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Roger Whittaker
1936 - 2023
Roger Whittaker
1936 - 2023
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BORN
1936
DIED
2023
Roger Whittaker Obituary
Roger Whittaker was an English folk singer and songwriter best known for his version of "Wind Beneath My Wings," as well as "Durham Town (The Leavin')" and "The Last Farewell."
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(Photo: AP Photo/Eckehard Schulz)
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Danny William Agapas
May 30, 2025
Roger has done a lot of classic songs that touched the hearts of so many people. After he passed away it was his "Last Farewell", and he entered Heaven's gates the next day to find "A New World In The Morning"
Rose Beach
May 29, 2025
His songs and voice bring peace to my heart.
Sue Brown
May 28, 2025
To his family, what a gifted singer Roger was. My mom introduced his music to my young daughter and myself in early 80s. Unique quality to his voice that caught my ears! You Are Beautiful was our favorite.
Thank you for sharing your talent with the world and you live on through . RIP
Sue Loggans
March 22, 2025
Had the honor of seeing you in concert in New Orleans. RIP.
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Rose
February 5, 2025
I listen to his music and feel sad that he's gone.
Noah Frank
February 2, 2025
His musical voice became very sentimental and very talented that Roger Whittaker will always be remembered as a devoted global artist and his music will live on forever. Thank you for the memories and you will always be in our hearts forever.
Ryan Gatien
December 16, 2024
I know I'm late. I went through my grandmothers records a couple years ago and came across one of Rogers records. I'll admit, I kind of laughed and thought it was kind of funny stuff at first, but something made me come back to that record a few months later and I started listening to Durham Town and his other works and I really did fall in love. Believe it or not, I was cooking up a French dish when I was singing his cover of The Lion Sleeps Tonight, when I found out about his passing. I know Roger Whittaker touched many peoples lives, in his many years of singing. I hope you know he touched a young 20 somethings heart as well before his passing. I will share his music with my children and grandchildren. I will do my part to make sure the great Roger Whittaker lives on. God bless you all.
Kristy Sensabaugh
November 3, 2024
I used to set with my dad at the kitchen table, playing games and listening to Roger Whitaker. I was 6 then, that was many many many years ago. I still love and listen to his music, and think of my father, who has passed, and the memories me and daddy and Roger shared. I didn't know he had passed. Thank you Mr Whitaker, for your beautiful voice and music. Always Kristy sensabaugh
Rose Beach
October 5, 2024
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Maureen Van Pelt
October 3, 2024
I feel so sad! I didn´t know that Roger died! I was listening to him singing for the last hour and then came across his obituary! He had such a soothing voice! He´ll be so missed by his family and all his listeners.
Rebecca Farren
September 12, 2024
My Dad passed away recently & loved him . His favourite song was Streets of London. We had this played at his funeral. My son got married two months later & was saddened his Grandpa never made it but as a tribute my son requested I danced with him. When the song came on, it was Streets of London. So sad but a truly beautiful tribute to my Dad .
May you rest in peace x
Jack McCormack
July 11, 2024
I had a lot of his records and saw him in person around 2000 at Sun City West, great performer
RB
April 9, 2024
A wonderful singer. He is missed. May God be with his family.
Philadelphia
December 11, 2023
Remember loss is shared by friends who care and that you're in our thoughts and prayers.
emma williams
November 28, 2023
I was so mesmerized with Roger Whittakers music in my younger days, and still am. Having an executive husband and 4 sons, his music always soothed the savage breast, they say. Thank you Roger, especially Wind Beneath my Wings...RIP and sympathy to his loving family
Lois J. Kirkpatrick
October 3, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. My Parents had all of his 78 rpm records and I grew up listening to Roger's records all times of the days and night!!! I would sing along with him laying "under my covers." My Mom played his records at all times of the day or night and would "sing along" with the record(s). His records were a great part of my upbringing11
VALERIE PARKER
October 2, 2023
I GOT TO MEET ROGER WHITTAKER AT BBC RADIO MERSEYSIDE BACK IN SEPTEMBER 1992 WHEN RADIO MERSEYSIDE PRESENTER BILLY BUTLER HAD HIM AS A GUEST AND WHAT A LOVELY MAN, ROGER THAT IS. WAS RATHER HOPING TO MEET HIM AGAIN BUT UNFORTUNATELY THAT WON'T HAPPEN. I HAD ALL HIS MUSIC IN RECORD, CASSETTE AND CD FORMAT AND SIGNED PHOTOS OF HIM. THE ENTERTAINMENT WORLD HAS LOST A TRUE GENTLEMAN AND A LEGEND.
