"Thank you dear family for all the love and kind words, he will be missed by all of us."
In loving memory of
Roger J. Welle
September 27, 1946 - February 25, 2019
Roger Welle, 72 year old resident of Little Falls, MN died Monday, February 25, 2019 at Highland Senior Living in Little Falls with his loving family by his side. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 A.M. Monday, March 4th, 2019 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Belle Prairie. Father Benjamin Kociemba will officiate and burial will be held in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be held from 3:00 6:00 P.M. Sunday, March 3, 2019 at Holy Family Catholic Church and one hour prior to services at the church on Monday.
Roger James Welle was born on September 27, 1946 to the late Victor and Alvina (Weiss) Welle. He grew up on the family farm and attended Our Lady of Angels Academy in Belle Prairie, MN. He graduated from Father Pierz Memorial High School in Pierz, MN in 1964. After graduation, he worked in Minneapolis, MN. In his twenties, he was an intrepid explorer of the United States, living and working in Nebraska, Arizona, Colorado, California, Louisiana, Florida, and New Jersey.
Roger spent the majority of his career working in sales and collections for Bills Produce and Lombardos Tree Service in Beaumont, TX, Glazier Foods in Houston, TX, Fingerhut in St. Cloud, MN and Pinnacle Financial Group in Monticello, MN. In his early retirement, he worked mornings for a golf club in Mendota Heights, MN.
An avid reader and seeker of knowledge, Roger maintained a collection of historical nonfiction and fiction books as well as over 1,000 National Geographic magazines. Always a farm boy at heart, he deeply enjoyed visits to the family farm and drives in the country. He was an enthusiastic traveler, history buff, recreational golfer, and ardent Minnesota Twins fan. He loved listening to Johnny Cash, the Country Polkateers and old country music. In 2016, he was honored as volunteer emeritus by the Minnesota Historical Society in St. Paul, MN. More importantly to Roger, though, he was a father and took great pride in his daughters. He was delighted to be a doting grandfather.
Left to cherish Rogers memory are daughters Cynthia (Jeremy Johnson) Welle of Irvine, CA and Emily Welle of Minneapolis; first wife and mother to Cynthia and Emily, Rosa (Vivar) Welle of San Clemente, CA; second wife, Elizabeth Littlefield of Mendota Heights, MN; siblings Duane (Charlotte) Welle of Ft. Ripley, MN, Darrell (Beverly) Welle of Ft. Ripley, MN, Eileen (Llyal) Braton of Barnesville, MN, Chet (Elynn) Welle of Plymouth, MN, Larry (Deborah) Welle of Little Falls, MN, Janice Welle of Moorhead, MN, Kenneth (Cinthia) Welle of Little Falls, and Beatrice Beady (Darvin) Keehr of Little Falls; step-grandson Spencer and grandson Cruz. Roger was preceded in death by his parents.
Rogers family extend heartfelt appreciation to the Highland Senior Living community, especially Jeff Udy, the entire nursing team, and Karen Bell, who have journeyed with Roger since August of 2016.
Tributes
"A Purple Radiance was ordered on March 2, 2019"
"A Sincerest Thoughts was sent on March 2, 2019Our deepest condolences. Sending you all so much love, prayers and strength. Roger, your warmth and kindness will always be remembered. With love, Elsa, Tito & Henry Mendez & Christina, Ryan, Luke & Olivia Swanno"
"Larry, Debbie and family,Our thoughts and prayer's are with you."
"Our deepest sympathy to the Welle family on the loss of of their brother. May God give u His Peace & Love @ this time."
"A Succulent Garden was ordered on February 28, 2019"
"Thank you for sharing your Dad with us here at Highland. It was a pleasure to be a part of his life and assisting him these last years"
"An A Tranquil Light was ordered on February 28, 2019"
"A Grand Gesture was sent on February 27, 2019In loving memory of Roger Welle. Love, the Littlefield family Elizabeth, Natalie, Julia, Jason, Jesse, Lucas, Diane, Peter, Jackie. We will cherish our memories of you always. "
"So sorry to hear of Roger's death. Sympathy to all the family.Connie and Joe"
"To all of Roger's familySo sorry for the loss of such an amazing family member and cousin to many of us. We all grieve with you. he was a loss to us all. Prayers to you all. Karen and Frank Fussy"
"Welle Family so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace."
"Roger, Rosa and the girls were our family on Landry lane in Tx. Our heartfelt love and wishes to Rogers family and friends. His memory will live on in all our hearts."
"An A Little Bit of Sunshine was sent on February 27, 2019Rosa, Cindy, Emily and families - your love and dedication to Roger are a tribute to a shared love of family. May your memories comfort you now as Roger completes his journey home. God bless. Love, Duchess and Mickey Mack"
"A Well Wishes was ordered on February 27, 2019"
"A Shining Spirit Bouquet was ordered on February 27, 2019"
"Our deepest sympathies for your loss. May Roger's soul and all the souls of the faithfully departed rest in peace. Amen."
"Dewey, and family, saddened to hear about your loss. Prayers and thoughts are sent your way."
"Prayers and condolences go out to the entire Well family. May Roger rest in the peace of Christ, and may God hold all of you in the palm of his hand."