Daniel Funeral Home & Cremation Service

Travis L. Orth

March 22, 1981 – January 13, 2019

Travis L. Orth, age 37, of Menomonie, WI and formerly St. Cloud, MN passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 13, 2019. A celebration of Travis’s life will be held at Joy Christian Center in St. Cloud, MN with visitation services from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday and 9:00 a.m. on Saturday at the church. Funeral services celebrating his life will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 19, 2019 with burial at Assumption Cemetery in St. Cloud immediately following. Arrangements are with the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud.

Travis was born on March 22, 1981 in St. Cloud to Scott and RoxAnne (Lentner) Orth. He graduated from St. Cloud Cathedral High School in 1999, Lawrence University in 2003, Michigan State, and then the University of New England with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Travis married Julia Liebich on January 17, 2014. He was currently employed at TRIA Orthopedic Center in Woodbury, MN.

Travis loved to explore new places, countries, cultures and foods. He enjoyed cooking gourmet meals, spending time outdoors, running triathlons, skiing, golfing, playing hockey, fishing and hunting. But he enjoyed nothing more than playing with and reading to his children. His wife and family-mother, father, sister, aunts, uncles and cousins meant everything to him. His personality, generosity and sparkling smile brought light to everyone he met.

He is survived by his wife, Julia and their children-Keira (age 4) and Liam Orth (age 2); parents, Scott and RoxAnne of St. Cloud; sister, Jenny (Tim) Gertgen and children-Megan and Austin; grandfather, Everett Lentner; inlaws, Bill and Pat Liebich, Carol Govin Springer, Trent (Katrina) Liebich and children-McKay (age 5) and Ragnar (age 1), and Erinn Springer as well as extended family and friends.

Travis was preceded in death by his brother, Matt in 2012; and grandparents, Larry and Sylvia “Bunny” Orth, and Kathryn Lentner.

Memorials are preferred in lieu of flowers.


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My condolences to the family. Please be comforted by the Bible’s promise of the resurrection. John 5:28,29, Acts 24:15

Travis led me to the path of recovery. He was the first doctor I’ve encountered to want to learn my medical background to holistically treat my diagnoses. He continuously possessed each quality one could ever ask of their physical therapist. His support and compassion for all in the workplace also poured over into his family. When speaking of his family, you could sense a dominating feeling of love pour out from each sentence he spoke. I would be lucky to experience the kind of love it’s clear he had for his family and for his field of expertise. He will always continue to be an inspiration for now I will continue my path of recovery in his memory. My heart goes out to the family and friends who lost a loved one beyond too soon. He will never be forgotten.

Rox, my heart just breaks for you and Scott!! There are no words, so I send my love, hugs, and prayers for some kind of understanding and peace. I believe God will guide you through this incredibly difficult time, but it’s clear He has a lot of explaining to do as well!! May His love give you strength and grace to help each other through this pain!!

I had the honor of working with Travis in Willowbrook with Athletico. He inspired all of us to strive to be our best and never settle for anything less. We spent plenty of the work day discussing family/friends and hopes for the future. We shared a passion for endurance sports and, at one point, considered doing a blog together. The goal was to qualify for the Boston Marathon and run it together one day; I will have to carry this on and now run with him in my heart. He will be greatly missed.

Bill and I are so sorry to hear about the sudden death of Travis. We know and love Trent as a part of our extended family, and of course extend this family circle to Julia and the children. Know that you are in our prayers, and that our heart goes out to you.

I had the pleasure of working with and visiting with Travis during lunch hours…I found him to be very kind and personable and he spoke so lovingly of his family and plans for their future. He was truly one of the good guys.. I am so very sorry for the loss of your dear loved one. He will be sorely missed by anyone that was touched by his kind demeanor, co-workers and patients alike. God Bless you all in this heart retching loss of your Travis.

Travis,
My heart misses you. My heart aches for you. Please watch over us. My love to you always.

To the family and friends of Travis, I’m sorry for your loss, In this difficult time God will help you and hold on to you Isaiah 41:10

My Heart goes out to all of you. You are and will continue to be in my prayers.

Gone way too soon for a person that was just starting to change the world. Until we meet again. Much love!

Travis was such a talented physical therapist and positive person. HIs dedication to the care of his patients was noteworthy. I remember first meeting him and how excited I was to send him endurance athletes. I have learned so much from him and for that I am so thankful. Travis you are missed.

I recently started spending more time with Travis as he had an energy for group practice health care. The energy he brought to journal club energized me and I am thankful for our short time together.

Travis was my office buddy. Our desks were shared at work and there are too many times to count where Travis helped me problem solve with patients. As a recent graduate into the physical therapy profession, I viewed Travis as my mentor and loved learning from him. He always would light up talking about his children, wife, brother, and passion for helping others. I will miss his positive energy and the vast amount of knowledge he shared in such a humble way. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone who has been touched by Travis. We are all grieving with you at TRIA.

Travis was a terrific colleague! He was a skilled PT but also so enjoyable to spend time with, especially on our long days in the acute injury clinic. I will miss working with him and I know my patients will miss his care. I wish you all peace.

Dear Dr. Leibich, Keira and Liam,
Cynthia and I send our heartfelt sympathy at this time of great loss. We pray that God will grant you faith and hope during this time of grief. May God bless and keep you.
Sincerely
James Winterstein
President Emeritus
National University of Health Sciences

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Travis L. Orth, age 37, of Menomonie, WI and formerly St. Cloud, MN passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 13, 2019. A celebration of Travis’s life will be held at Joy Christian Center in St. Cloud, MN with visitation services from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday and 9:00 a.m. on Saturday at the church. Funeral services celebrating his life will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 19, 2019 with burial at Assumption Cemetery in St. Cloud immediately following. Arrangements are with the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud.