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This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Roger Williams, 63, born on July 28, 1950 and passed away on August 26, 2013. We will remember him forever.  He was my best friend and life companion.  I will love him forever.

Roger was born in 1950 in Webster City, Iowa. After he completed High School, he enlisted in the US Navy and was stationed in Vietnam and The Philippines.  He enjoyed telling stories, family vacations, loved to travel and looked forward to sand dune season, playing in the Imperial Sand Dunes, CA. He was an active member of Love of Christ Lutheran Church where he both worshiped and had worked as their Facilities Manager until he retired in 2010. He will long be remembered for his larger-than-life personality, kind heart, big smile and infectious laugh.

He is survived by his wife, Ginny of Mesa, AZ; his daughter, Jennifer and four grandchildren of Stafford, VA; his brother, Terry of Sacramento, CA and many good friends and family.

A celebration of Roger's life and a reception to follow will be held on September 14th at 10:30 am at Love of Christ Lutheran Church, 1525 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205. An online memorial can be found at forevermissed.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250; National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, 901 E Street, NW, Ste 100, Washington, DC 20004 or Love of Christ Lutheran Church, Roger Williams Memorial Fund.

September 2, 2013
September 2, 2013
I have so many memories of our days as kids. You were the brother I did not have and we spent so much time together. We did not stay in touch like we should have, but I have the memories that I will cherish forever. Especially when you lived with us for a while and went to North High School in Des Moines. I thought it was great to have you drop me off at school. Till later, love always.
September 2, 2013
September 2, 2013
Words can not express the way I am feeling right! Daddy I just want you to know how much I miss and love you! You never turned your back on me, even when my decisions caused you pain or you did not understand why i was doing what i was doing! You showed me what true unconditional love really means! I am more than honored to be your daughter and also your friend! I love you so much!! XXXOOO
September 1, 2013
September 1, 2013
It all began with a black pair of wingtips and an evening on the Queen Mary in Long Beach Harbor. Thank you Willy for 27 plus wonderful years of happy memories. I hope you and dad have made it to the causeway. I love you and miss you, your Clem.
September 1, 2013
September 1, 2013
always a loved man i remember the candy and good times going to church and times with jennifer in your basement and kings dominion you were great man <3
September 1, 2013
September 1, 2013
One of the dearest men I've ever known. Been thinking about all the good times we had. How he never could say no to us-once we asked if we could borrow his Jeep and paint it camouflage for VBS-he drove it into the CoC for us and told us to go for it. He was so kind, always went out of his way to help anyone-whether he knew them or not. I will miss that smile and laugh most of all.
September 1, 2013
September 1, 2013
I know we have not seen much of each other over the years. But I do have a lot of memories of when we were younger.I remember going snow sledding on hospital hill, in Webster City, with the whole clan. It was such a big hill then. Then Terry and you came back and laughed as it was not as big as you remembered.So many memories to hold on to.Love you cuz. Say hi to all you join.
September 1, 2013
September 1, 2013
Roger was the extra dad I never expected to have when I moved away from my family into the unknown of Arizona. I didn't expect to find more family in the desert but that's exactly what I found. Not only did he adopt my husband and I he fully adopted our two children and was a wonderful grandfather to them... and the best Hagrid every. I will miss him everyday. Love you Willy!!
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August 27, 2022
August 27, 2022
