Service Details
The celebration of his life will be held in the funeral home on Saturday, November 6th, at 10:00 a.m., with Rev. Terry Huebner officiating. There will be a visitation that Saturday in the funeral home from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Private burial will take place in West Lawn Memorial Park.
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Roger A. Hamers, 80, of Racine, passed away at his residence on Saturday, October 30, 2021.
He was born in Wausau on September 21, 1941, the son of the late Gilbert and Alice (nee: Bremer) Hamers.
Roger was a graduate of Washington Park High School, Class of ‘61. On November 9, 1963, he was united in marriage to Margaret Drechsler. Roger was employed by Western Publishing as a master color matcher. He was a member of Deutscher Manner Verein. Roger enjoyed antiquing, bowling, playing cards, and watching sports, especially watching his grandchildren’s events.
Surviving are his loving wife of 58 years, Margaret; their children, Jean Horvath, of Grafton, Karen (Michael) Bochek, of Racine, Jeff (Margie) Hamers, of Slinger; five grandchildren Austin Iverson, Quentin Bochek, Caleb Horvath, Lena & Lilly Hamers, one great grandchild Mariella Bochek, sister, Gail Kobs, of Honolulu, HI. In addition to his parents, Roger was preceded in death by his brother, Ronald Hamers, and sister, Gloria Hamers.
Lynn Parker says
So Sorry for loss. Prayers to all,
Lynn Drechsler Parker
Debra Drechsler Pate says
Many fond memories of Uncle Roger. Thinking about Aunt Margaret, Jean, Karen and Jeff and sending love and prayers that you be comforted during this time of loss.
Lola Carol Botonis and Family, Texas says
Margaret and Family. So sorry to hear about Roger, quite a surprise. I know how devoted all of you were to him and he’s at peace now. May the good memories sustain you all in this dark time. Another angel to keep watch over you like a star in the sky. Wish I was there to give you all a big hug.