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Roger Christopher Obituary
He was born Feb. 8, 1947, the son of Leroy and Virginia (Petty) Christopher in Bonne Terre, Mo. He married Carol Willis on Sept. 28, 1966, in San Jose. She survives.
Surviving are four daughters, Lorelei Kraft of Delavan, Carolyn Simer of Lewistown, Mo., Mary Cooper of San Jose and Elizabeth Christopher of San Jose; one son, Luke Christopher of San Jose; and one brother, Brian Christopher of Potosi, Mo.
Mr. Christopher was preceded in death by his parents and one son, Matthew.
Mr. Christopher served in the Army.
He was the owner/operator of Roger Christopher Sales and Service.
He was a member of Faith Baptist Church in Pekin.
Roger was a devoted husband of 42 years.
His love for his wife showed in all that he did. He loved his children and grandchildren, and loved being with them.
He served his country proudly during the Vietnam War. His love for the military and all who served never wavered. His prayer for them was on a daily basis. Trust in God was always apparent in Roger's life. His desire was for his family, and those whom he came in contact with, to know Jesus as their savior. He loved his church and the people there and wanted to always be in attendance at the services. Today he is with the Lord, enjoying the family who has gone ahead.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008, at Faith Baptist Church in Pekin. Pastors Tim Collard, Al Lynn and Assistant Pastor Ken Seest will officiate. Burial will be in Green Hill Cemetery in San Jose. Visitations will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today, Sept. 9, 2008, at Hurley Funeral Home in San Jose and one hour prior to service on Wednesday at the church.
Memorials may be left to Faith Baptist School Scholarship Fund.
Hurley Funeral Home in San Jose is in charge of arrangements.
Online memorials for the family may be left at www.hurleyfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Paul Schaefer
September 11, 2008
Please accept my sincerest condolences on Roger's passing.
Pastor and Mrs. Petty
September 10, 2008
My wife and I thank the Lord for allowing us to serve with Bro. Roger for over 15 years. He, his wife and family were such a blessing to us. Our prayers are with the family and we rejoice to know that we will see him again! To God be the glory!
The Garner Family
September 10, 2008
Our sincerest condolences on Roger's passing. He will be missed.
James Lalley
September 9, 2008
I was sorry to hear of Roger's passing. Roger and I talked to each other whenever we were at the same garage sales. I first talked to him when I saw him wearing a Vietnam jacket. We learned we served in Vietnam at the same time although we did not know each other then. After that meeting we saw each other about every week garage saleing and he always was very friendly to me each time always shaking my hand and asking me how I was. I saw him last at the Peoria VA clinic but unfortunately was not able to talk to him. We were brothers in Viewnam and he was a very nice person. Again I am sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Jim
Ginger Crowe
September 9, 2008
Dear Ones, I don't know if you'll remember us Micheal shared a room with your beloved Matthew...we are in prayer for you all. He was one of the kindest people we had the pleasure to meet. God Bless You all Ginger Crowe and Micheal
Ed Smith
September 9, 2008
My deepest sympathies, you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Rick kahn
September 9, 2008
So sorry to hear of your loss. When I worked at The Havana National Bank, Roger came to work on our ATMs...he was always very professional and always had a smile on his face, no matter what was going on. He will be missed. May your friends, family and your church and faith in God help you through this sad time.
Rick kahn
September 9, 2008
So sorry to hear of your loss. When I worked at The Havana National Bank, Roger came to work on our ATMs...he was always very professional and always had a smile on his face, no matter what was going on. He will be missed. May your friends, family and your church and faith in God help you through this sad time.
Carol Lebron
September 9, 2008
We are so sorry to hear of your lost. may god bless all of you at a time like this.You will all be in our prays.
Carol,Rick, Sara Lebron Richi courtney
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