Mar 14, 1939 - Apr 26, 2010
Phyllis, I wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you find comfort in all of the wonderful memories.
Nancy (Cobb) Litwinski
April 30, 2010 | Oviedo, FL
Roger, a friend who has left this place to go to a better place...I too will miss your hugs and smiles....so many people love you and will miss you...Those who knew you know that your happiness came from Phyl and the children. I know you and my dad will have a meeting as soon as you get there...
Diane Longley
April 30, 2010 | Woolwich, ME
very sorry to read this
your 1957 classmate
always enjoyed seeing both of you at class reunions.
robert armand langlais
April 29, 2010 | Westerly, RI
Being a cousin in the McNelly Clan, is a life time of love no matter how often we see each other. Living away from Maine kept me from seeing you folks but I always felt loved when I saw Roger. He would give me a big hug and welcome me like I'd seen him yesterday. That is what being a McNelly is all about. Know that I love you all and wish you peace and comfort.
Linda (Haley) Jackson
Linda Jackson
April 29, 2010 | Akron, NY
Phyllis, Aunt Debbie, Roger and Dave. I'm so sorry for your loss, Roger was a wonderful man. Always there waiting for a hug at family events. Blaine and Kevin, you two know what a wonderful grandfather you had, he was very special and will be sadly missed.
Love you all.
Melissa Wallace
April 29, 2010 | Bath, ME
Phyllis, Dale, Tami, family and friends: Although our hearts are heavy, I can forever picture a laughing Roger telling his stories especially the ones about Saint Phyllis, the women he loved and the women who loved him with all his faults. I picture him with that stupid toothpick in his mouth that he seemed to make disappear when he gave his hugs. I will remember the grace of God that lead him to soberity and stayed with him providing the example and encourgement that I needed in my own...
Wendy Wright
April 28, 2010 | Bath, ME
Phyllis and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Roger will be missed at the bowling alley! My thoughts are with your family.
Debbie Speed
April 28, 2010 | Wiscasset, ME
Debbie,David,and Roger, I am saddened to hear of your father's passing. I truly loved him. From the many years at the bowling alley, to the frequent banquets at the Post Home, to those memorable road trips, (you know the ones I mean)he was always a good sport. I send along to each of you my thoughts, prayers and a big hug. Your dad gave the best hugs.May the memories shared bring you peace and comfort at his most difficult time.
Vicky Coyne
April 28, 2010 | Norwich, CT
Roger will be missed at bowling! He is a great man and will forever be remembered!
Sheri Howe
April 28, 2010 | Brunswick, ME
West Bath- Roger V. McNelly, 71, of West Bath, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 26, 2010 at Mid Coast Hospital in Brunswick. Roger was born in Island Falls on March 14, 1939 the son of Verl and Helen Gray McNelly. The family moved to Bath in 1940, where he attended Bath schools and graduated from Morse High School, class of 1957.On March 16, 1957 he married Phyllis Gagner and together raised 3 children. In 1958 Roger went to work for Bath Iron Works as a pipe fitter, retiring after 43 years of service in 2001. He found retirement to be too much work so he took up commercial clam digging as a hobby.When Roger wasn't working he could most always be found relaxing at Camp Nok-A-Buck III, a family camp in Dyer Brook, Maine, where he loved to fish and hunt.Roger was an avid bowler; he belonged to the Post 21 League for 35 years. He enjoyed gardening and reading in his spare time, however his family was his greatest love. Spending time with the grandchildren and great grandchildren always made him smile. Roger was also a proud member of AA. This year he received his 23rd chip.He is predeceased by a brother Edgar L. McNelly.Roger is survived by his loving wife of 53 years Phyllis of West Bath, 2 sons; Roger McNelly Jr, and David McNelly both of West Bath and a daughter Deborah Wallace and her husband Blaine of West Bath, 3 brothers Jeffrey McNelly and his wife Laura of Waldoboro, Everett McNelly and Dale McNelly both of West Bath, grandchildren; Elizabeth McNelly, Andrew McNelly and his wife Lori, Kevin Wallace and Koree, Blaine Wallace and his wife Mary all of West Bath, and great grandchildren; Elijah Wallace, Casey Wallace, Neisa Wallace, Jovey Wallace and Bryce McNelly all of West Bath.Visiting hours will be held on Thursday April 29, 2010 from 5:00pm – 7:00pm at the David E. Desmond & Son Funeral Home, 638 High Street, Bath, Maine. At the families request there will be no funeral service at this time.Those who wish to make a memorial donation in Roger's name may do so to the Bath Area Senior Citizens, 45 Floral Street, Bath.If you wish to share your thoug
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