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Roger Prince

1935 - 2018

BORN

1935

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2018

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Hilliard-Rospert Funeral Home Inc.

174 North Lyman Street

Wadsworth, Ohio

Roger Prince Obituary

Roger Prince

WADSWORTH -- Roger Prince, 82, of Wadsworth, passed away Saturday, March 17, 2018.

He was born May 11, 1935 in Ironton, Ohio to the late Floyd and Martha Prince. Mr. Prince was a graduate of Wadsworth High School Class of 1953, was a self employed graphic designer, artist and owner of Roger Prince Design. He wanted to always be near a window to see the trees, sunshine and loved the outdoors. His life was spent in the arts; he enjoyed music, especially classical and jazz. He had a great sense of humor. At the age of 10 he wrote a comic strip for the Wadsworth News-Banner and was a talented painter.

Roger is survived by his son, David of New York City; sister, Mona Jenkins of Savannah, Ga.; his life long friend Rick Hoffner of Akron; and his former wife, Teri (Dibble) Surratt.

The family will receive friends 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Hilliard Rospert Funeral Home, 174 N. Lyman St., Wadsworth. Graveside service will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.

Hilliard-Rospert

(330-334-1501) www.HilliardRospert.com

Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Mar. 20, 2018.
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Finally found this photo. So glad we got to see you on our last visit to Ohio!

Stephane Saurer

May 6, 2018

Roger was one of the most influential friends in my life. We worked together at Morgan Studio, and he helped shape my tastes, my art, my life....I hope he is enjoying his new space.

Linda Tirk

Friend

April 24, 2018

Enjoy the view, Roger.

Ron Dearth

April 3, 2018

My very dear friend and mentor was a creative giant, a great racontuer and lover of nature. I will never be the same.

Richard Hoffner

March 31, 2018

many good memories. i'll never forget you Roger.

dave smith

Friend

March 29, 2018

John Plunkett

March 24, 2018

John Plunkett

March 24, 2018

I'll miss you and our really, really long talks.

Dianne Hollenbach

Friend

March 22, 2018

Stephane Saurer

March 22, 2018

Extending Our Deepest Sympathy to the Family during this time. Our Prayers and Blessings are with You.

Kim Harrison, JW

March 21, 2018

My condolences to Roger's family and friends. I have fond memories of Roger. When I was a child, my Uncle Ray Smith used to run me around with him and would often see Roger. He was witty, always kind to me, and took the time to listen to me. One of my favorite impressions was his version of my Aunt Olive, we would laugh and laugh, he did it perfectly! I also remember a dog he had named Stash. I asked him why his name was Stash and he said Because when I give him a bone, he stashes it followed by an example where he threw his dog a bone and he immediately stashed it under a pillow on his couch. Any friend of my Uncle Ray was a friend of mine!

Denny Smith

March 21, 2018

We lived next to Roger in the 1960's and 1970's when he built his A-shaped house on Akron Road (route 261). My sympathy goes out to his family and friends.

Joan Beach

March 21, 2018

We Love you Uncle Rog

Brad Stephane London Grayson Saurer

March 20, 2018

March 20, 2018

We love you Uncle Rog.

Brad Stephane London Grayson Saurer

March 20, 2018

William Cox

March 20, 2018

Brad Mardis

March 20, 2018

Sharon Saurer

March 20, 2018

Dear Rick and Family,

I am so sad to hear of Rogers passing. Roger was a dear friend and there was always so much to appreciate, enjoy, and love about him. He found such pleasure in living and everything he did, he did with such art and grace. He appreciated everything, from the joy and delight that characterized his friendships, to his keen interest in music, art, history, and politics. He was a shrewd judge of character and intellect. His sense of humor and his mimicry was always flawless.He appreciated nature whether taking a daily walk or nurturing his plants on his beautifully designed and planned balcony. Everything that Roger did, he did with tremendous style and beauty. Roger was gentle and kind to all.

Lori Baff

Lori Baff

Friend

March 20, 2018

Cody Saurer

March 20, 2018

March 20, 2018

Jason Saurer

March 20, 2018

I'll miss your emails, Rog. They were always so insightful, humorous, your play on words. When did we meet? 1960 or 1961? So long ago. You were a breath of fresh air, my friend.

Sending our best to all of Roger's loved ones.

Paul & Faye

Paul Sedlock

March 20, 2018

Gary Lambillotte

March 20, 2018

Barry Saurer

March 20, 2018

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Hilliard-Rospert Funeral Home Inc.

March 20, 2018

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174 North Lyman Street, Wadsworth, OH 44281

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