13: Thom Rothey: Bears, Brokerage, and Being the Best Husband and Father

Hearing Our Heritage

Thom Rothey has had an amazing life. He has five great kids, five bonus kids, many grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. His life began in Ogden, where he had a fun childhood but faced some serious hardships in his family. He met his eternal companion, Helen, in high school, and they were married after he returned from his mission to the Northern States. He received a degree in Chinese history and Chinese, and then a Master's in Public Administration. He worked for the California Senate, as a farmer in rural British Columbia, and as a mortgage broker. He lost his sweetheart, Helen, to cancer after an incredible 40 years of marriage. Later, he met and married his beautiful wife, Becca, and they have enjoyed 16 wonderful years together.