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Roger SCHALNAT Obituary
Age 82, of Kettering, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2022. Roger was born October 16, 1939, in Dayton to
parents Walter E. and Margaret M. Schalnat who preceded him in death. His sister Sylvia J. Croop and brother, Walter E. Schalnat Jr. also preceded him in death.
Roger is survived by his wife, Theresa; children Guy (Ria) Schalnat of Kirkland, WA, Boyd Schalnat, Matthew (Tracey) San Diego, CA, Christopher (Trish) Schalnat of Beachwood, NJ, Kevin (Sarah) Schalnat of Springfield, Ohio, and Kim Schalnat-Roland (Lanny) and 6 grandchildren, Annie, Ethan, Granya, Connor, Lizzy and R.J.
Roger was an ordained minister for 57 years in the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America. He served in various congregations throughout the Dayton area over the years as well as Graceworks formally Lutheran Social Services. For the last
several years, Roger was a faithful member of Faith Lutheran Church in Dayton as well as their visitation minister. He was a financial planner and worked at Tudor Financial for many years. Roger is a member of the Dor-Wood Optimist Club. He is a great supporter of We Care Arts. Roger is an avid Indy Car race fan and attended the Indy 500 for 50 years.
A Visitation will take place Saturday, June 11, 2022, from 10:00 – 11:00 AM at Faith Lutheran Church, 3315 Martel Drive, Dayton, Ohio 45420. A Funeral Service will take place at 11:00 AM and a luncheon will follow the service at the church.
In Lieu of Flowers, Memorial Contributions in Roger's name may be made to We Care Arts, 3035 Wilmington Pike, Kettering, Ohio 45429. www.wecarearts.org.
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Judy Nassmacher
June 11, 2022
Roger was always joyful. His smile wass contagious.
Kathi & Manos Manoussakis
June 11, 2022
We are so sorry to hear of Roger´s passing. We first met him when he was pastor at Mighty Fortress. He was such a nice and caring man who helped us and my parents (Ann & Dick Payne) over the years! He will be sorely missed! RIP Roger! Our condolences to the whole family!
Becky Hansen and children
June 10, 2022
Roger's smile, laughter, sense of humor & welcoming personality will never be forgotten.
Steve andMary Kauflin
June 10, 2022
My first memory of Roger was to coordinate a huge party to thank all our volunteers at Bethany and Lutheran Social Services over 40 years ago. Many memories have been shared since. He was such a good man and will be truly missedRip. Love to his family.
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