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Roger Salois Obituary
1957 - 2013
Gulfport
Roger "Sal" David Salois, 55, of Gulfport, MS passed away Friday, June 21, 2013. He was born on October 9, 1957 in Providence, RI. He served 22 years in the United States Navy Seabees and retired as a Senior Chief Petty Officer. He was currently an employee of the Department of Defense at the Seabee Base in Gulfport, MS. He was a member of the DAV and the American Legion.
Roger is preceded in death by his parents Irenee and Rita Salois of Pawtucket, RI. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Holly Salois; two daughters of Gulfport, MS; Jamie (Walter) Taylor and Lori (Stephen) Greiner; granddaughter Avery Greiner also of Gulfport, MS; Sister Gert (Tommy) Cavaco of Coventry, RI; brother Rene (Kathy) Salois of North Scituate, RI; father-in-law Alfred Fellows of Gulfport, MS; and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Tuesday, June 25, 2013 from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at BRADFORD-O'KEEFE FUNERAL HOME, O'Neal Rd. Gulfport. A graveside service, with military honors by the U.S. Navy, will be on Thursday, June 27, 2013 at 10:00 A.M. at the Biloxi National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family prefers donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 ST. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. View and sign the register book at www.bradfordokeefe.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Roger Salois
David Cason EOCS (SCW) Ret
September 16, 2013
So very sorry to hear of Roger's passing. Great Seabee and an even Greater Man!!!! RIP Brother!
Nicole Salois Soullier
June 29, 2013
Aunt Holly, Lori & Jaime,
We are so very sorry about the passing of Uncle Roger. He was such a thoughtful and wonderful man. Even though we live far away he would always think of us by sending us coin sets for the year we were married and for the birth of our children and that always touched my heart. I loved how he was such a big New England sports fan! I remember last year when the Pawsox were in the championship series and he messaged me on Facebook just to let me know he was so excited he could watch from Gulfport and to make sure I let Dad know he could see it! Or how he sent us all a picture of him on Thanksgiving night with his Patriots gear on to watch the game. He will be sadly missed. God Bless you all, you are in our thoughts and prayers each day. Love to you all <3
Dennis Haugen
June 27, 2013
Roger's smile helped me through many hard moments during my Chief initiation. EVERY time I was close to losing my temper, he was in front of me smiling saying "Dennis you don't want to do anything stupid" and I couldn't help but smile back. We went SCUBA diving many times together in Puerto Rico and I could count on him to be there behind me keeping an eye on me. Although we lost touch, I will miss him and will have fond memories as of him until my turn comes to meet be in Heaven with him. He was truly a great and loving man.
June 27, 2013
Salois Family,
Our Deepest condolences in this time of sorrow. Roger a mentor to me during our time spent together on the Seabeee base. If you ever need anything we are a phone call away.
Brian & Michelle Moroski
M Dacus
June 27, 2013
Roger was a great co-worker. His wealth of knowledge will be missed throughout our command. To his wife and family he spoke about you often. What devotion to family. He considered his son-in-laws his sons. No matter what happens in life love NEVER dies. God has prepared a place for him where there is no sorrow, or suffering but only rejoicing in Gods glory. God has blessed him and has bestowed his blessing upon you. His life is to be celebrated.
It was meet that we should make merry, and be glad; for this thy brother was dead, and is alive again; and was lost, and is found. Luke: 15-32
June 26, 2013
My dear friend and former co-worker was a great man. He ALWAYS thought of others before himself. I got to know Roger when I was a 1NCD and we worked curriculum issues together. What talent and devotion he showed. I was so fortunate to be able to talk with him just 3 days prior to his passing and I will always remember our conversation. Roger had a wonderful family and always spoke of his wife and daughters with genuine love. Holly you were really blessed to have such a wonderful man. God has called Roger to his permanent home where he can watch over you. God bless.
