The Roper twins grew up very close to each other!  They were orphaned at the age of six, and Charles was nine. Uncle Wilbur told me how they would go out to play, and they would meet Chucky out by the fence. The orphanage in Denver separated the big boys from the little boys, so they played together on either side of the fence.  This arrangement went on for several years. They went out to play one day, and Chucky never came. Willard and Wilbur asked the caretaker what happened to Chucky, and that was when they were told Chucky was adopted.  After losing both parents by abandonment, they lost their older brother without getting to say goodbye. Uncle Wilbur was a wonderful man, despite his difficult childhood. I always thought very highly of him!  I love you, and miss you Uncle Wilbur!
Rita Merck

We had a wonderful day in Yosemite. He had never been there. He loved it! We had a great picnic and shared memories. I'm so thankful for the times we spent together.  We love and miss you.

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Wilbur David Roper

June 11, 1931 – April 12, 2024

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