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Roger Pelkey Obituary
He was born Sept. 28, 1955, in Waterville, the son of Ralph Pelkey and Marguerite Mrowka.
Roger graduated from Portsmouth High School in New Hampshire.
He worked as an inspector at Carlin Switch Co.
He was a volunteer ambulance and firefighter in Rye, N.H., and he also loved volunteering at MaineGeneral Medical Center's Thayer Campus; the people there were like a second family to him. Roger was a loving and kind son and well liked by everyone who met him.
He is survived by his mother, Marguerite Mrowka, and her husband, Richard Mrowka, who raised Roger from an early age. He leaves, his brother, Whyn Pelkey, and his wife, Patricia, of Connecticut; his step-mother, Lois Pelkey, of Augusta; half sister Connie Pelkey of Augusta; and a niece and nephew, Karen and William; as well as many friends.
He was predeceased by his biological father, Ralph Pelkey.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to all the doctors, nurses, staff in the Dialysis Unit as well as the cafeteria and kitchen staff and the many others who knew Roger at Thayer hospital.
A graveside service will be held at a later date in Norridgewock at the Sunset View Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Smart & Edwards Funeral Home, 183 Madison Ave., Skowhegan.
Donations may be made in Roger's memory to a charity of one's choice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Leah Taylor
May 24, 2011
I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know Roger throughout our sessions together. He always spoke of his family and how much they meant to him. My youngest daughter had the opportunity to meet him one day while visiting with me at work and he left quite an impression on her. He spoke to me about how important life is and to let the people you love know it. My daughter and I will always remember Roger.
Connie Pelkey
May 15, 2011
Missing my big brother... looks like the graveside service will be in June. Will post more details as I get them from his Mom.
Barbara Brochu
May 11, 2011
Brenda and I at KVCAP will so miss talking to Roger and the cheer and humor he brought to us when calling for his transportation. Roger and my sister Sandra were good buddies in the dialysis unit at Thayer....We will miss his calls, our deepest sympathies to family and friends of Roger
Maggie Simpson
May 11, 2011
I really enjoyed having Roger as a volunteer at the Thayer campus. Everyone liked him. Roger was very kind and compassionate; he was a source of encouragement to other patients. I will miss seeing Roger.
I am sorry for your loss and please know you and your family will be in my prayers. Maggie
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