Roger King

November 18, 1943 ~ April 23, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that family announce the passing of their beloved husband, dad and grandpa, Roger King. He passed away surrounded by loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at the age of 80 years. Roger was born on November 18, 1943, in Toronto, Ontario to proud parents, Elmer and Verona King. He lived his early years with siblings, Garry and Karan in Moosomin, Saskatchewan. At the age of 12, they moved to Medicine Hat where he enjoyed his education and friendships before attending the University of Edmonton to receive his Bachelor of Commerce in 1967. He was employed by the Federal Government for the next 30 years managing the Department of Employment and Immigration. Upon retiring in 1997, Roger joined the Senior Slowpitch organization and spent 25 years playing a game he loved. He was an avid sports fan, participating and enjoying any and all sports. You could find him at the hockey arena or behind the backstop cheering on his grandkids as he truly was one of their biggest fans. As a loyal Edmonton Oilers and LA Dodger’s fan, he and his family spent time cheering on his teams. His passion for Senior Slowpitch filled his summers. Over many years he and Phyllis developed numerous great friendships. The ball community brought much joy and happiness to his life. Roger treasured his relationships with the numerous relatives and friends that made his life a joy-filled journey. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of almost 58 years, Phyllis; sons, Robert and James (Kim), grandchildren, Kennedy, Brookelyn, Madison, and Hayden as well as his siblings, Garry King and Karan Love. He was predeceased by his parents, Elmer and Verona King; parents-in-law, Reinhold and Mabel Schmidt; sister and brothers-in-law, Larry and Margret Grove, Ron Schmidt and John Johnston. A private family memorial was held on Saturday, April 27, 2024. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Details will be announced closer to that date. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to all the medical professionals who cared for him in his two year cancer battle, especially the hospital staff on 5 West along with the Home Care and Palliative teams for their excellent care and compassion. The generosity and kindness of friends and relatives has been very supportive. Memorial donations can be made to the charity of one’s choice. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V4. Telephone 403-527-6455

• Date : 2024-04-23
• Location : Medicine Hat, Alberta

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