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ROGER HELDMAN Obituary

Roger Heldman Sr. Roger passed peacefully in his home January 29, 2011. He was born in Deer Lodge, Montana to George and Clara Heldman and was 89 years old. Roger was preceded in death by his wife Ellie, his son Roger Jr. (Bud), and his brother Russ. He is survived by his granddaughter Yevette and her mother, Leta Heldman. Roger's longtime companion, Linda, passed away Feb. 1, 2011. Roger was one of the previous owners of Day Island Marina. He enjoyed the boating community, Fircrest, Hawaii, and his dogs.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Feb. 6, 2011.

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Ed Metz

February 8, 2011

Roger joined the Great Marina in the SKY and will have peace for ever more. Bless you. I worked at D.I. from 1965- 1975

Dave Snow

February 6, 2011

I am sorry to hear of Roger's passing. I worked at Day Island Marina during the mid to late 1970's and Roger, Bud & Russ made it a great place for a kid's first job. Roger was a good man & I will miss him.

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