It was my great privilege to know Roger for twenty something years, and I confess (and I know I speak for many) to being awe-struck by this powerful man: he had a fascinating combination of genius, vision and tenacity. He was generous, charitable and kind hearted. He was a hero in business, enduring many unfair challenges and great stresses, yet was ultimately triumphant. He rose to become one of the great business leaders in the country, revolutionizing the telecom industry to the benefit of millions of users. Though unassuming, his extraordinary natural gifts set him apart, and his razor-like intelligence was evident even in looking at his face. His example of living a purposeful, ethical, successful life will always inspire me. Sadly, he still had much left to give, and he never stopped working. The world has lost a great soul with his passing, though his work remains, and his spirit will always be vividly remembered by those who were lucky enough to know him well.