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Roger A. Spicer
1945 - 2017
Roger A. Spicer
1945 - 2017
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Roger Spicer Obituary
Roger A. Spicer, 72 of Sioux Falls, SD, passed away peacefully at his residence on Thursday morning, July 6, 2017.
Roger Spicer, son of Clifford and Minnie (Groth) Spicer, was born on March 20, 1945, in Sioux Falls, SD. He grew up in Sioux Falls and received his education, graduating from Washington High School in 1963.
He married the love of his life Donna L. Wheeler on July 30, 1966.
After school, Roger enlisted with the Air National Guard. Upon his return, he worked at John Morrell and Co. until retiring after 46 years.
His life was filled with many family and friends that loved him. He cherished time spent in the great outdoors.
Grateful for having shared his life are his wife Donna Spicer, Sioux Falls, SD; son Chad Spicer and his wife Amber, Sioux Falls, SD; daughter Tonya Burd and her husband Brian Evans, Sioux Falls, SD; brothers Eugene Spicer, Pipestone, MN; Donald Spicer and his wife Jackie, Bloomington, MN; grandchildren CJ, Jason, Jamie, Abby, Zane, Katie; and many other relatives and friends.
Roger was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Marilyn Callahan and Connie Rang; and a granddaughter Brooke.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be directed to the Sioux Falls Humane Society or Dakota Wesleyan Men's Basketball.
Memorial visitation with the family present will be from 5 to 7 pm on Monday, July 10, 2017, at the Miller Westside Chapel, 6200 West 41st Street. A memorial service will be held at 1 pm on Tuesday, July 11, 2017, at the Miller Westside Chapel.
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Dave Holmoe
July 16, 2017
Donna and family,
I just returned to Sioux Falls from California and was saddened by the news of Roger's passing.
I remember the many fun times we had in days gone by. His sense of humor was infectious and it was really enjoyable to be his friend. The memories are many and I trust they may help you through this difficult time. Roger will be greatly missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with
the Spicer family.
Charney Gonnerman
July 16, 2017
Roger and I attended junior high and high school together and both graduated in 1963. Sending condolences. Charney Zieghan Gonnerman.
Jamie and Terry Myers
July 13, 2017
So deeply sorry Donna and Tonya and family for the loss of such a beautiful fun, funny, above all family man. Donna our hearts especially go out to you, as you lost the greatest love and partner of your life. Whats awesome is you two did just that! Made beautiful happen in your family! Keep do in it sweetheart! Love and prayer to all the Spicer family. God Bless. Roger will be do missed by all.
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Stephanie Donahue
July 10, 2017
To the Spicers,
I know that Roger was a great family man, a man who loved his wife, his kids, and his friends! I am so sorry for your loss Tonya & Donna and the rest of your family as well!
I know that my dad, John, was deeply sad to here that Roger had passed. Its very tough when God has been calling a lot of his friends home.
My heart goes out to you in this time of sorrow! You will be in our prayers! Love you Tonya~
Stephanie Donahue
Gary Oren
July 9, 2017
Donna
My deepest and sincerest condolences to you for your loss. You probably don't remember me from grade school, but that is alright. Please know that you are in my thoughts. He looks and sounds like a very good person, and I know he was because you married him. Good thoughts to you.
Betty Harwig
July 9, 2017
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Jim Durfee
July 8, 2017
So sorry to hear of Roger's passing. I really enjoyed being his friend and he will be greatly missed by all that knew him. Never forget the card games!!!
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