Lois Rothrock, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 21st surrounded by her loving daughters. Lois was born on November 7th, 1934 to parents Jule David and LaVerna Hougardy, joining her sister June and brothers Teddy and Bobby and her older half-brothers Art and Oscar. She spent her early life in Renton, Washington until she moved to Tonasket, Washington to finish her senior year of High School graduating in 1953.

In 1954 she married John Forde and together they had three daughters; Debbie, Cindy, and Jackie. They raised their girls in Loomis, Washington until they moved to the family farm on Whitestone flats in 1972. Lois raised her girls, worked in the fruit warehouses, and on the family farm. But her most precious role was being a stay-at-home mom. Later on, she married the love of her life, Leroy Rothrock and together blended one large loving family.

Lois was known for her incredible gardening skills and gentle spirit; she spent her happiest days digging in her flower beds with Palmer Lake as her back drop. She was a woman who understood the rhythm of the seasons and the importance of roots. Her garden was a testament to her patience, and her love for hummingbirds reflected her own untiring energy – always moving, always caring, always opening up her arms in love to those around her. Her beautiful home on Palmer Lake, that she shared with her adoring husband Leroy Rothrock, held her life's most cherished chapters. It was the place family and friends gathered for her incredible meals. The Rothrock 4th of July parties were absolutely unmatched and anybody and everybody were always invited. The Rothrock home was the place stories were told, laughs were shared, and Grandpa and Grandma's love was felt. Though she is no longer with us, her spirit will bloom in every flower and shimmer in the reflections of the lake she so dearly loved.

Lois was preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband Leroy Rothrock, daughter Debbie Kitterman, sister June, and her brothers; Teddy, Bobby, Art, and Oscar. She is survived by her children: Cindy Kiesecker (Tonasket), Jackie Forde (Richland), Brenna Calnan (Kalispel), Diane Sampson (Seattle), Bob & Sheila Rothrock (Tonasket), John & Libby Rothrock (Graham), and Greg & Jackie Rothrock (Seattle), numerous beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren, and one big Forde/Rothrock family that will deeply miss her and reflect continuously on all the special moments we had with her.

In her honor, may you plant a flower or take a moment to enjoy a special view, especially if you have the opportunity to stand in front of Palmer Lake.

Please join us as we celebrate a life well lived for our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. Saturday May 9th at 11 am graveside services at the Loomis Mt View Cemetery, following will be a BBQ Luncheon at the Rothrock family home on Palmer Lake.