Roger F. Fasting

Roger F. Fasting, 81, passed away March 22, 2023 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, NC from complications of Parkinson’s Disease.

Roger was born February 18, 1942 in Brooklyn, NY. He was the eldest of three children of Helmar and Ruth Fasting. He attended the University of Rhode Island before graduating from the US Naval Academy, Class of 1965. He served for five years including two tours to Vietnam and one tour to the Mediterranean. After leaving the Navy Roger earned a Master’s degree from Iona University. He began working for AT&T where he remained until retirement.

Roger is survived by his wife of 50 years Elizabeth Ann (Smith) Fasting, a brother Paul Fasting (Sandra) and nephews Roger and Mark Fasting.

Roger and Ann lived and worked for many years in San Francisco and retired to Las Vegas, NV. Roger was a keen sports fan, particularly collegiate basketball and football. He loved to play cards and visit casinos. Before his health failed he was an avid golfer, hiker and cyclist. He was a kind, generous man with a wry sense of humor. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to the Parkinson’s Foundation.

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