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Roger Mann
1941 - 2025
BORN
1941
DIED
2025
Roger Mann Obituary
Born and raised in Milwaukee, Roger was the only child of Ruth and Adrian. He and Judy met as teenagers at a church camp. The result was a 66-year, love-filled marriage.
Roger's broadcast journalism career began in radio at WTMJ in Milwaukee with stints at WEMP and WISN radio. His television broadcast career began in Madison, Wisc. at WKOW after which followed career moves throughout the country. His great professional joy came from his time in Madison leading WKOW's efforts with the Jerry Lewis Labor Day Muscular Dystrophy Telethons. He and Judy also led group trips to Hawaii which remained a favorite location and provided them with treasured friendships and memories. In his 70s, he returned to journalism with AC Business Media, producing and anchoring a regular digital newscast: The Construction News Tracker.
He is survived by his wife, Judy; children, Kristine (Warren) Flitcroft, Karen (Dennis -deceased) Lanham, Kathleen (Gary) Boyer, David (Ashley Bodmer), and Kimberly; along with his cherished grandchildren, Claire (Sam), Lindsey, Kayla, Danielle (Tyson), Jessica (Connor), and Matt (Jennifer); his great-grandsons, Dylan, Henry, and Benjamin; step great-grandsons, Wesson and Stetson; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He never stopped trying, working, loving, tinkering, improving, and caring. His lesson to his kids: always leave with a kiss and hug.
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Chuck Schell
October 5, 2025
I am very sorry to hear of Roger's passing. I was fortunate to work weekend sports at WKOW from 1971-1974, and also worked 6 and 10 o'clock shows during the week when Gary Bender had other assignments. Roger and Tom Schilling made those times a lot of fun! (along with Bob Leu.)
I send my condolences to Judy and Roger's family.
Sue Carter
October 5, 2025
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I have so many great memories with Roger and Judy.
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