Age 62, of Inver Grove Heights Died on December 27, 2012 Preceded in death by his parents Richard and Marlys. Survived by his wife Karen (nee Malicki); daughter Angie; sons Tony and Troy; sisters Vickie (Wally) Christensen and Sandy (Randy) Berger; brothers Rick (Theresa), Bob (Michelle) and John (Renee); brother-in-law Pat (Jen) Malicki; also survived by many other loving relatives and friends. Roger was the founder and owner of Quality Exteriors, Inc. for over 35 years. He was a member of BNI and the South Robert Street Business Assoc. Mass of Christian Burial 11am Wednesday at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72nd St. E., Inver Gove Heights. Visitation 5 to 8 pm Tuesday at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights, 55077 (651-455-2035), and also at church one hour prior to Mass. Burial Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred.
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Roger was a customer of mine, and I was very saddened by the news. He was a great small business owner, and a great man. He will be missed. I send my condolences to the family.
Eric Froemming
March 5, 2013
Dear Karen,Angie,Tony,and Troy, I was a friend of Kristy Malicki's and remember seeing you over at her house. I also went along shopping with Kristy, Angie and Kelley Dorgan when they were in Junior High. I remember Kristy talking about all the fun she would have boating with you guys.I am So SORRY about your husband and dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God be with you. Emma Malicki and Kalli Mogren go to school at the school I work at and also the daycare. They're adorable. Take Care, Kari Wohnoutka
Kari Wohnoutka
March 4, 2013
I cannot believe this. I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband, I only learned of this 1/25. Our deepest heart felt sympathy.
Daryl and Alaine Hauck
January 26, 2013
Sorry to hear about your loss Angie Tony and Troy
jeromy anderson
January 14, 2013
I would like to say my thoughts and prayer's are with you all. I will miss seeing Roger drive by our house and wave.
Sue Latvis
January 4, 2013
Karen,
We were so sorry to hear of your great loss. We are thinking of you and sending heart healing energy your way.
Take Care, love to you.
Terri and Herb Holman
January 4, 2013
Karen,
So sorry to hear to hear of Roger's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts!
Hugs,
Tina (your favorite waitress)
Tina
January 2, 2013
Roger was a super guy. He did work on my home in West St Paul years ago. We have kept in touch over the years as Roger drove by and stopped to visit at my home on Sperl St. I often dropped by his office and enjoyed our visits. He will be missed
Norm Reicher
January 2, 2013
to karen and kids i am so very sorry for your loss roger was one of the kindest men ive evermet my thoughts and prayers go out to u all
tom anger
January 2, 2013
Karen and family
My prayers and thoughts are with. Roger was a great man, he will always be in our memories.
Peace be there for you.
Kathy, Wade and Beth
K Conway
January 2, 2013
He was such a great guy and will be missed!!
Toni Gilbert
January 2, 2013
Rick & Theresa & the Staples family. We are so sorry to hear about Roger. Our thoughts & prayers go out to you. Lots of Love. Babs & Dean
Babs Swearingen
January 2, 2013
May the love of family and friends carry you through your grief.
Gary and Lynne Emms
January 1, 2013
Karen and family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in this time of sorrow
"Factory Direct"
Bruce and Rene MacKissock
January 1, 2013
Karen,
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. We remember the good times boating on the St. Croix. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids. Mike and Nancy Vogt
Mike and Nancy Vogt
January 1, 2013
Karen, Angie Tony and Troy. My heart is heavy with pain and sorrow at the loss of your father. I not only loss a client, but a true friend. He was so very proud of his family and spoke of you often. I will miss his great smile. My deepest sympathy to the family.
Irene Harrison
January 1, 2013
We are so very sorry to hear about the loss of Roger. My heart breaks for you all. I pray that you find the strength that can only come from our Heavenly Father to help you in the coming days. Please know that we will be praying for you all. I will miss Roger at BNI!
John & Lisa Hoeft
Lisa Hoeft
December 31, 2012
I was so shocked to hear about Roger, he just gave us a bid for next spring to do gutter covers.I did not know him well he is in BNI with me. I know this is a hard time for the family. Our prayers are with you.
Kathleen Kincade
December 31, 2012
Cousin Karen and Family:
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family! Words cannot express our sorrow with you at this time. You will remain in our hearts, thoughts and prayers.
With Love, Cousin Leslie, Tim and Alex Bradley
December 31, 2012
Dear Karen,Angie,Troy and Tony,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during thid difficult time. Roger was a wonderful person and a super uncle to Barry and of course the girls.He will be truley missed by all.
Dan and Deanna Mogren
December 31, 2012
Dear Karen,Angie,Tony, and Troy
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Roger was a great guy and will be missed by all.He was a wonderful uncle to Barry and The Girls and will truley be missed.
Dan and Deanna Mogren
December 31, 2012
I have only known Roger for a few months through BNI, but knew upon meeting him that he is man of integrity that enjoyed living to the fullest. Much of his presentation time with us focused on family and boating! He took great pride in working hard and playing hard. My sympathy to the family during this time of loss.
Darin Wald
December 31, 2012
Tony you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Shelly Schoenbauer
December 31, 2012
I was shocked and saddened to read of Roger's death. Although I never met his family my sincere sympathy goes out to all of them.
Roger and Quality Exteriors did all the replacement work on our home's gutters, siding, windows and roof. Roger also put me in contact with another reputable company that restored the insulation in our house. I feel extremely fortunate to have been able to know Roger and to do business with his company. I was consistently pleased with the quality of their work and with the personable and professional individuals that Roger had on his staff. The first time I met Roger I knew I was dealing with a fair and honest man. When I called Roger I knew the job would get done right.
