Roetta Dee (Floyd) Mann, 73, of Quinter, Kansas, passed away on October 3, 2024, in Salina, Kansas. Roetta was born to R.D. and Evelyn (Winger) Floyd on October 25, 1950, in Syracuse, Kansas.
Roetta grew up in rural Stanton County and graduated from Johnson High School in 1968. She earned a degree in Home Economics from Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas in 1972, where she met Dave. They married on July 16, 1972, and moved to the family farm in Quinter. As a full partner on the farm, Roetta drove trucks, worked with cattle (though she would NOT scoop bunks), managed the books, and took great joy in her vegetable and flower gardens.
Roetta found immense joy as a paraprofessional at Quinter High School; one Facebook commenter noted she was the reason he graduated! She had a unique ability to connect with people, making friends wherever she went, and her presence was always marked by laughter and her distinctive “bling” attire. A passionate traveler, she loved organizing memorable trips for family and friends.
A dedicated member of the Gove Community Church, Roetta volunteered extensively and served her community in various capacities. One of her favorite roles was serving on the Dream First Bank Board of Directors.
Her priorities in life centered around her relationship with God, her church, her family, and her many friends. Her grandchildren held a special place in her heart, and after her recent cancer diagnosis, her goal was to see them all grow up. Though the Lord had other plans, they know they are loved by their Nana, who was immensely proud of them. Roetta fought cancer bravely but found peace in knowing she would be going home to Jesus.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Dave, children Shane & Mary Jo Mann of Quinter, Kansas, Tracey and Audrey Mann of Salina, Kansas, and Tara Jo and Cory Crouse of Colby, Kansas. She was the best Nana to Barrett and Carson Mann of Quinter, Kansas, Quincy, Austin, Whitney, and Elise Mann of Salina, Kansas, and Reid Crouse of Colby, Kansas. She is also survived by brothers Martie and Diane Floyd, Gary and Marla Floyd of Johnson, Kansas, sister-in-law Deanna and Steve Schwab of Chico, California, and several nieces and nephews, many of whom were graduates of “Camp Roetta”, the best week of the summer.
She was preceded in death by her parents and in-laws Austin and Dorothy (Bollinger) Mann.
Roetta’s smile and laughter will be missed so very much by her family, friends, community members, and, oh, yes, Amazon, UPS, and Fed-Ex.
A Celebration of Life will take place on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at 2:30 PM at Quinter High School, located at 600 Long Street, Quinter, Kansas. A time of visiting, connecting, and refreshments will follow.
Memorial contributions can be made to Quinter Community Development, USD 293 or Gove Community Bible Church. Donations can be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home at 901 South Main, Quinter, Kansas, 67752.
Memories and words of support may be left for the family by writing in the guestbook at www.schmittfuneral.com.