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Derek Weakley
Roger was the sales manager at Bates RV, when I met him. He hired me on the spot, and we worked together for nearly 4 years. He was light-hearted, a superb closer, just a great guy and fun person to be around. Roger crossed my mind today so I started looking to see where he was and found that he has passed. I am in shock. My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone at Priority One, his friends and family. Derek Weakley
Danielle Dickinson
It's hard to put into words how much of a blow this is to lose Roger. He truly was an extension of our business and embodied the role of business partner to the fullest. Not only were our clients in good hands but so were we. More importantly though, he became a good friend. A man I have never met in person but spoke to every day about everything. Roger made me laugh on a daily basis, in fact he made everyone he spoke to laugh. I have random notes throughout my desk of thoughts and suggestions from Roger. Bumped to the top of my list now is ordering the chicory coffee he was raving about. His knowledge was so extensive and he helped me with so many things above and beyond the call of duty. He had nicknames for almost everyone. I was princess wonky, Kevin was Mr. Perfect and I have so many more names of people I know were important to him: Sunshine, Skippy, Puddin pop come to mind, but the list goes on and on. He saw the good in everyone and the quirky things about them that made them unique. He was a partner in crime and tried his best to keep me out of trouble with his team. Always reassuring me there was nothing so bad that some rum couldn't fix if I landed in the ultimate time out corner. His opening line for most phone calls more often than not was "You're killing me!" And under pressure he would grumble but would always say don't worry, you know I'll get it done. He is greatly missed and I hope his friends and family take great peace in hearing from someone they have never met, how proud he was of them and how much he loved them. Lisa, his mom, his kids and grandkids were always a topic of discussion and he would share his most favorite photos. He was preparing to enter a new chapter of his life he was very excited about it. I don't think his retirement plans still including sitting in a dunk tank heckling people to let out years of customer service aggression and biting his tongue. A sunset on the beach sounds like the most appropriate way to honor his life cut to short. I like to think he lived each day to its fullest.
Lisa Gilbert
I will deeply miss Roger, It's true, all of it. The stories, the rum and his charisma. He surely made me laugh a bunch over the years. Roger was a sweetheart and my heart goes out to the family. HUGS, LOVE and Prayers to the family. P1 Family!
Holly Gagliano
I only recently met Roger at our boat show, and he made a wonderful impression. I often answered the phone to his distinctive voice and happy disposition. It was an honor to have met him, and may he rest easy. My prayers go out to his fiancé and family.
Sandy Eoff
Every time I talked to Roger he always had me smiling or laughing that was Roger. He will be missed very much anyone who met him or talked to him felt right at ease like he was already part of the family. My heart goes out to his Momma, Kids, grand kids and of course his love Lisa. All I can think about is the post you make the night before we heard this very sad news of how happy and excited you were to become his wife. I really feel a huge need to give you the biggest hug...but of course that won't bring him back but I pray it would help in some small way. Please know that we will always be here for you and anything you may need. Sending hugs and prayers to you all. Just make sure to have some rum whenever you think of him I know I will.
Rina Aponte
We are going to miss him. Roger was a cherished soul who touched the lives of everyone he met. Many mornings, he could be found at the Waffle House, where he was not just a regular, but a beloved part of the family there. He would even have them write a note for him if he was going to be late (yes, it worked as we could not stop laughing.) As the General Manager at Bates RV, Roger ran the entire dealership with dedication and passion. He was a man who thrived on the challenges of his job and constantly busy, always chasing the "rabbits". His commitment to helping anyone and everyone was unwavering. Roger was not just a leader; he was a friend, a mentor, and a guiding light to all who knew him. Thank goodness Bates closed and Priority One got him over 10 years ago. Roger's love for his boys and grandkids was boundless, and he spoke of them with pride and joy every chance he got. He also made it a point to visit his mom as often as he could, even purchasing an RV to travel and spend more time with her. His deep affection for Lisa, his best friend and soon-to-be wife, was evident to all. Their bond was a beautiful testament to true love and companionship. Lisa, we are here for you! Known for his sense of humor and storytelling, Roger could keep everyone entertained with his tales, bringing laughter and joy to those around him. If I ever was going to travel, I asked Roger about the destination first, he had a story or experience to share. He had a special talent for making people smile, whether through his stories, his interactions, or his unique habit of carrying bail money in his shoe for his adventures. I will miss the stories he would share about Sean without Sean knowing I heard them (Skippy.) Roger's relationships with his dealers were filled with warmth and camaraderie. He would attend their shows and call them with funny music playing in the background, talk for hours sharing stories, and always finding a way to bring levity and laughter into their lives. His efforts were recognized with numerous awards, with the most recent being the Big Kahuna award for both quarters this year, a testament to his hard work and dedication. Roger's presence could light up any room, and his conversations were a source of joy for everyone. His ability to promote levity and brighten any situation made him someone everyone wanted to be around. His stories, his laughter, and his love will be deeply missed. We can't say enough about the wonderful person Roger was. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing him. Rest in peace, dear Roger. You will be forever missed and always remembered. Thank you, Heather, for providing us this space to share our stores and memories.
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