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for Roger Reese
Barbara Perl/Perlmutter
February 6, 2020
Every Christmas when they play carols I remember Roger singing at Beverly Vista
Betty Porter Bagdasarian
February 1, 2020
Roger was an important person in my life. We grew up in the same neighborhood just three blocks apart. The two of us were known for our pranks ! We thought it was fun but the neighbors had different ideas. In high school Roger continued his leadership gifts. His girlfriend, Jeanne, was my best friend. We were all a close group. Roger car pooled several of us in his "not so up to date" version of an automobile -------no back seat. Two in the front and three in the back sitting on stools !!!
Roger was always there encouraging those around him. He was my pal.
Nancy Schwartz Young
March 2, 2015
Funny memories or rolling up to red lights on Wilshire Blvd. and trying not to stop before they turned green. I'll always remember him fondly.
Kevin Reese
March 2, 2015
Thank you everyone for your kindness and support. If you knew my dad, have a cup of coffee in his name. If you didn't, know that he was the best man I will ever know, and the only thing he'd want is for you to spend some time and smiles with the people you hold dear. And maybe the next time you need to hail a waitress, shout "NURSE!" for him, will ya?
Ruben Hueso
February 27, 2015
Roger served as Assistant Scoutmaster, Advancement Chair and Merit Badge Councelor for Boy Scout Troop 121 based in Echo Park. He was a mentor and good friend of all our adult leaders and he was personally responsible for helping six of our Boy Scouts earn the Eagle Scout rank with his convincing salesmanship. He donated a vast array of camping equipment to Troop 121 and devoted countless hours to the troop teaching merit badge classes at his apartment in Hollywood. He will be tremendously missed by all the Boy Scouts, parents and adult leaders in Troop 121. He was a bright light that continues to shine in our next generation of young people. He was a wonderful grandfather to all our boys and he planted a seed in them that will last forever. Roger was funny, long winded, inspirational, enlightening, thought provoking,inquisitive, witty, humble, lovable, warm, sweet, kind and was a friend to all. What can I say. He was part of our family and we will miss him terribly. Bravo Roger for the love you gave us! We salute you!
Michelle Reese
February 17, 2015
Daddy, I love you. It is so neat to see all the people you have warmly told me about here. May you walk in the house of the lord forever. Thank you Ruben for, doing this for, us. Dadda I know you are with me, thank you for, being such an excellent guide. You are my happy thought and I am glad you are nor in pain any more. Congratulations on all your triumphs. Kisses
Bud Brandt
February 10, 2015
Like many of Roger's family and friends, I was saddened by his passing! I was privileged to carpool with him as a freshman at BHHS, with Jeanie Porter and Barbara Blair. He was also a good role model to me as a football player. Yes, he will be missed!
Bud Brandt-(61)
February 10, 2015
Like many of Roger's friends and family, he will be missed! As a lonely freshman, I had the pleasure of carpooling with him, Jeanie Porter and Barbara Blair. I looked up to him as a good role model and quarterback on the football team!
Bud Brandt-61
February 10, 2015
Angelic voice at Beverly Vista programs, a lovely memory. What a nice guy. Barbara Perlmutter
Irwin Zeke Warsaw
February 9, 2015
My deepest condolences to
Roger's family. His genuine
friendliness, warmth, optimism & keen sense of humor will be
missed. I'll always remember
our great lunches together.
Carolynne Brandt Effron
February 9, 2015
I was so saddened to hear of Roger's passing. He will always be remembered by all of our classmates from Beverly Vista and BHHS. He was all smiles whenever we passed him in the halls; and always helpful and polite to everyone.
February 9, 2015
Michelle, I lost your file and number. I went back to Sawtelle to see you dad and he wasn't there. I was told he was at Brotman. I called there and they had no record. Now I get an email about his passing. How sad. My oldest friend. The first person I ever met in California 68 years ago. My sympathy to goes out to you. Burton Rosenberg
Sanford aka "Schully" Schulhofer
February 9, 2015
A fond farewell to you, old friend. Your teammates and classmates from the BHHS Class of '58 will miss you and cherish our many memories of you.
Stu Roy
February 9, 2015
Shocked to read the news. Brings back many memories of BHHS days. May he rest in peace knowing that he had many friends who feel the loss.
Tom Moore
February 8, 2015
RIP good friend. It was a wonderful life and you have many friends feeling the pain today.
Linda Swarzman
February 8, 2015
Roger is affectionately remembered from his Beverly High School days. He was a well like and admired Student Body President. May he rest in peace.
February 8, 2015
This is, indeed, sad news. Roger was a dear, close friend. We lived a few short blocks apart growing up. We built "forts" and concocted "mud pies"together. We attended grammar school--high school. Roger had this car with no back seat ! But he managed to car pool several of us---we sat on wooden stools ! Never a fender bender ! Always on time--arriving one minute before the bell ! I have so many memories. I loved him, as did so many.
Alice Blair Simmons
February 8, 2015
Such sad news. May Roger now rest in peace and may his family be comforted in knowing he is in a better place. I have known Roger since kindergarten but lost touch in more recent years.
February 7, 2015
As the days and weeks pass, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Julie Smith Merholz
February 7, 2015
Wonderful memories of you in Beverly Vista and high school. Wish your life had been easier for you.
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