Roger Pufahl, 84, of Owensboro, Kentucky passed away on August 7, 2025 at Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation. He was born in Fisher, Arkansas to the late Carl and Ruby Jo Pufahl. He was a lifelong hard worker and a generous man.
Roger married Sandra Jagoe Calhoun and together they served the Lord for 25 years. We rejoice knowing that Heaven is his home.
Mr. Pufahl proudly served in the U.S. Marine corps during the Cuban crisis and continued to serve four more years. He worked for Green Coal Company, Hagerman Electric and retired from Kimberly Clark. Roger was a self-taught mechanic and was quick to help others.
He was skilled in upholstery and furniture restoration. Roger was a member of Good Shepherd Church and served in various positions.
Roger Leon is survived by his sons Tony Pufahl (Kim) of Marion, Arkansas, Mike Pufahl of Crawfordsville, Arkansas, his daughters Teresa Fagan (Willis) of Livermore, Kentucky and Della Elizabeth Pufahl of Owensboro, Kentucky. Also surviving are his stepchildren, Regan and Dawn Calhoun, Jagoe and Jeannie Calhoun, Denver and Sara Calhoun and his sister-in-law, Linda Jagoe of Louisville, Kentucky. Roger’s extended family includes 60 grandchildren and their wives; and great grandchildren.
The graveside service for Mr. Pufahl will be 3:00 p.m. Friday, August 15, at Sunnyside Cemetery in Beaver Dam, Kentucky.
Memories and messages of condolence may be shared with the family of Roger Pufahl at www.glenncares.com.
900 Old Hartford Road (at Breckenridge), Owensboro, KY 42303

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more