He was born September 12, 1960 in Nashua, NH, the son of Warren and Rebecca (Hall) Dearth. He was a 1978 graduate of Keene High School. On April 22, 1989 he married the love of his life, Donna Christensen. For many years he was co-owner of Keene Appraisal Service and also worked for other insurance companies in the area.
Roger loved spending time with his family and was a loving husband, devoted father, and wonderful “Bepa”. He cherished his time with those he loved, gave good advice and told funny stories. He made time to teach his children and grandchildren how to play various card and board games, including cribbage and poker. He was a true family man. Travel was a big part of his life; whether going by road or air, he was always happy to visit a new place. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed many golf trips with his friends and family to different courses along the East Coast. In addition, he also enjoyed spending time supporting his favorite Boston teams including the Bruins, Patriots, and Red Sox.
He is survived by his wife: Donna Dearth of Keene, his daughters: Elise Dearth of Keene, Amy Dearth of Keene and Megan Chapman and her husband Christopher of S. Royalton, VT, two grandsons: Kasey and Kyle Dearth, sisters: Juanita Hope and her husband Ron of Keene and Betty Ann Rose and her husband Dennis of Fairfax Station, VA, his brother: Robert Dearth and his wife Leanne of Auburndale, FL, brother-in-law: Robert Christensen and his wife Linda of Holliston, MA, sisters-in-law: Barbara Christensen of Ashland, MA and Linda Wright and her husband William of W. Hartford, CT and several nieces, nephews and extended family members. He is predeceased by his sister: Melinda.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Federated Church of Marlborough, 16 Pleasant St. Marlborough, NH on Monday, April 16, 2018 at 11 am. Family and friends are invited to call on the family from 3 to 5 pm at the Foley Funeral Home, 49 Court St. Keene, NH, on Sunday, April 15, 2018.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Amazing Grace Animal Sanctuary, 161 Centre St, Sullivan, NH 03445, or the Monadnock Humane Society, 101 W. Swanzey Rd, Swanzey, NH 03446.
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