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Roger Dale Travis, loving Father and Papa died at age 75, on April 14, 2020.
Roger was born on September 8, 1944, in North Carolina to Vernon and Ruby Travis. He received his Bachelor's of Science Degree in Biology from Campbell University in Buies Creek North Carolina in 1966. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force during Vietnam and was a top pharmaceutical representative for Merck Pharmaceuticals and later Adventis, totaling over 30 years in the industry.
On August 22, 1967, he married Rosa Moore Campbell. Together, they raised their two sons, Michael and Brian, and daughter, Gia. They moved to Gainesville in 1974, and have loved this community ever since.
Roger's true passion was his family. When he wasn't enjoying time with his family, you could find him rooting for the Florida Gators, especially in basketball. He loved studying languages and trivia and coaching youth basketball teams at the Boys Club. His wife, Rosa, started Matchmaker Realty in 1984 and Roger involved himself after retiring by posting quotes on their marquee on Newberry Road for the last 14 years. He will be remembered for his quick wit, his infectious smile, silly jokes, one-liners, ability to make everyone feel comfortable, and his kind, compassionate, and gentle spirit.
Roger was preceded in death by his father, Vernon; his mother, Ruby; his sister, Ramona; and his son, Michael.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Rosa. He is also survived by his two children, Brian Travis and his wife Elle of Huntington Beach, California; Gia Arvin and her husband Scott of Gainesville; his daughter-in-law Allison Travis of Wilmington, North Carolina; his brother Paul Sigmon and his wife Martha of Charlotte, North Carolina; and his grandchildren, Hannah, Jackson, Ruby, Rhett, Lucia, and Avery.
Due to the current circumstances, a Celebration of Roger's Life will be held at a later date, and a follow-up announcement will be published in the Gainesville Sun and on the Williams-Thomas Funeral Home website. In lieu of flowers, Roger's family is asking that you send donations to our local NW Boys and Girls Club of Alachua County at: 2700 NW 51st St Gainesville, FL 32606.
Please visit his memorial page at
www.williamsthomas
funeralhome.com.
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Jerrund Wilkerson
February 21, 2021
So sorry to hear about Roger’s passing. I was also a sales representative for Merck.
I practiced pharmacy for a few years after graduating from UF and Roger helped me connect with the regional office in Atlanta to get an interview to start my career in the pharmaceutical industry. He then served as a mentor! Forever grateful!
Susan Major
April 22, 2020
Roger was a drug rep at UF in Internal Medicine when reps were still allowed in the hospital. So long ago. He is truly the nicest man in the world. After my husband died, I went to a condo at Crescent Beach to heal and who did I run into?Roger and his lovely wife. He recognized me and was such a kind a friendly man to me. That was 13 years ago and I won't forget. He was a fine man and a gentleman.
April 20, 2020
My deepest condolences
Douglas Sigmon
John Sigmon
April 20, 2020
So sorry for your loss. You will be missed Uncle Roger.
April 20, 2020
Dear Travis family. I'm So very for your loss. Mr. Travis always greeted my warmly, something I appreciated more than he knew! Prayers for all, Ruth Davis
Paul Sigmon
April 19, 2020
The Trumpets play.
The Angels sing.
The Gates of Heaven open wide.
Roger Travis has come home.
Kathy Arce
April 19, 2020
Dear Rosa, Bryan, Gia and all of your family: Remembering so many happy, good times with your loving, close-knit family. Roger always provided the comical relief. Mike and Bryan inherited his wit. We last spoke on the phone with Roger and Rosa this past Thanksgiving, 2019. We will see all of you at the Memorial Service and share memories. Rest in Peace, Roger.
With love, the Arce Family.
Kathy, Hugo, Natalie and Stephen
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