Sammie Douan
September 25, 2023
I got to see him preform many years ago, what a great talent!!!
Linda Kay Russell
September 25, 2023
Your heart soon will be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Ken and Linda Kearley
September 24, 2023
We have all of Roger's albums and CDs , we saw him twice at Massey Hall Toronto and once at the Kitchener Auditorium , Wonderful performer and singer. He will live on in his music.Sincerest sympathy to his family from mysef amd my husband. Rest in Peace.
Sheri Oosting
September 24, 2023
He sang to my heart. His music calms me and lifts me up on wings of Eagles. He is singing in Heaven. Was blessed to see him in concert. We will be planting trees in his memory. Peace
Glenn Posey
September 24, 2023
I liked his performance of "The Last Farewell." I saw the pollution film where he sang the title song "No Blade of Grass."
Chris
September 23, 2023
I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Roger Whittaker. May God give you comfort and peace as you mourn his loss.
Tommy Coleman
September 22, 2023
A friend of a friend, Charles Stewart and I went to a used record store in Ann Arbor, Michigan in 1986 or so and he was determined to get some Roger Whittaker albums, which he did. I knew of Roger from TV ads but had never listened to his work. It was a awesome experience... The Last Farewell, Durham Town, his version of Kilgary Mountain (Juice of the body, indeed!), Whistling songs!... and Charles favorite, The one they call the foe... not the title but that's what he called it... Been a fan ever since, countless times in the car or at home... Never got to see him live though. Thanks Charles and Thank You Roger!
Chris Davis
September 22, 2023
I met Roger, by chance, at Sears in Edmonton, AB. He was so unassuming but a warm and delightful man. I was thrilled to meet him as he was and still is one of my favourite singers. Loved to hear him whistle. The picture showing of him here definitely shows the essence of the lovely man he was. Such a loss for his family but lovingly remembered by all who knew him.
Mr JR.
September 22, 2023
My condolences.
Beth Setchfield
September 21, 2023
His voice was pitch perfect and the way he sang was pure joy. His humor was always on display and I´ll be getting some of his music out to enjoy again. I was sad to see he has passed because I know there will never be another like him. Rest in Peace sir, you´ve earned it.
Joe Dagon II
September 21, 2023
Condolences to Roger Whittaker Family and Friends. I seen him at The State Theater of Easton Pa.18042. [email protected]
James M. Nelson
September 21, 2023
Enjoyed his records and one concert performance in Greeley, Colorado. An event I will always remember. One of my favorites. Jim Nelson
Charlene Clark
September 21, 2023
Heard about a 'ship that lies waiting in the harbor' and was hooked for life. I'm thankful that we 'shared' a lifetime. Your music could make me cry and feel good about it. How goofy is that. Your presence has blessed my life and your spirit and your songs, live on. And I am tankful.
Philadelphia
September 21, 2023
Your heart soon will be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Albert Alioto
September 20, 2023
If Mr. Whittaker had done nothing else but "The Last Farewell," that would still have been enough for the rest of us to always be grateful to him.
Gina Ventola
September 20, 2023
I am a big fan of easy listening music, though most of it I prefer to be instrumental. Roger Whittaker's vocal songs belonged on my Easy Listening playlists and tapes, too, though, namely long time favorites "The Last Farewell" and "Durham Town". Those can be listened to over and over again for years before they finally start to wear down. "The Last Farewell" was mystical and reminded me of Disney's Pocahontas & John Smith, though it was a favorite long before that movie came out.
Elizabeth Bell
September 19, 2023
R.I.P. Roger
Rosaline Everatt-Stoneman
September 19, 2023
My heartfelt condoléances to Natalie Jessica and Guy , feeling your pain and your loss..thank you Roger for having been such a good influence on Oliver..May you rest in peace...Rosaline Everatt-Stoneman.
Dave Mann
September 19, 2023
Condolences to Roger Whittaker's family. I was privileged to see him perform at the Star Theater in Merrillville, IN over 10 years ago and it was one of the most memorable concert experiences. A great and unique performer!
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