Candy & Brian Metcalf
June 26, 2013
Holly, Jamie and Lori,
We were sad to hear the news of Rogers passing. We had some great times in Adak and I will always remember him. He was a wonderful, kind and great person to be around. He had an art of being a taxidermist and when I look at the duck I will always remember him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Megan Kennedy
June 25, 2013
Holly, Jaime and Lori...Roger lead a good life and accomplished so much. He was a great husband, father, grandfather and a terrific brother in law. He always put his family first and never thought twice about it. He was always proud of all of you and will. continue to be proud of you as he watches down on you everyday. He is finally at rest and no longer suffering...he will forever be remembered for the great person he was! Carry on the love, determination, strength and courage he possessed and his legacy will live forever...???? Hugs and much love to all!
Megan Kennedy
June 25, 2013
Rest in peace Roger...
Jashon Finley
June 25, 2013
"He was fun. Funny. And I really, really love him." Jashon Finley (T-Boy)
Cerena Atkins
June 25, 2013
Roger (PePe Roger) wasn't just friend to our family.. he WAS family. He was a great man with an even greater spirit. He will be missed and forever loved. Condolences to Ms. Holly and the relatives he left behind. I love you, Roger.
Natahniel and Irma Atkins
Nathaniel Atkins
June 25, 2013
I am going to miss my dear friend deeply. Roger and I came into the Navy around the same time and we' first meet in EO "A" School right there in GP were he decided to make his home. We established a friendship bond that lasted until he was called home to the lord. Ironically Roger and my wife Irma had been working as counter parts for a few years before they knew Roger and I were friends. She came from a course pilot one evening and aske me if I knew Roger Salois.....I said of course I do. I've known him almost thrity years. I remember his first tour of duty out of "A" School. He went the Australia the land down under and I went to Morrocco. Where Roger told me I won't be the minority anymore(being the only black guy in our class) and that I will now be with the majority. I will always remember the fun times we had in "a" school. Like the times I would hang all night drinking and then come to class and ace the exams; and Roger who studied all night would get an 85 percent on the exams...boy that use to piss him off with me. He couldn't understand how I never crack a book to do home work and I bet him everytime on the test scores. To Holly and the Salois family; I am my family are deeply sadden by the lost of your love one and our dear friend. We will always hold and cherish his memory in our hearts. May God bless your family during these sorrowful times.
Joe, Christina, and Ava Schelp
June 25, 2013
Roger was a great friend and neighbor. He will be missed. Our condolences to Holly and family. GO SOX!!
Danielle Salois Ziegler
June 25, 2013
Aunt Holly, Jamie & Lori, we are so very heartbroken about the passing of Uncle Roger. A wonderful man taken way too soon. He always was a family man. Even though we have lived miles apart for so long Uncle Roger always sent me a birthday message on Facebook during the month of my birthday. Also both my children have coins sent from him in their baby boxes for they birth year. The time a he would come and visit he was always so full of life and had a smile on his face and it was if he was just always around! Such a wonderful man who will be missed but will be forever in our hearts. Love to all of you!
Terry/Teresa Finch
June 25, 2013
One could not find better neighbors than Roger and Holly. Teresa and I will never forget the friendship Roger displayed to our neighborhood over the years. We offer our heartfelt condolences to Holly and the family. Roger, rest in peace. You will be missed.
June 25, 2013
Today a true friend, a fellow Seabee and former Colleague will be remembered. Even though we are far away and can't be there, know that we are there in spirit with the entire Salois Family. During our many years of friendship Roger was always there to lend a hand and offer support like a good friend would. So today, I pay a final Salute to one of the best and may he Rest in Peace. Until we meet again Shipmate!
Ron and Doddy Harvey
moron AFB Spain
June 25, 2013
Hollly and Family,
It was a pleasure to have known Roger he was a great man. God Bless you and your family.
Moshe Alcantara
Julie Manglona
June 25, 2013
Dearest Holly, Jamie, Lori and families,
Your friends and family on Guam are saddened to hear of the passing of Roger recently. He will always be remember as a postiive and loving husband, father, grandfather and friend.
The Lord seemed to have taken him too soon but it's comforting to know that we will all be reunited when He comes to take us to salvation.
Obviously, the Lord has bigger plans for Roger and now he's resting.
We are praying for strength for your entire family during these difficult times.
