Name: Visitation for Jack Roper
Start: 2014-03-31T23:00:00.000Z
End: 2014-04-01T01:00:00.000Z
Location: Lucas Funeral Home - Grapevine

Jack Ray Roper, a servant of Christ, died peacefully with his family surrounding him Saturday, March 29, 2014. His long battle with cancer is over, and he is at home with his Savior. Funeral: 10 a.m. Tuesday at White Chapel United Methodist Church, 185 S. White's Chapel Road, Southlake. Interment: Odd Fellows Cemetery, Westlake. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Lucas Funeral Home, Grapevine. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, the family requests consideration of a donation to Forestburg Baptist Church, P.O. Box 358, Forestburg, Texas 76239 or Texas Health Resources Foundation, 612 E. Lamar Blvd., Suite 300, Arlington, Texas 76011, www.texashealth.org/donate. Born June 5, 1953, to Ralph and Beth Burkhalter Roper in Amherst, his family moved to Southlake in 1970 where he met Marta Pollard. They have been married for 38 years. Jack graduated from the University of North Texas in 1974. He began his career in healthcare administration and worked for Texas Health Resources for 32 years. The past six years he loved spending time at his JR Ranch in Sunset. He was proud of his two daughters and delighted in his two precious grandchildren. Survivors: He is survived by his loving wife, Marta Roper; daughters, Rebecca Roper and Julie Roper Elliott and husband, Robert; grandchildren, Katie Grace and Jackson Elliott; parents, Ralph and Beth Roper; brother Steve (Mary); sister, Carolyn; his Empty Nester family at WCUMC; and his THR family.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Mar. 31, 2014.

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Bruce Hammond

April 1, 2014

I am saddened by news of Jack's passing. I worked with Jack at Harris Methodist where we worked together for several years. I am blessed each day for having known him and the assistance he provided me in my work there. Jack was truly a special person and his loss leaves a hole that is difficult to fill. My prayers are for his family, No need to pray for Jack he is in the hands of the Great Physician. God speed my friend.

Susynn and Tony Yates

April 1, 2014

I just heard the news of this this morning. Jack was a dear man who was so gracious and kind, I had the pleasure of working with him at Corporate several years ago. He will be missed, our thoughts and prayers are with your and your family.

Kathleen Lawry Sassman

April 1, 2014

So sorry to hear of Jack's passing. He was always one of my favorite people. Marta, you and your family are in my prayers.

Carol Bolton

April 1, 2014

My thoughts and prayers go out to Jack's family. I have worked for THR for 36 years but only met Jack in meetings during the conversion. I have to agree, when he came into the room he had your attention, later I did find his humorous side. Jack is now going to be with the Lord and I know he will truly be missed by his family and friends. May God be with you all.

April 1, 2014

Marta,you are in our thoughts and prayers-your Fellow 2.0 Israel friends, Jeff and Roberta Frick

Ed Laue

April 1, 2014

So sorry for the loss of Jack.

Nick Carpino

April 1, 2014

A great man whom I greatly respected (and maybe even feared a little, in a good way). It was an honor to have known and worked for him.

April 1, 2014

Marta - Please know my prayers are with you and your family. I enjoyed being with you and Jack on the Israel 2 Trip so very much. It is hard to grasp that Jack has seen the face of Jesus and enjoying the glory of Heaven. May our Lord give you His peace. Friend in Christ, Susan Pigeon, Abilene, TX

Linda Powell

March 31, 2014

Jack, be at rest; your journey is over.

Cathy Johnson

March 31, 2014

I will always cherish how kind you were to me. Ephesians 4:32 - And be ye kind one to another and tenderhearted.
You will be missed!!!

with my parents in Abilene

Debi Feuerbacher

March 31, 2014

I learned of Jack's passing through an old friend from Harris Methodist. This world is truly a better place for the good Jack has done, and his legacy will continue to live in those of us he mentored along the way. May God comfort and bless Jack's family, friends, and colleagues.

Patricia Mc Clure

March 31, 2014

I am sorry to hear,that Jack has passed away.He was my boss for 14 years while working at THR,before retiring.He was a kind boss of whom I could ask anything.Bless his family.He is in heaven now and free from the pain.

March 31, 2014

It has been over 12 years since I worked with Jack at THR. I count it a blessing to have known him and to have called him my friend. Your family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers. Debbie Woodard, Greenville TX

Tanya Mitchell

March 31, 2014

No words can describe how sorry I am for your loss. Jack was a great leader and always made time for people. He will be missed!

March 31, 2014

I started at THR a couple of years out of high school and I remember the first time that I met Mr. Roper. I was this twenty year old kid and he walked into the room and had such a presence about him - I was in awe! From that moment on, he was someone that I truly respected and admired. A few years later he called me on the phone to ask for advice – he was calling ME for advice – wow, that moment meant more than he would ever know. He was extremely supportive and challenged you to be better than you thought you could. Accountability was very important to him. I don't believe I ever saw Jack raise his voice, he didn't have to. He had a way of calmly saying the right thing or pausing at the right moment to get his point across. He meant so much to so many people. He will be missed!

Sherisa Keeling

March 31, 2014

I worked for Jack for 12 years at Texas Health Resources. He was the best boss that anyone could ask for. He was a great guy & loved by many. He will truly be missed. My prayers go out to Marta & his family.