The local community has lost a truly outstanding individual in Roger Staples.
My thoughts and prayers are with Roger's family and friends.
Jerry Wilczyk
December 31, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Jacque & Bill Wallace
December 31, 2012
We were shocked to see Roger's obituary in the paper today. Roger was an absolutely stellar guy. We met him many years ago as customers. Throughout the years and the various improvements he made to our home, Roger would stop by and say 'hi'and visit for a while. He was always interested in how we were doing and how he could help us in any way. I would run into him in Menards, and frequently referred customers to him. He always had kind words to say. I never hesitated in referring Roger to do a job for a friend or family member because I knew that he would always deliver the very best. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all as you grieve the loss of such a vital, caring guy. May God comfort you as you seek His mercies in the days ahead. Our sincere condolences.
Ken & Marcia Petersen
December 31, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Roger. I knew Roger from Humboldt High School. Please accept my deepest condolences, God bless your family in this time of sorrow.
Kathryn Colton Shaw
December 30, 2012
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Byron and Deb Ambright
Byron Ambright
December 30, 2012
So sorry to see roger passed. What a great friend and he did many jobs for our family. Rick we are so sorry. Our love and prayers to entire family.
Lonny and janet Ambright
December 30, 2012
Karen, Angie, Tony, Troy and Family-
Our hearts ache for you and your loss. May you find comfort knowing Roger has been welcomed with loving arms by our Heavenly Father and family members who passed before him. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Please reach out to us if there is anything you need.
All our love...
Ben, Rishelle, Cody, Sevanah, and Luke
The Davidson Family
December 30, 2012
Karen, Angie, Tony, and Troy,
I was so sad to hear of the news of Roger's death. May you feel the peace and comfort of God's love as we continue to lift you in prayer. Love and Hugs, Laurie and Bruce
Laurie Paulson
December 30, 2012
Cousin Karen,
We wish we could be with you and the rest of the family during this time but you will be in our thoughts and prayers. We will see you as soon as possible.
Love you all,
Cousins Loren and Gail
Loren and Gail Laskow
December 30, 2012
Karen, Angie, Tony, Troy, and family~ Our hearts ache with sorrow for your loss. May you find comfort knowing this amazing man was welcomed with loving arms by our heavenly father and family members who passed before him. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Please reach out to us if there is anything we can do.
With great love... (Ben, Rishelle, Cody, Sevanah, Luke)
Dear Dad in Heaven
I sit here and ponder how very much
I'd like to talk to you today
There are so many things
That we didn't get to say
I know how much you care for me
And how much I care for you,
And each time that I think of you
I know you'll miss me too.
An angel came and called your name
And took you by the hand and said
Your place was ready in Heaven, far above . . .
And you had to leave behind,
all though you dearly loved
You had so much to live for, you had so much to do . . .
It still seemed impossible, that God was taking you.
And though your life on earth is past,
n Heaven it starts anew
You'll live for all eternity, just as God has promised you.
And though you've walked through Heaven's gate
We are never far apart
For each time that we think of you,
You're right here deep with-in our hearts. (Author Unknown)
The Davidson Family
December 30, 2012
Karen, We were shocked to hear of this tragedy. We will surely miss him on our annual trips and Marks shows. Know that you & your family are in our prayers. With love.
Jim & Dottie Perrault
December 30, 2012
Sandy & Randy, So sorry to hear about your brother, my condolences to you all in your time of sorrow, I read the obituary of Roger, while I was looking for my cousin obituary, he died Christmas Eve. God Bless you all
Contact me.
Linda Duerscherl-Niewinski
December 29, 2012
Tony has been a very special friend of our family. We know his father raised a great guy. We are truly sorry for your lost. Peace & serenity
Sara Bernhagen & family
December 29, 2012
Dear Karen, Angie, Tony & Troy,
What a shock it was to hear of the death of Roger-I am so, so very sorry for your loss.
He was such an awesome guy, easy to know & like. We exchanged 'waves' often as he drove past my house to/from Quality Exterior. Likewise, he was a “Quality” guy! It is unconceivable the many losses your family has suffered in the past few years and now, your dear Husband & Father. Yet, I am struck by the incredible strength, support & strong belief in the Lord shared by your amazing family during these sad times. My prayers are for God to wrap His loving arms around all of you now, lighting your way to His peace & comfort.
Bearhugs, Laurie Gravelle
Laurie Gravelle
December 29, 2012
Love and miss you big brother. You will always be in my heart.
Sister Sandy & Randy
December 29, 2012
I love you uncle Roger. You will never be forgotten!
Joanna
December 29, 2012
Karen, Angie, Tony, and Troy,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Roger was a stand up guy who touched so many lives. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Tim & Barb Biljan
December 29, 2012
Roger you surely will be missed.
From All of Us at Associated Bank
December 29, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you.
Marv & Audrey DuFresne
December 29, 2012
Roger is a one of a kind guy. Always friendly and helpful. Our thoughts are with you Karen, Angie, Tony & Troy.
Steve & Sue Erickson
December 29, 2012
Words cannot express the sorrow felt when we got the news. Roger was a great father, husband and just a wonderful guy. We feel bad that we can't be there with you but hope to be back in time for the service. Love you guys, Jim, Nancy, Ben, Zach and Elliott
December 29, 2012
Tom Herzog
December 29, 2012
Words cannot express the sorrow we felt when we heard about Roger. He was a great guy and a fantastic father. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you and we hope to make it back in time for the service. Jim, Nancy, Ben, Zach and Elliott, we love you guys!
December 29, 2012
God must have needed another angel. Roger will be greatly missed in our little neighborhood. He always had a smile and a wave when he drove by. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Staples family.
Rod & Judy Lucero
December 29, 2012
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