Dr. Roger Rollin

I remember Dr. Rollin from shortly after he came to Clemson, taking a couple of his classes. I would see him from time to time at theater productions and even saw him perform in On Golden Pond. Though we intersected only briefly, it always seemed we had much in common (or maybe his teaching was more subtle than I knew). I suspect he gave that impression to most people he met.

I knew Professor Rollin since 1984 as his graduate student first and later as a friend and his junior colleague. Professor Rollin was a demanding teacher. He expected a lot of students, which was quite fair because he believed in us.

Professor Rollin worked hard in the classroom. He brought it---brought it everyday. His Renaissance class was known to be very difficult because he set such high standards for student work. Yet the class was very popular among students because it was...

Our community, our world, is a lesser place with Roger gone. He is sorely missed. We can rejoice, however, for the blessing of knowing him. Healing thoughts go out to his family in this time of sadness.

Sincere condolences to the family. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure in your heart and it lives forever. May the wonderful treasures fill your hearts with love and bring you peace, Hosea 13:14.