MIchael Stewart Rote

Michael Stewart Rote, 68, of Lewisburg, entered into rest on January 1, 2026, at his residence.

Born on November 11, 1957, in Miami, FL, Michael was the son of the late Keith Maynard Rote and Marie Doris (Quinlan) Rote.

Michael was a graduate of Lewisburg High School, Class of 1976, where he participated in high school football and wrestling.

Throughout his life, Michael was known as a hard worker with a true entrepreneurial spirit—work was not just his livelihood, but his passion. He was the owner of Michael’s Beverage in Allenwood and worked at Cleveland Brothers Caterpillar in New Columbia. In his later years, he owned and operated a tri-axle dump truck until his retirement. Michael also repaired swimming pools, enjoyed scuba diving, and proudly served as a captain of the scuba diving team when it was formed with the William Cameron Fire Company. Whatever he pursued, Michael gave his full dedication and took pride in his work.

Surviving are his children, Brandon Rote and his companion, Kathy, of Forest Hill, and Katrina Tanner and her husband, Terry of New Columbia; grandchildren, Zoey, Ariana, and Bentley; his brothers, Keith Rote and Mark Rote; his sister, Peggy Rote; numerous nieces and nephews; and his beloved dog, Boomer, and two cats, Tic and Tac.

Graveside services at Hartleton Cemetery are being planned for early spring.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Michael’s memory may be made to the Union County Sportsmen’s Club or the National Rifle Association.

To share in Michael’s online memorial, please visit www.adamofh.com

Arrangements are by Dominick T. Adamo Funerals · Cremations · Monuments, 16 Walnut Street, Mifflinburg.