Roger Ulric Guertin, age 75, of Burgaw, North Carolina passed away Thursday, July 24, 2014 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
Roger was born November 8, 1938 in St. Albans, Vermont to the late Leo and Eugenie Guertin. He was preceded in death by his brothers Lee Guertin and Arthur Guertin.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Martha Guertin. He is also survived by his brother and spouse Paul and Norma Guertin, and his sisters Yvonne Hanson and Giselle Nelson.
He is also survived by his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Roger was a loving father to his four children: Tammy & Curt Roach, Steve & Lisa Guertin, Christopher & Debra Guertin, and Amy & Michael Milling.
He was a proud grandfather to his 15 grandchildren: Jessica Roach & Eric Wells, Allyson & Calin Andrews, Courtney & Nick Bruce, Michael (Mikey) Guertin, Cody Roach, Cameron Guertin, Kayson Guertin, Bryce Guertin, Austin Brown, Hunter Guertin, Bradley Brown, Brannon Guertin, Krista Milling, Joel Guertin, and Christopher Milling.
Roger was also a proud great-grandfather of three: Berkleigh Andrews, Liam Wells, and Addison Andrews.
Roger retired from Praxair after driving trucks for 23 years. After retirement, he enjoyed wood-working in his backyard shop.
The family will receive friends at a visitation on Sunday from 3:00 to 4:00 PM at Wilmington Funeral & Cremation 1535 S.41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403.
A service to celebrate Rogers life will follow at 4:00PM, with Rev. Mickey Easterling officiating.
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Arrangements are in the care of Wilmington Funeral & Cremation 1535 S.41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403. 910.791.9099
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