Roger Lee Stahl

March 28, 1943 - November 19, 2015

Roger Lee Stahl, beloved Father, grandfather, great-grandfather, husband, son, brother, uncle and friend passed away from cancer, surrounded by family on November 19, 2015. Roger was born to loving parents Raymond and Edith Stahl on March 28, 1943 in Indianapolis, Indiana and was the youngest of 7 children. We celebrate Roger’s life which was filled with strength, love, humor, happiness, laughter, adventure, big dreams and especially his treasured family. Roger loved his kids, grandkids, and great grandkids and loved spending time with each of them in their activities and created a lifetime of memories. He had an exceptional ability to tell jokes and make people laugh. He had a zest for life and an ability to make those around him feel special. He was full of life and always saw the good in everyone. Roger enjoyed his many friends, especially his golf buddies. Roger was forever a Hoosier and proud of his heritage. Roger is survived by his wife Celia Stahl, his children Jim Roderick (Abby), Sherry Morris, Michelle Hickman, Melanie VanDerHoeven (Paul), Jennifer Osborne (Tim), Travis Roderick (Stephanie), Heather Stevenson (Travis), Katie Eschrich(Zack), and Rebecca Stahl. Roger was blessed with many grandchildren and 3 great- grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Gloria June Hayward. Roger is preceded in death by his first wife Dorthy Vaughn Bright Stahl, his parents, his siblings Mary Kivett, James Arthur Stahl, Martha Ellen Stahl “Maggie Jo”, Wallace Ray Stahl, and George David Stahl. Funeral services will be held Saturday November 28, 2015 at 11:00 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints on 11000 S 1300 E. The family would like to thank the many doctors, nurses, and medical professionals that have provided loving care to him throughout his illness. Roger was very appreciative of the kind care he received. A special thanks to his wife, Celia for her compassionate care through his extended illness. Pictures, memories and stories are invited to be shared and appreciated.