JULIE BRAVO

March 31, 2014

MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE ENTIRE ROPER FAMILY.... THIS NEWS HAS TOUCHED ME DEEPLY AND MY CONDOLENCES ARE FOR ALL HIS BELOVED ONES. HE IS WITH OUR LORD IN A BETTER PLACE AND ONE DAY HE WILL BE REUNITED WITH ALL OF US MOURNING HIS DEPARTURE. -JULIE BRAVO

Mark Teresi

March 31, 2014

Jack, a very fine person with qualities for which all should strive: kindness, respectfulness, calmness, intelligence. A person, whose family may remember with pride. Knowing Jack was an honor. May he enjoy the peace in heaven he richly deserves.

March 31, 2014

I'm so sorry for your loss and know he will be sorely missed. Cindy York

March 31, 2014

I work for THR at the Chase business office. I did not know Jack Roper but my heart is heavy knowing that one of our THR family members has passed. I pray for his beloved Marta and his children, that The Lord give you His peace during this very difficult time. N. Mireles

Amy Crow

March 31, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Clint Hailey

March 31, 2014

To Jack's family and many friends and business associates, I'm sorry for your/our loss. Jack touched many lives and taught many valuable lessons through his professionalism and character. His professional impact on many people extended far beyond THR.

March 31, 2014

"Well done, thou good and faithful servant" is a perfect description of Jack's life and legacy.

Jeffrey Canose
Texas Health Resources

March 31, 2014

Jack was a friend to me, a man of deep faith in God and a great person with whom to work. I will miss him. Jay Beavers, D.Min.

March 31, 2014

The Angels are rejoicing in heaven as one has come home to be with the Lord, He will be missed here on earth but blessed in heaven. To the Roper family I am sorry for your loss I am an Employee of THR of 24 years. Anita Peacock

March 31, 2014

He was a gerat guy. Very thoughtful of all of us. We will miss you.

March 31, 2014

Jack was a sweet and awesome man, who always had time to say "hello".

Linda Moore

James McNatt

March 31, 2014

I worked with Jack at THR. He was a great man. Very smart. Held me accountable, but was always there to help. I am sorry to hear about this, but he is with God now. Your family is in my prayers.

Gina Kinsey

March 31, 2014

I loved working for Jack. He treated me and my family as friends and not just an employee. Our prayers go out to his family. We will miss him very much.

Tanya Derrick

March 31, 2014

Dear Marta & Family,
Jack was a former boss whom I respected and enjoyed working for. He was also a great listener. I loved walking in his office when he had new pictures of the family and grandchildren, he love to brag for good reason! I pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief. With thoughts of peace and courage for you & your family.

Glenda Spivey

March 31, 2014

You will be missed. Prayers for your family.

Todd Hagemeier

March 31, 2014

It was an honor getting to know Jack as a business partner and then as a friend. He will be greatly missed. My prayers to your family.

Julie Caldwell

March 31, 2014

My sympathies to the Roper family. I have worked at THR for 19+ years and have known Jack since I started! He always had a smile on his face and so nice everytime I saw him!

Peace be with you guys during this time!

Margaret McMurtray

March 31, 2014

I will miss seeing his smiling face in the hallways. His love for the Lord was apparent so may all those who knew him and cared for him be consoled by the same Peace of Christ. There is celebration in the heavens for him. He will be missed here on earth.

March 31, 2014

Jack was a man of character and deep, consistently-lived values. He was a friend to many and respected by all. He will be greatly missed. My prayers and thoughts will be with Marta and the family.

Luanne Stout

Manie Campbell

March 31, 2014

Jack was a dear friend .He will be greatly missed .I will say a prayer for his family and loved ones .While we grieve for our loss ,Jack is rejoicing with his Savior in Heaven .

Vicki Saylor-Probes

March 31, 2014

Jack was very special to me. He gave me many opportunities. I began working for him in 1984 and until I left THR in 2008. His trust and support was always there as well as holding me accountable to be the best I could be. He was a great mentor and friend and will be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with his family whom he loved so much.

Jim and Paula Heaton

March 31, 2014

So sorry for your loss. We'll remember Jack as always having a positive attitude...always smiling. His life is a testimonial of faith for all of us. Although we are sad, we know he is at peace.

March 31, 2014

Very sad to see this news. I have known Mr Roper for many years, have worked for THR 36 years he is well thought of and respected. You are in my prayers.
Linda Poor Ft Worth, Texas

Barbara Williams

March 30, 2014

Please know how sorry I am to hear that Mr Roper has passed away, but he is with his Savior and I know that he is very happy. I worked for Harris
And THR at HEB Hospital and the CBO for 20 years and have met him many times at many occasions . My prayers to your family .
Barbara Williams

David Hadley

March 30, 2014

Jack is a friend and mentor. His personal and professional life was a standard I used to hold myself accountable. He gave me opportunity after opportunity to grow and was always there to help resolve issues. He would hold me accountable but always with kindness and encouragement. Even last week as we exchanged text messages, he was hopeful and thankful. We often would share stories about our kids and grands. His love for his family was always evident. A man after God's heart. I will miss his friendship and his wisdom.

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