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Roger was born in Altus, Oklahoma to John Earl and Orella May Wilson.
When he was four years old, the family left the “dust bowl” and came to California during the great migration (and NO “Okie is not a bad word!).
He joined the Navy towards the end of WW II; however, his service was cut short when his father was tragically killed by a piece of fan blade that broke off and pierced his heart. That immediately placed Roger as head of the household for his widowed mother and baby sister, Linda Kryl. In 1951, he was drafted into the Army, served his full time and was again honorably discharged.
In 1956, he graduated with honors from Bakersfield College while working full time and being a “Dad” to his little sister.
Roger wore many hats during his working life; this included mail carrier, watchmaker, highway engineer and last but definitely not least, machinist - his true calling. And, oh my, did he love his shop and machinery. His work was perfection and he would accept nothing less.
Roger is survived by his daughters, Christine Lorena and Theresa Mae Wilson, who took loving care of him for the last two years of his life and were at his bedside when he passed.
He is also survived by granddaughter, Corina Johnson; sister, Linda Kryl Anglin and brother-in-law, Johnny Anglin; niece, Joni Kyrl and her children: ex-wife and trusted friend, Cathy Williams; and his dog, Maggie.
Roger was a loving and giving father, grandfather, brother, uncle and good friend. He will be dearly missed.
The family would like to give special thanks to all who took time from their lives to be with Roger during his illnesses - particularly Gene Stark, what a good friend you are. Also, Bruce Squires, Jessica, Rene, Patty, Greg, Yvonne, Kyle, Shenna, Jeff - thank you for your patience and kindness to Roger and for the care you provided.
Per his wishes and with family and friends in attendance, Roger’s ashes will be scattered at sea on his birthday in Santa Barbara.
Cry no more, sweet man, your suffering is now over.
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