James Travis Roark, 59, a lifelong resident of Columbus, died September 26, 2024.
Born December 13, 1964, in Pittsburg, Travis was the son of James (Ed) Roark and Theda (Parker) Lucian.
He attended Columbus Unified High School graduating with the class of 1983 where he was an outstanding athlete. He was the first Columbus Unified High School wrestler to go to the state tournament all four years with a second-place finish and two State Championships. He also played football all four years.
In his early years Travis went through the Columbus mini wrestling program started by his father Ed Roark. He was also a state champion during his time in that program.
Travis went to work with his Grandpa Raymond Roark and learned the carpentry trade. He later owned and operated Roark Construction until failing health forced him into an early retirement.
He loved the outdoors and spent most of his free time deer and turkey hunting. His biggest passion was hunting arrow heads and he accumulated an impressive collection. Travis also coached his sons and many others in youth league football, baseball and wrestling.
Survivors include his parents; a brother Matt Roark; his companion Linda Overman; four sons; Zane, Zack, Ty and Sam and two grandsons also survive.
Arrangements are under the care of Bath Naylor crematory. Private family service will be at a later date.