Hu guiya hao familian Salois,
Si Julie yan si Felix Manglona, giya Inarajan, Guam.
Julie Manglona
June 25, 2013
Dearest Holly, Jamie, Lori and families,
Your families and friends on Guam are saddened by the news of Roger's passing.
He was such a wonderful person to be around...always projecting a positive attitude. Hard to beleive the Lord took him at such a young age but He has bigger plans for Roger and we will all meet again in salvation.
We will pray for strength for your entire family. God Bless all of you.
Love you,
Julie & Felix Manglona and family
June 24, 2013
Roger really was my best friend thru out several years when we were Seabees together. We worked together in New Orleans for about a year after his retirement, and the hours we spent together driving back and forth from Gulfport to NOLA and the many debates and discussions are some of my most cherished memories. And Suzuko and I will always remember the nights playing cards, eating Sheppard's pies and the fantastic bond between our two families.
Roger taught me patience, and I became a better person; he had very high standards and I was challenged to keep up with him and not disappoint him while trying to live up to his standards in life. Yet he always had that infectious smile. I can't remember a time when he was not up and ready to face the world, always cheerful and always seeing the positive things in our daily trials.
And I will never forget those Senior Enlisted Lunch hours we shared. Every time I think of Rodger, I break out in a smile. He truly was my BFF, and I will miss that smiling face a lot, but I will never forget him.
Holly and Girls, Suzuko and I send our deepest condolences, but just remember you had a most wonderful Husband and Father and we were all blessed just knowing him. I can't understand why he left us so young, but it must be that God needed an honest, caring and fantastic craftsman with a terrific sense of humor.
In Buddhism, we believe that all the people we are close to in this life will join us in our next life. As a Buddhist, I know I will set with him in my next life on some far away veranda and we will laugh, joke and enjoy telling Sea stories again. Farewell my Friend.
Ralph and Suzuko Marshall
Jane & David Willinger
June 24, 2013
You are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. We will always be here for you, hold the good memories close to your heart, they will help carry you through the rough times. May God be with you always.
Dave & Kay Fritchen
June 24, 2013
Holly and family-
We are so sorry to hear of Roger passing. Kay and I wish you comfort in the memories you hold dear in your heart and the love of family and friends to bring you peace.
Roger lived and breathed family, friends, Seabees and shipmates. I will always remember him as the true professional he was when I served with him in NMCB 74, A-Co. He was loyal to his family and his country and respected by all that knew him.
Dave & Kay Fritchen
CDR,CEC,USN(Ret)
Alina Mason
June 24, 2013
We had the immense pleasure of knowing Roger as a neighbor and friend for over ten years! Our family was blessed to have known you! Sending our love and prayers to Holly and family!
Daniel, Alina, and Emily
June 24, 2013
Sal was many things to me through out my career, but he was always a friend. Tom Briney.
Michael Davis
June 24, 2013
You will be missed BUT never forgotten Seabee.
June 24, 2013
Susan and I send our deepest sympathy. Every time I saw Roger he had a smile on his face. You will be missed.
Philip Fleming and Susan BUCS
Heather Stephens
June 24, 2013
Love Your Daughter Heather Lea & Your Two Grandkids Ty David & Olyvia LeeAnn. Love You Today,Tomorrow & Always!!!!!
Heather Stephens
June 24, 2013
I love you today,tomorrow & always. Always have & always will!!! We will be together again but for now you are in my heart all the time.
Love Your Daughter Heather & Son In Law Aaron Stephens
Your Two Grandkids Ty David & Olyvia LeeAnn Stephens
John Stockmeyer
June 24, 2013
I am very honored to have served with Roger, he truly was genuine and treated those with respect. Our time together in Bees and at Memorial was great is a great memory and I thank him that. My deepest sympathy to the family.
EO1 Kim & Betty Long
June 24, 2013
The Seabees had many good men, I'm proud to say I knew and worked with one of the best. Our thoughts and hearts go out to your family. The Seabees will miss you.
Kimberly Taylor
June 24, 2013
Such a good man, you will be missed. Never forgotten
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