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The Teacher, The Man, The Greatness of his passion and influence on so many of his students lives. I really appreciate the impact he's had on my life. Michael K Rucker
Michael Rucker
December 16, 2025


Franklin, Wisconsin
Feb 22, 1933 – Feb 18, 2017 (Age 83)
Gifford, Roger Roger H. Gifford, age 83 (born 2/22/1933), passed away peacefully early Saturday morning, February 18, 2017. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 61 years Ruth (nee Stephan), and his four...
Read MoreThe Teacher, The Man, The Greatness of his passion and influence on so many of his students lives. I really appreciate the impact he's had on my life. Michael K Rucker
Michael Rucker
December 16, 2025
Mr. Gifford was a wonderful teacher and mentor. He took his students and our artwork seriously, and was patient and kind despite our teenage hijinks. He was a bright spot in my Bay View years and I still think of him often.
Eileen Early
December 06, 2023 | Student
He was the one man Who changed my life forever he introduced me to Art and I’ve loved it ever since I thank you from the bottom of my heart R.H.I. Mr. Gifford (aka) Mr. G Your friend Mark Williams class of “83
Mark Williams
October 21, 2020 | Student
Roger had a wonderful career. He touched the lives of many in a very positive way. He was a good man. He will be missed.
Ron and Judy
February 23, 2017

"The Great pyramid" oil on panel by Jacob A Pfeiffer
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Gifford. I was lucky to have him as my art teacher in the Art Satellite program back in 1991 while I was attending the Milwaukee High School of the Arts. I have been a professional fine artist for 22 years thanks to Mr Gifford's early influence and encouragement.
Jacob Pfeiffer
February 22, 2017 | Madison, WI

Last summer
Hi: Rog.
Your baby Brother will miss you very much. I can't get a flight out of Vegas. Now I am getting sick.
You missed your Birthday so I could not call and give you A hard time. I will all was be thinking of you. Say hi To Ma and Pa
Love Mike
February 22, 2017

The FTD Faithful Blessings Bouquet - VASE INCLUDED
Gina Sullivan
February 22, 2017 | Neenah, WI

Mr. Gifford......the best teacher i had all four of my years at Bay View High School. I thoroughly loved every one of the many art classes you taught. My time spent as your student always made me feel like I was doing something right. Thank you, kind Sir. RIP.
Judy Moore Hepting
February 22, 2017 | West Chester, OH

Mr. Gifford ....the best teacher I had all 4 years at Bay View High School. Enjoyed every one of the classes you taught, where I always felt like I was in a place that I completely belonged. Thank you. RIP kind Sir.
Judy Moore Hepting
February 22, 2017 | West Chester, OH