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Roger W. Jepsen

1928 - 2020

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Roger Jepsen Obituary

Roger W. Jepsen, 91, of Eldridge, Iowa, died Friday, November 13, 2020 at the Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House. Arrangements: at The Runge Mortuary.

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Published by The Rock Island Dispatch Argus on Nov. 15, 2020.

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Connie Delong

November 9, 2024

I remember going to the Capital for a school strip. I got to see him again. He signed my autograph book and gave us all a flag sticker. I'm 69 now and I still have that sticker. We lost a great man and God got a great man to be his angel. God bless you Mr Jepsen. Your kindness changed my life. RIP

Jack and Genie Schinckel

November 9, 2023

We have so many good memories of Dee and Roger and family. I almost feel like we are part of the family. He was also Jack's Company Commander in the Army Reserves for a short time. My Mother and sister both worked for Dee and Roger in their home. We extend our deepest condolences to the Jepsen family. Genie and Jack Schinckel

Sharon Kieffert (Ramsey)

November 9, 2023

On the anniversary of this great man I just want to say he will be forever in a wonderful place in my memories. I send my love to the whole family.

Connie Delong

November 9, 2023

Mr Jepsen was my Sunday school teacher. He was a very nice man. God has a good angel with him. RIP Mr Jepsen

Jack & Genie Schinckel

November 9, 2021

I have many good memories of when my Mother and Sister worked at the house of Roger and Dee and watching the kids grow up. May God's peace be with you!

Gina Bessey Zimmerman

December 27, 2020

My Dearest Dee and Jepsen family - so very sorry to learn on this morning´s Meet The Press that Senator Jepsen had passed away. My heart is broken for so many reasons. He was the love of your life and it now seems that we are loosing that greatest generation. I am deeply saddened. Please reach out to me and let me know how I may contact Dee. You all are in my heartfelt and loving prayers during this difficult time of grief.

Kevin B Hunter, St Louis MO

December 18, 2020

I read this today and, without hesitation, extend my deepest condolences to my classmate Craig, dearest of friends Debbie and the entire Jepsen family. Mr. Jepsen was blessed to have lived such a full life and will certainly be loved in his death.

Rest In Peace Sergeant, we've got your watch

steven johnson

November 30, 2020

i remember him from grant school i went to school with his daugher debbie he be missed

Matt & Shelley Lucas

November 29, 2020

Very sorry to hear the loss of your father. May he Rest In Peace.

Connie Davis-DeLong

November 23, 2020

When I was in grade school we went to the Capital. I remember Mr Jepsen coming out if his office and talking to us. He even signed my autograph book. He was a nice man. I have thought of him throughout the years. I'm sorry for your loss

SYLVIA EVANS

November 19, 2020

Praying for your family in a special way today. With you in heart. Thank you for sharing online.

John Tuthill

November 18, 2020

Craig and Pat our hearts go out to you and Your family. It´s been an honor to know of Roger through you and we thank you for that opportunity. We will keep you in our prayers... Godspeed, John & Michele

Jeanne Wonio

November 18, 2020

Craig, Mike and Emily and family,
Roger was a blessing to many in Iowa. Treasure and share the good memories. Keeping your family in my prayers.

Jeff Tucker

November 18, 2020

Debbie, so very sorry to hear of your Father's passing. He certainly led a very full and exciting life! Our thoughts and prayer's are with you and your family.

HELEN MARQUARDT

November 18, 2020

SO SORRY TO LEARN OF YOUR LOSS. jUST FOUND OUT ABOUT IT. i HAVE BEEN OUT OF COMMISSIOUN (SP?) i BLACKED OUT AT HOME AND FELL DOING SOME DAMAGE TO TO MY RIGHT THUMB, SCRAPED ABOVE MY LEFT EYE PLUS BRUISES. I HAD BLACKED OUT, i DIDN'T KNOW WHAT WAS HAPPENING. SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.. TALK TO YOU LATER. HELEN

Jack & Georgine (Genie) Schinckel

November 18, 2020

To the Family of Roger Jepsen: We were very sorry to hear about Roger's passing. May God give you comfort and peace. Your family has been so kind and supportive to my family over the years. God Bless You and Yours! Jack and Genie

Maggie Liske

November 18, 2020

Our deepest sympathy for Craig, Pat and your family. May your memories sustain you during this time of grief. And may the life you each live be a testament to the values your Dad & grandfather taught you.

Jeff & Maggie Liske

Mike Hetherington

November 18, 2020

Roger was a terrific mentor and role model. Powerful personality, positive and with that Jepsen twinkle in his eye. Great memories - may they be yours as well.

Veronica Deevers

November 17, 2020

My deepest condolences.
Many fond memories from long ago when my mother, Meredith, served under Gov Ray and had many dealings with Roger and Dee.

Dixie Westphal Kurtz

November 17, 2020

Debbie, Ann and all of your loving family. I´m so sorry for your loss and your broken hearts. I remember so many years ago when we were young and our parents were here. "Sigh" those were the days. I´m keeping you in my heart.
Dixie Westphal

Sharon Kieffert (Ramsey)

November 17, 2020

What a special life. I will always be grateful Roger would include us kids in outings with your family. He helped my mother get her beauty shop established by getting a variance for a residential area. Us kids had a good life because of it. Your family will always hold a special place in my heart.

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