Possibly the sweetest, most positive guy I have ever met. I was so thrilled to see his friendship with Darnelle unfold and turn into true love and a happy marriage. He packed a lot of goodness into a too short.  This breaks my heart. 

We lost track by the end of the 70's but I'll always remember your generous and inviting spirit. You always lit up the room when you showed-up. We had some of the best parties up on your Auntie's house at 338 Sycamore Street and at the Ecorse house. Your stories were incredible! The one about Nipper was a belly buster! We tore it up Bro. A part of my heart goes with you. Much love.

Roger, you will be missed terribly here on Earth, by all your many friends and Loved ones. You are now in a better place, with no more pain. I am so glad you found happiness with my friend, Darnelle. You both were blessed finding your Soul mate in life. We will never forget you!

Darnelle, I thank God for the day your wonderful Roger came into your life.
Roger brought a sparkle to Darnelle that ALL of us could see. Roger, a man of kindness, smiles and strength. A man that loves his Darnelle....theirs is a beautiful love story. Until you are reunited. ❤️
Hugs to you dear friend.

Oh Roger, you were the man! You, once again, gave me somebody to look up to and strive to be just as good. You were always the light and never the darkness. Your laugh was infectious. You brought happiness to my mom and fulfillment to our family. There will never be anybody like you. You promised me another beer together, and I'm going to hold you to that. But until that day comes, keep the beer on ice and please watch over us all and continue to guide us like only you know how to do. Heros never die completely, they live on in our hearts forever. I love and miss you my friend.

My sweet Roger, I miss your smile, your laughter, dancing in the kitchen or on the patio with you, talking for hours with you, or just sitting with you playing board games. I miss all the fun times we enjoyed together going places or staying home. I miss us both sharing little things, everything! I miss working in the yard together. I miss trying new recipes for you, while you experimented with different dinner cocktails I miss you breaking into a silly song just to make me laugh. Not a day went by that we didn’t laugh. Sitting on the patio or the front porch just isn’t the same without you. I miss you thanking me for any little thing. I miss your kiss and you holding me in your loving arms and always making me feel safe, your hugs were the best! We were truly meant for each other and had such a perfect love. We were both blessed to find that in each other and I’ll always be grateful for the time we had, the memories, and I will forever love you. Best years of my life!
Your loving wife, Darnelle