernan and Frank Kiernan jr, brother Kris Iovino, sister-in-law Pam Buksa, uncle Pat Spina, nieces, nephews, and countless cousins. She wanted everyone to know how much she loved them and how much her relationship with them was valued throughout her life.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the following organizations:

The American Red Cross

New York Blood Center

Additionally, there will be a scheduled blood drive organized by Phil and Shannon Roth, stay tuned for more information from them about the event.

I refuse to call this a sad occasion. I am here to tell you all about a wonderful blessing in my life. I got to look after one of God’s most precious gifts. She is with him now, I’m sure of that. My love.

Tina was very sick for the whole of her life suffering from blood disorders that lead to bone crushing pain. She would have been upset if she had given you a hint that she was sick, hiding it most of the time. It meant more to her to her to be included in someone’s birthday, wedding or party than to worry about that “other stuff”.

Tina had opinions, and if you knew that, then you knew all of them. She was a Republican and proud American. A wall of servicemen displayed lovingly in our home was proof to anyone of there the Spina, Packus, Kiernan, Murphy, and Roth families put their loyalties. America our party everytime!! My love worked hard at being a mother and made it a priority every day. Shannon and I always felt loved, cared for, and cherished. It was just how she was, we never wanted for everything. She would gladly put herself last to meet a need of family. Tina touched many lives, just looking at this room, that’s obvious. What better lives we all lives we lead for those who know her story. Told by medical professionals, the
expectations for a full life would be to keep your expectations at around 42/45. Tina was a beautiful 66 years old. What a champion. She was my champion. And I was her rock, her protector, and her best friend. I want to say thank you for being my partner through it all. Thank you for every fight, every kiss, every breath, I remember it all. You live in me forever. You are with the father now, I guess not much I can do about that. So go and laugh, dance, do that cute giggle. I will be here, honoring your memory, knowing there is no more pain.