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This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Roger Ulehla, 46 years old, born on August 27, 1966, and passed away on July 22, 2013. We will remember him forever.
July 27, 2021
July 27, 2021
Still inspired by you, Roger, or should I say "Ricardo Weller".
You knew how to live life to the fullest.
August 29, 2020
August 29, 2020
Still missing my best mate even after all the years that have passed. Thinking of you always.
July 22, 2020
July 22, 2020
Cant believe the time has gone so quickly Roger, we all still miss you :(
April 23, 2020
April 23, 2020
Last week I ordered a case of Paul Osika wines from a wine Merchant in Sydney.
They arrived yesterday and when I got home to unpack I had memories of Roger & his beautiful family who first introduced us to this wine via a visit to the winery in Graytown Vic. He is the reason I love this wine today and is now one of my families favourite wines!
Cheers Roger!
August 28, 2018
August 28, 2018
Roger, years have passed and still think about you always and more so
on your Birthday. Still missing you mate.
July 22, 2017
July 22, 2017
"Roger, Four years passed and still think of you every day. Sadly missed mate.
August 26, 2013
August 26, 2013
Happy Birthday to my wonderful Uncle who I had the pleasure of having in my life for 28 years. You were taken from us much too soon but every day I cherish the memories, stories, red wines and laughs we were able to share together! You are greatly missed by all and I know you are watching over us today and always. I love you Uncle Rog, always and forever xoxox
July 31, 2013
July 31, 2013
"Roger, the gentle giant. Such a caring, considerate and smart person. (THE ULTIMATE MAN) who loved his cars/bikes but would do anything for his beautiful family. Such happiness you have brought to Debbie over the years and the joy of three beautiful children. I would have loved to spend more time catching up as I loved the conversations we had. Gone to soon!! R.I.P
July 31, 2013
July 31, 2013
Roger, you were a fantastic bloke, so full of life with that uncommon easy sense of humour thats so clear in all your photos. Your beautiful children are credit to you and Debbie. You are and will be missed by many friends and family, but always remembered when I see a monaro, a motor bike on the black spur or enjoy a glass of red wine. Vale.
July 31, 2013
July 31, 2013
No one could asked for a better mate. Such a great loss to everyone who knew you. I keep thinking "it's just not fair" and can hear your voice reply "neither is Lionel Rose's arse!"

May your memory and stories bring joy to the world for many years to come.
July 31, 2013
July 31, 2013
Apart from seeing a small factory in Coburg i remember one story about a man nicknamed Penguin by some guys in Germany. George can tell the story better but having arrived in a german winter Roger didn't have more than slacks and a shirt when he turned up. The Penguin had arrived!

You will all be in our prayers!
July 30, 2013
July 30, 2013
A true gentlemen from the moment i met you , and then you just kept adapting and evolving into a loving husband and then a fantastic dad. Very fond memories of our interactions and a smile on my face when i saw how much love and happiness is in your family . Live on in Spirit forever and continue to touch hearts of your loved ones for eternity !
July 30, 2013
July 30, 2013
"Roger, you were one of the most caring, kindest and easy going man, husband, farther and friend that I've had the privilege of meeting and getting to know. You will be truly missed but not forgotten by all. RIP forever in our hearts"
July 29, 2013
July 29, 2013
The world lost an amazing man, wonderful husband and loving father!!
Roger you will be truly missed but have left behind such a beautiful legacy....Your kids still bring life to the house and it is such a wonderful gift to Debbie. Your memories will live on in there minds and hearts forever.
July 29, 2013
July 29, 2013
Roger, you made the world a richer place through your presence, and your family and friends are poorer for your untimely passing. I really enjoyed the occasions we worked or chatted together over the last 10 (or so) years, and will think of you often. May you rest easy in peace. Goodbye, mate!
July 27, 2013
July 27, 2013
Roger, I'm so glad i got to meet and spend time with you and your beautiful family. You were a wonderful husband to Debbie and a doting and loving father - so clear for all to see how much you loved your family. I know Michael loved to chat to you about cars and hear you laugh at all his crazy car purchase ideas! R.I.P Roger, you will be greatly missed by all who knew you. Gone to soon.

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July 27, 2021
July 27, 2021
Still inspired by you, Roger, or should I say "Ricardo Weller".
You knew how to live life to the fullest.
Recent stories

I won't back down

August 6, 2013

Roger grew up riding his bike before the 'compulsory helmet' law. One day riding without a helmet in Doncaster (near Caringal Ave), a passing police car decided to pull Roger up & give him a fine. That was fair enough, but when he went to ride off home, they stopped him again, and said he wasn't allowed to ride without a helmet, and he had to walk. Of course, a stand-off ensued, since Roger felt it was unfair to force him to walk, since he'd already copped the fine. A increasingly heated discussion followed, then another cop car turns up (this time a paddy wagon). By now Roger is standing up on the pedals, shouting at the cops that the're just a bunch of revenue-collectors, and they should be out catching real crims.

This went on for some time, with a few neighbours coming out to watch the sport.
 An impressive scene, I was assured.

I'm not 100% sure how it ended, I think the police were called away (to do some real work), Roger promised not to ride without a helmet....until they were safely out of sight.

sharp eyes

August 6, 2013

Despite suffering a childhood injury with scissors that gave Roger a distorted pupil, he had excellent eyesight. 

One Saturday while riding his pushbike around, Richmond, Roger spotted 'Batch' (Mr Batchelor, a Monaro-driving, Napoleonic class teacher) and 'Hammett' (the young female librarian) together, walking out of the Hilton on Wellington St.

First thing Monday morning, Batch summoned Roger to his ‘crows nest’ office, locked the door and threatened him with a raft of threats inclduding to fail him in whatever subjects he could, if he told anyone. Needless to say, Roger didn't heed the threats, and it was way too late anyway since he'd already told plenty of us. The session in Batch's office simply added extra spice (and credibility) to the story.

 

 

the language teacher

August 3, 2013

The Ulehla family car for many years was a white LH Torana (maybe someone can add a photo?). This car shared many qualities with Roger himself; solidly built, incredibly reliable, and with some surprising hidden abilities. Roger found out that 'Torana' is an aboriginal word meaning 'to fly', and decided to share this knowledge with the four of us in the car at the time, driving through Coburg (near Dave Mielak's place). But Roger knew actions speak louder than words, so rather than simply announce this trivia, he demonstrated by launching the car over a railway crossing. All 4 wheels left the ground, heads hit the ceiling, we landed with an almighty thump and continued on. Only after his passengers asked "why ?" did he explain "torana means to fly in aboriginal" - a fact I'll never forget as a result of Roger's lesson.

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