Obit: Alger, Roger E. (1942 – 2018)

Transcriber: stan@wiclarkcountyhistory.org

Surnames: Alger, Staab, Maier, McClain

----Source: THORP COURIER (Thorp, Clark County, Wis.) 05 Sep 2018

Alger, Roger E. (8 MAY 1942 – 28 AUG 2018)

Roger Edmund Alger, 76, of Thorp, Wisconsin, passed away, Tuesday August 28, 2018. Visitation, services, and a meal were held at St Paul's Lutheran Church, 201 E. Rusch St., Thorp Wisconsin, 54771. Visitation was on Friday, August 31, 2018, from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. On Saturday, September 1, there was a pre-service visitation from 10:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m. Pastor Daniel Wang conducted a 'celebration of life' ceremony beginning at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, This was followed by a Military service outside of the church. A lunch was served immediately after the Military service at St Paul's Lutheran Church.

Rog was born May 8, 1942, in Stanley, Wisconsin to Ed and Ethel Alger. He grew up on a small farm south of Thorp and enjoyed participating in sports. He graduated from Thorp High School in I960. He then served in the U.S. Army for three years. He returned home in May 1963 and after adjusting to Civilian life he moved to Milwaukee where he met the love of £is life, Gail (Staab) Alger. They were married on May 28, 1966, and enjoyed 52 years together. After starting their family in Milwaukee, they moved back to Lublin for a few years and settled in Thorp in 1978 where they have lived for the past 40 years. While worth noting that Rog , was a banker and insurance agent for 40 years, his life was /not defined by his professional accomplishments. It was defined by his joyful nature, loyal friendship, and dedicated service to helping his community and everyone he knew. He was an active member of the thorp Lions Club, Thorp School Board (where he served for over 30 years), and was on the County Board for nearly 10 years. He was also a Church Elder and Sunday School teacher. He coached youth basketball and baseball and he could often be seen leading a pickup football game in his backyard for any kids who wanted to participate.

Rog loved going to the cottage, boating, golfing, and watching the Packers. He enjoyed his annual trips to the state high school basketball tournament and to Rock Dam for 'hunting' season. Rog especially enjoyed spending time d with his grandchildren: watching their dance recitals, Sporting events, school productions, and babysitting them . .where he would always sneak them some candy. He laughed with friends, loved his wife and family, and served his community and neighbors with a compassionate heart. He lived a life full of joy that spread fun and happiness to people around him.

Rog is survived by his wife Gail; two sons and their families; Scott & Linda Alger and their three daughters (Sydney, Lauren, & Tori) of Sturgeon Bay, WI and Matt & Melissa Alger and their two sons' (Dax and Myles) of Elmwood. IL. He is also survived by his three siblings and their families: Peg (& Ken) Maier of Green Bay, WI, Bill (&, Nancy) Alger of Wisconsin Rapids, WI, and Rick Alger (and Pat McClain) of Tomahawk WI.

Flowers and donations can be sent to St Paul's Lutheran Church in care of Gail Alger. Please also feel free to donate to a charity of your choice in honor of Rog Alger.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.cuddiefh.com.  Thorp Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements