Thanks to Destry I spoke to Roger shortly before he went into hospice. I can say that he was still a lovable curmudgeon. I hope to be as gracious under the circumstances.
Roger was one of a couple of you guys that left a lasting impression on my son Corey who came with to the first couple "Southerns". From the moment he met him Roger made Corey feel like he was welcome and equal among the men there. It was that way at the 5 stand and also at cocktail time and dinner. I have an image etched in my mind of Roger lookiing Corey right in the eye wearing that "give them hell" Harry Truman hat.....I think those weekends had an impact on Corey that lasts to this day.
Roger will live on in our memories and in some others that will outlive all of us.
Roger and I only spoke a few times in the last couple of years but I do miss him.
All the best,
Jeff Mulliken
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