Roger Louis Gentile

Roger was such a strong influence on me that still today I am in the wine industry. He was not just a mentor but a great friend over the years. Every time I saw him it was as if we had never been apart. He was always a joy to see and hang out with. I cannot believe it has been 8 years since his passing, although there is not a day that goes by that I do not think of him. He is truly missed in mine and I am sure others, worlds. Laura you are in my thoughts and prayers!

I was stunned to be informed of Roger's passing two months ago. After moving from Columbus I made infrequent trips to his store, sadly none recently.
Roger was a giant in his field. More than that he had the most winning personality, a welcoming smile, a real joie de vivre that was his characteristic. His advice about wine was unerring. I fondly remember our many get togethers at The Wine Sellers. My sincere condolences to Laura and Rog's family. May God rest his soul.

I just learned of Roger's passing and was so sad to hear the news. I'll always remember the many Wine Dinners that Roger and I did together at the Bexley's Monk and Bistro Roti with great fondness. Just sharing the time together with Roger and Laura was always a pleasure. My deepest sympathies to Laura and the family

Roger stole my heart the first time I heard him speak. He will continue to be in my heart forever. Thank you dear friend, my life has been blessed to have known you!!! Rest in peace!

I grew up accross the street from Roger (Big Roger) with his boys Little Roger and Brian. He was a really fun person and always gave me a special greeting. I love that Jelly Bean was mentioned in his obituary. My thoughts are with you Brian, Mia and Roman. Many fond memories of you all.

We thank God for the gift of Roger. He touched so many lives-even from great distance or passage of time. The entire Gentile family and loving wife Laura are extraordinarily special. When Roger said on the first day of first grade at St. Christopher School that he would be my friend forever, his extraordinary generosity, wit and humor had already taken hold. We wish for his beloved grandson, Roman, that he will have lifelong friends like his very special grandfather.
May God bless...

So sad to learn of Roger's passing; so young. I will always remember when I was a kid, Gentile's monthly delivery of beer and pop to our home in University View, the Fishman house on Hess Blvd. It was a celebration for us kids to get to drink pop. Heaven is blessed to have you and I hope that you have all the wine you want there to celebrate! Save some for us!

Roger taught wine tasting at OSU. I took his class starting in 1976. I joked I passed wine 1 but failed wine 2 five times. Laura, we think of you.

Roger was one of my most favorite special events vendors. I had the pleasure of working with him for several years. He always led my clients down the right path with their wine selections and always came through for me in a pinch. Not to mention he was always caring, funny, and thoughtful. I am truly sorry to hear of his passing and wish his loved ones the best during this time.