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Roger D. Chambers

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Roger D. Chambers, 77, of Fremont, OH passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at Bethesda Care Center with his wife by his side. He was born on November 25, 1937 in Port Clinton, OH, the son of Donald and Florence (Wooley) Chambers. He was a 1955 graduate of Fremont Ross High School.

Roger served in the Ohio Nation Guard and was called to Active Duty with the U.S. Army during the Bay of Pigs. He was awarded the Army Service Ribbon and Sharpshooter Badge.

Roger married Ruth A. Rectenwald on November 30, 1957. He was a Postal Clerk with the US Postal Service for forty-five years and drove a school bus, retiring in 2002. After retirement he worked for Fremont City Schools as a Custodian.

Roger was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church where he was a Eucharistic Minister. He loved to work at the church and started the basketball team and Cub Scouts there. He was also an honorary member of the Knights of Columbus and a member of the St. Vincent DePaul Society. He enjoyed watching basketball, baseball, football and was a University of Michigan Fan. He was also a member of the Moose and Eagles.

Roger is survived by his wife of fifty-seven years, Ruth Chambers, Fremont; sons, Jeff (Vickey) Chambers, Westerville, OH, Tim (Susan) Chambers, Marion, OH and Andrew Chambers, Powell, OH; siblings, Sharon Chambers, Fremont, OH and Ben (Ginny) Chambers, Bowling Green, OH; nine grandchildren and one great grandchild.

He was preceded in death by her parents and grandson, Ryan Chambers.

Memorial Mass of Christian Burial: Monday, February 16, 2015; 11:00 a.m. at St. Ann Catholic Church, 1011 W. State St., Fremont, OH with one hour of visitation at the church prior to the Mass. Fr. Michael Zacharias will officiate.

Memorials: St. Ann Catholic Church or Stein Hospice

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  1. Family of Roger Chambers

    February 12, 2015 at 4:33 pm

    Though we know heaven has welcomed a very special person, our hearts still feel the sorrow.

    With Sympathy and Loving Prayer

    Associated Buyers Employees and Their Families
    Edward, Sandra, and Donald L. Schultz

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  2. Sharon Chambers

    February 12, 2015 at 8:19 pm

    Rog suffered for a long time with Alzheimer’s and is now at peace. We all enjoyed many good times together in past years. He was an important person in our lives – son, husband, brother, father, grandfather, and friend. Before his illness he always had a kind word for everyone and had a great sense of humor.
    We will miss him so very much.

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  3. Dana Dorsey

    February 13, 2015 at 1:01 pm

    So sad to read the news of Roger. Always enjoyed seeing him at the old Post Office as well
    as the new one. He will be greatly missed not only by family, but a lot of friends as well.
    Blessings and prayers to his family.

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  4. Crystal Davis

    February 13, 2015 at 3:37 pm

    So very sorry for your loss, Jeff, and to your entire family.
    With deepest sympathy and prayers during this very tough time…

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  5. Tony Szymanowski

    February 15, 2015 at 4:17 pm

    Ruthie

    I have so many memories of Roger, I don’t know where to begin. I loved that man! It really hurt to see him suffer these last years. I sure hope he enjoyed my visiting with him.

    I will never forget all the things we did together. The 12 Great Ohio Bike Adventure trips. We almost always stayed together, riding, eating, and waiting in long lines to take our showers. When we were younger, playing cards together, picnics with our families and of course the weekend on Kelly’s Island with our children. The football games we went to in South Bend and dancing the Limbo at night. Also, seeing that team up north getting beat 28 to 27 by Illinois. We had great times.

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  6. Tom Munson

    February 18, 2015 at 12:58 pm

    So sorry to hear of Roger’s passing. Another of the old gang from the Post Office. Roger was always a fun guy to talk with. All the best to Ruth and the entire family.

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  7. Margaret Mendez

    February 20, 2022 at 5:55 pm

    My prayers continue for you and your family. I was so happy that I was able to see and speak to you Roger, when I visited your church The Door. I was my pleasure to give you all those beautiful neck ties and that you said you could share them with your son. May God keep your family safe and healthy. If there is anything you need Mrs Chambers doesn’t hesitate to ask.
    God bless you,

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