Lisa and Eric. I’m so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. I just stumbled upon it today. So sorry for your loss. Helena and Trevor Briscoe

Lisa and Eric: I was deeply saddened to read of Rogers passing. He was the best boss I ever had and he always treated Jules and I like family. Some of my wildest memories were made at Aroma Coffee Services and these were wonderful years. I was so lucky to have Roger and Ilona in my life and I will always treasure my special memories of great trips, celebrations and learning all about sales. I want to share a passage that was passed along to me that I thought you might appreciate:

There are four things in this life that will change you:
Love, music, art and loss.
The first three will keep you wild and full of passion,
May you allow the last to make you brave. (E.V.V.)

Forever in my thoughts and prayers - Petra   

On behalf of the Southern Chapter of La Ronge fishermen, we would like to offer our sincere condolences on the passing of Roger. We always looked forward to spending a day in the boat with Roger ( aka - Boss Hog) as some would call him. Roger was a consistent participant in this outing, and was a very competitive fisherman. he loved besting his boatmates in the number of fish caught, and most importantly 'the size'. I personally loved to hear the stories of his youth, including his professional football career, as he loved to talk about this topic in depth. He also had the 18' aluminum boat named after him ' The Jolly Roger', was aptly named. you sure had to have your head on a swivel, when he fired up the old Mariner 40hp. With one strong pull, the 'old smoker' would begin its agonizing journey to the next fishing location. Through cold , drizzling rain, or scorching heat, Roger was a great captain, and held fast to the tiller, seeking the best spots for Lakers and Walleye. He was very generous to the fishing party, supplying his coffee, and some fine wines, scotch and after dinner port. He was also a BBQ specialist, cooking up some of the largest prime rib roast i have ever seen, on the briquette BBQ - always cooked to perfection. He made the biggest and best chili on chili night as well. We explored some of the most beautiful places on La Ronge, and enjoyed the 'Kramer Philosophy', as the day went on. We will remember Roger for the kind gestures, his competitive nature, and infectious smile as well as the comradery shared during these adventures we all looked forward to. I could write so much more on the stories, the triumphs and tribulations from these trips, and will always of fond memories of a great fishing buddy. RIP Roger - you made this world a better place......Tight Lines my friend.

Eric and Lisa, with a heavy heart our deepest condolences for the passing of Roger. He was a great mentor to me, I learned a lot from him, he was a wonderful friend and business partner. In the memories that we all have of this great man, may we find peace. Eric and Lisa, In your friends may you find strength to endure the Sorrow.
Love
Rino Filippelli and Family

Lisa and Eric, we are so sorry for your loss. We remember Roger as living full and active life, first in athletics and professional football and later in business endeavors. Many years past, but there was one time we were invited to have breakfast/lunch with him and we enjoyed ourselves very much. We know had he lived closer he would have spent more time with his family, especially his mother, Tillie who loved him so much. We are sure he lived a rich full life.

So many memories of my step father Roger.. he was the big friendly giant.
- Years ago while I was a broke student going to school in Vancouver my Dad was undergoing a kidney transplant back in Edmonton and Roger took it upon himself to book me a last minute flight to come home and be with my Dad. He called me and said “ok I got you a flight, and it leaves tomorrow morning”. I was speechless!
- Mine and my husbands wedding was hosted at the lake where mom and Rog built their retirement home. Rog and my mom stood with us under the “chuppah” where we said our vows. The wedding arch/chuppah had hanging flowers all around and roger was so tall that he kept getting tangled in the flowers. Everyone couldn’t stop laughing including Roger!!
- many many family holidays spent out at the lake together where we sang by the campfire, country music blaring, and the most amazing food
- so many laughs and inside jokes, Rog will be forever missed and loved

Being four years apart Rog and I more or less went our separate ways it was later
we would come together in the transfer funds to his account, the bank in New York wanted to send him Canadian money even though he had requested he be paid in American money. We finally got them to send him American dollars instead of Canadian money. We grew closer together visiting Rog and Ilona on a trip we took across Canada on the Rocky Mountaineer. We spent time with them in Edmonton. We had a good time visiting and staying with them and Ilona wanted us to stay. Still remember the view of the Mormon Statue that we could view from the room we were staying in. From there we took Via rail to Jasper where we boarded the Rocky Mountaineer for the trip across Canada. We enjoyed our time together before leaving. Enjoyed the trip across Canada to
Vancouver. Our taxi driver to the airport complained about how much they paid him we gave him a handful of Canadian money which made him happy before boarding the plane and flying back to Hawaii. Somebody from Calgary visited Hilo and when I mentioned my brother played football for Calgary he recalled how many pickled eggs Rog could eat after a game. I admired my brother for all his accomplishments, he was a well rounded person. will miss him as his passing leaves a void in my life.

So sorry to hear of the passing of cousin Roger, especially since he had just had his 84th birthday and nothing was mentioned of his declining health. Only saw Roger on occasion when he'd come back to visit but he always remembered the names of his family members. He was a BIG and GENEROUS man in all respects and I remember him as very jovial. Love the pictures and see quite a resemblance in him and my dad, his Uncle Bud....that's the Brouwer in him. Condolences to you all.