Roger Gerald Shofner, 70
Roger Shofner
Roger Gerald Shofner, 70, passed away on Thanksgiving day, Nov. 28, 2013, after fighting a hard battle against cancer. Born in Greenway, Minn., June 10, 1943, to Walter and Alvera Shofner.
He moved to Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, in 1971, where he met and married Jayne (Swingley) in 1972. After marriage they relocated to Rathdrum to make their home.
Roger worked at Norms Plumbing for several years before joining the Labors Local Union 238 working on roads, bridges and general construction. He retired in 1996. After retiring he and his wife became snowbirds for 10 years making many friends in Arizona.
Roger loved fishing, hunting, boating, gardening and riding his ATV.
He also liked having coffee at the local coffee shop with his friends.
Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Alvera Shofner; sisters, Donna Elj and Audrey Sleten; and brothers, Lyle and Glenn Shofner.
Survived by his wife of 41 years, Jayne; twin sons, Bradley and Randy; daughter Heather Haller; brother Harvey Shofner; sister Marilyn Chapin; grandchildren, Travis, Mackenzie, Autumn, Jessica, Shannon and Stephanie; and several nephews and nieces.
No service will be held at Rogers’ request. Our family would like to thank the Doctors, Nurses and Hospice of North Idaho for all their support and care.