Hi dad, I can't believe it’s been 9 years since you went away. I still miss you very much and wish you were here! You have always been my rock when I didn’t even think I needed one. You are still not only my rock but my angel watching over me guiding me, protecting me, and teaching me and my children, and now your great-granddaughter, Charlotte! Oh dad she looks just like Markie it’s unreal! I know you see all the drama unfolding in that household so just please keep protecting and guiding Markie and Charlotte in the right direction! We all need you still and will forever. Ginny has met a wonderful man and if you had anything to do with that you did great! He will never take your place but she is well loved and well taken care of and happy the way I see it and I know you would want that! His name is Ben, he has a lot of the same qualities and traits you do. He also loves and treats Wayne, me, and the children exceptionally well! We all love him and are glad they found each other! Desiree is going back to college tomorrow for her sophomore year. She is excited! You would be very proud of her for her schooling and basketball! The boys are doing well thus far in school. Dante is trying out for football Monday, fingers crossed . Derrick is playing soccer through the county. They are growing up very quickly too. Need some work with their attitudes and mouth but they will get it as their older siblings did as well! As far as Wayne and me you can see that for yourself and I also tell you almost every day my feelings, plans wants, and fears my anger and pains. One day at a time and I believe in you and God and more importantly, I am starting to work on believing in myself and loving myself once again, not only for me but for my children and now my granddaughter! Till we talk again, daddy! I love you to the heavens and beyond! XXXXXXOOOOOO
“Your one in a Million”
August 26, 2022
August 26, 2022
Hey Willy, it's been 9 years since you left us to join all our friends and family that went before you. We still miss you. You were such an important part of our lives. Keep watching over Jennifer, Wayne and the kids. Desi is great, she got her heart broken with her first love; however, she's young, beautiful, talented and smart. She'll find that forever woman to share her life. Mark is a father, he is so enthralled with our little Charlie. You would be amazed at how much she looks like him. She is for sure a Williams. However, I believe he has more challenges ahead, custody and such. Watch out for him. He has a great faith in God and Jesus, he prays regularly and is doing a couple daily devotions. The little guys need a bit of life lessons to straighten out their attitudes, but it will come. Jenn and Wayne are working on what their future looks like. Ben and I are trying to keep in touch regularly. Well I better sign off. I love you and will see you when God calls me home. Happy heavenly anniversary my love. Clem. Xxoo
July 29, 2022
July 29, 2022
Well Roger, this is the first year since I met you that I missed wishing you a happy birthday .
Huge storm up here in Pinetop ended with a mess that kept me distracted from the date. Jenn, Wayne and the Roy grandchildren were here for 10 days. It was fun having them here. We all miss you and believe you are watching over us. Happy Birthday love. Xxoo. Clem
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August 26, 2020
7 years Willy.  It doesn't seem that long and yet, it seems as if you were but a dream.  I will remember that weekend,  that seemed like it lasted a lifetime, each day of my life.  I have so many regrets about that Friday and Saturday before you slipped into a coma.  I miss you and am sorry for all the events you have missed with the grandchildren.  They are all super kiddos.  Mark is on a good path with God in his heart.  Desi is getting along, but I believe will need some pushing this Senior year for her. The little guys are so fun to talk to, they are growing up so fast.  I miss them and hope I can see them next year.  Jennifer is going to school and getting her future on track.  I'll see you when I'm called to my heavenly home.  I love you.  Your Clem.  xxoo
July 28, 2019
Happy Birthday, daddy! I’m sure you have had a great day sailing with papa and enjoying your cake and ice cream with everyone in the beautiful heavens above! Dante turned 10 years old today! He’s growing up to be such a handsome smart big hearted young man! You would be proud of him. You would be proud of us all! We have been doing well. I’m in my 4th semester in school and I’m doing very good. Derrick and Desiree are doing very good too! Growing like weeds and growing up to be beautiful and smart as well. Markie you know is in Arizona with Ginny. He is doing very well! You would be very proud of him as I know I am very proud of the young man he wasand man he’s turning out to be!! I miss him very much but I know he did the right thing moving!! Wayne is doing well. Working as a boss at his job and taking care of the family so I can stay home a little longer.  We miss you and think of you so often and speak of you all the time. It hasn’t been the same since you left and never will be but we always know you are with us and watching over us all everyday. I love you daddy and your grandchildren love their papa yesterday, today, tomorrow and forever!!! Forever missed but NEVER forgotten!

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July 28, 2018

Rog, Desi finished her freshman year in great standing.  She made the Varsity girls basketball team

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