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Roger Bean Obituary
September 27, 1957 ~ June 4, 2019
Roger's enthusiasm for life was unparalleled. Whether he was riding his Harley, skiing, spending time with family and friends, umping, golfing or seeking his next adventure, he embraced life. His sense of humor was contagious, his laugh infectious and his story telling, legendary.
Born in Seattle to June and Darwin Bean, Roger was raised in Shoreline with his 3 sisters. He graduated from Shoreline High in 1975.
Working with his dad from a young age, Roger was instilled with a work ethic that would last his entire life. In 1977 he became a proud member of Local 302, retiring from JR Hayes in 2017.
Roger and his late wife, Kim, raised their 2 children in Snohomish. Weekends were filled with soccer and baseball, proudly coaching both kids teams. His love for skiing ensured that the family spent a lot of time together, from one mountain to another. Roger was a member of the Crystal Mountain ski patrol for 33 years.
Love struck again for Roger in 2013, when he met his future wife, Becky. They were married in January of 2017. Tragically, he was diagnosed with glioblastoma less than a month later. Roger was a warrior and met his disease head on. Living by the motto: "Life is meant to be lived, no regrets." Roger and Becky had a lot of life in their years together, traveling to 15 states and 13 countries. The highlight was taking their 4 kids to Tanzania on safari, then traveling to Rwanda to trek the gorillas.
Survived by his mother June Bean, his loving wife Becky Bjorback, daughter Paige, son Darwin and stepsons, Mac and Blake Armstrong. Also his sisters Gayle, Karen and Lou Ann, their husbands and many nieces and nephews.
Thank you to all the people who made Roger's last 27 months so filled with love and memories.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Crystal Mountain Volunteer Ski Patrol, attn Reid Nelson, 230 NW 40th St, Seattle, WA 98107
There will be a Celebration of Life at Populuxe Brewing in Ballard on July 27, 2019 from 2-5.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Pete Johnson
October 30, 2024
Roger and I worked together on several occasions also went through high school together meny. kegers will always remember his legendary story´s Rest In Peace my friend Pete Johnson
Roberta Blain
April 18, 2021
I only remember Roger, my first cousin, from my childhood and the last time we reconnected in 2017. He was always so handsome and full of life--the greatest bright smile ever, a fun sense of humor, and a joyful countenence. I grieve that distance kept us from enjoying one another's company over the years but I felt great love for him and from him when we had time to visit. I'll always be grateful that he made the effor to help me meet with his mom and sister and reestablish family connections. He wasn't feeling the best at the time but he still came to see me. I have the pictures of that meeting to remind me of those precious moments of family reunion. I know he is happy with his parents and other family members in Heaven.
Sue and Steve Francioli
July 24, 2019
You danced with my daughter Lisa, at her wedding a year ago. (July 14,2018) in Arlington, Wa.
You were full of life and enthusiasm. I will never forget your positive energy!
Bob & Dawn Kissinger
July 11, 2019
Great friend, great boss, he will be missed deeply, but never forgotten RIP,my friend!!!!! Bob
Mike and Barb Marchese
July 10, 2019
Rest In Peace Roger , Mike and Barb
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