He is survived by his Sister Madelyn Simon and his Brother-in-Law Steven Sanders. Roger was a sweet private person who enjoyed staying home and enjoying his feral cats, Birdsongs, and caring for his lawn and a few indoor plants.
He served as a front line medic in the Vietnam war and suffered from Crohn's disease for most of his adult life.
He was a building inspector in NYC as well as St Louis Missouri.
He also enjoyed attending dance performances.
He was beloved by his Parents and Sister and Brother-in-Law as well as his Niece Lindsay.
A Graveside Service will be held at Mount Carmel Cemetery, 83-45 Cypress Hills St, New York, NY 11385, US, on July 23, 2026, from 1:15 pm to 1:45 pm.
