Roger A. Chamberlain, 62 of Carmel, Indiana passed away surrounded with love by his wife, Sheryl and his daughter, Ashley on September 13, 2016. He was born December 18, 1953 in Flint, Michigan.
Roger is survived by his wife of thirty three years, Sheryl (Spiegel) Chamberlain, his children Ashley Chamberlain, Christopher Walden (Christina) and Nichole Chamberlain, siblings David Chamberlain (Sue), Sharon Williams (Ken), Deborah Hawkins (Lt. Col. Donald Hawkins) and grandchildren Cooper Hudson and Chloe Walden. Roger was proceeded in death by his parents Clare and Arlene (Dunham) Chamberlain and sister Sandra Kay Chamberlain.
Roger was an avid lover of all things golf, fishing, Colts football, animals and most of all his family and his passion for making others laugh. His humor was witty and his smile was infectious. With his outgoing demeanor, he never met a stranger.
Roger served for two years in the United States Air Force and served 10 years in the Texas Army National Guard.
He obtained his Bachelor of Science degree from Indiana State University.
At the age of 58, Roger was diagnosed with Early Onset Dementia. His family persistently focused on spreading awareness for this debilitating disease while Roger held his passion within his heart and smile. Fundraising for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s was just one way of increasing awareness.
A funeral service will be at noon on Friday, September 16 at Indiana Funeral Care, Harry W Moore Chapel, 8151 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis, with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. Roger will be laid to rest with military honors at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens.
Donations can be made in Roger’s name to Joy’s House Adult Service (www.joyshouse.org) and/or the Alzheimer’s Association (www.alz.org).
Kristen Kite says
My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
Paula Allen says
Worked w Roger at Guarantee Ins. Great man, so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to each of you
Jeff and Beth Johnson says
Sheryl. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. I have many wonderful memories with Roger. He always had me laughing and heaven will be a funnier place Roger in it.
Jeff and Beth Johnson
Don Wolbers says
Our hearts go out to all his family members. Roger had such a deep love for his family. Through the years he would keep in touch with our family. His love for God was amazing.
He is in the arms of Jesus now. There will never be another one like him.
We pray that God will comfort you all through this time.
All our love and sympathy,
Don and Mary Wolbets
Ashley says
Fly high, daddy.
Until then, save me a place. I love you.
Janice DeHart says
I’m so very saddened by your loss! I pray for Gods Grace to bring peace and support.
Rev. Rick Lindsay says
Roger was a beloved friend to my younger brother, Mick. I have many fond memories of Roger growing up in the neighborhood. I pray his family will experience the comfort and love from family, friends; and, especially Our Blessed Lord Jesus!
Paula Olson says
My thoughts and prayers are with his entire family. Roger was a school friend and will be remebered for keeping Sharon and I on our toes at the Pleasant Meadows pool!
Leanne says
Sheryl, Ashley, and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Leanne
Juliana graham says
I am so sorry for your loss and that of everyone who knew Roger. I have many happy memories of Roger he could always be counted on to have a big smile and the ability to make anyone laugh. A wonderful person and huge loss, he will be missed.
Sheryl Foulk Ramirez says
I am one of Roger’s Foulk cousins. I got to know him much better while he lived in San Antonio. He was very generous and cared deeply about the world we all live in. I loved him and wish I would have had more time with him. See you soon sweet cousin.
michele tate says
Sheryl my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dianne Kiger says
Rest well old friend. Fly high with the angels. Prayers of comfort to Sheryl and family.
Dianne “munchkin” Kiger
Jena Wilkinson Pace says
A childhood friend I will never forget, thanks for memories.. Rest Easy my friend. My thoughts and prayers for the family.
Becky Hiner says
Sheryl & Ashley,
My heart goes out to you. My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family.
Linda Barron says
Sheryl,
I’m so sorry to hear about Roger. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Ashley, Cooper and the entire family.
Alan Schulte says
Ashley and Sheryl,
I am very sorry for your loss. Know the Lord is there for comfort and strength.
Alan Schulte says
Ashley & Sheryl,
I’m sorry for your loss. Find strength & comfort through the Lord.
Alan Harrison says
Deeply saddened by news of Rodger’s death. Have so many great memories of good times shared with Rodger. I know of NO one who ever met him who disliked him. Good man who will be missed !
Cathy Harvey says
Sending thoughts and prayers to all of you. Pray that God will comfort you during this difficult time.
Steve Kiger says
I’m so sorry for your loss, and I will always cherish my memories of Roger and our friendship. Keeping all in my prayers.
Steve