Photo courtesy of Swartz Funeral Home - Flint
Flint, Michigan
Mar 7, 1945 – Dec 12, 2020 (Age 75)
THAYER, Roger Lee "Butch" - Of Swartz Creek, age 75, died Saturday, December 12, 2020 at his residence.
Cremation has taken place.
Contributions may be directed to Dravet Syndrome Foundation or Carriagetown Ministries.
Roger was born in Flint on March 7, 1945, the son of the late Hillman and Ruth (Goodrow) Thayer. Roger served in the United States Navy. On April 10, 1971, he married Ruby Belden at Friends Church in Lupton, Michigan. He was employed with General Motors Flint Metal Fab for 36.5 years. He was a member of Living Word Family Worship Center in Mt. Morris.
Surviving are son, Shannon (Kim) Thayer;
daughter, Kelly (Steve) Brown;
grandchildren, Brooke (D.J.), Mitch (Renee), Eric, Hunter, Sahara (Jacob), Brittney (Alan), Karah, Allison, Clint Jr. (Averey).
great-grandchildren, Jack, Carter, Steven, Dawson, Hope, Alannah, Payton, Henrik, Owen, Henry and Raelynn;
and sister, Janet (Keith) Jones.
He was also preceded in death by his son, Clinton Thayer Sr., sisters, Beverly Lyle and Roberta Huisman, and brother, David.
"That Christ is magnified in my life, whether by life, or by death."
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Brenda and I are saddened to learn of Roger's passing. Please know that all of his family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Howard & Brenda Albers
December 17, 2020 | Warren, MI | Family
So sorry to hear about Butch. Hadn't seen him in several years, but many good memories growing up. You are in our thoughts. Rick & Sue
Rick Goodrow
December 17, 2020 | Shelby, MI | Family
I will always remember his laugh- he had such a good laugh. He always dared me to do the silliest things in school (I of course obliged), and his face would turn as red as his hair. I have so many good memories and will treasure our friendship always.
Nancy (Brodie) Glazier
December 16, 2020 | Friend
I love you grandpa and miss you like crazy.. I hope you're having a blast up in heaven! Until we meet again. -your granddaughter fanny may mcgray aka Allie
Allison Brown
December 15, 2020 | Davison, MI | Family
So sorry for your loss. He was a great neighbor, living next door when I was growing up. Thoughts and prayers for the family.
Jeff & Karen (Sanders) Burt
December 15, 2020 | Neighbor
I am so sorry for the loss of your brother Jan and also for the rest of his family. I pray for God's comfort and peace for you. God bless.♥
Sharon Burrows
December 14, 2020 | Leavittsburg, OH | Friend
Love you grandpa, see you again someday.
Hunter Thayer
December 13, 2020 | Dewitt, MI | Grandchild
He was a very good man. Have many good memories of him when he attended CalvaryTemple when my Husband Jack Bowen was pastor. He will be missed. Praying God will comfort the family. Love to all. Emilee Bowen
Emilee Bowen
December 13, 2020 | Mt Morris, MI | Friend
