Roger Marshall Mealman, 78

?Roger M. Mealman, 78, of Coeur d'Alene, entered through heaven's gates into the loving arms of his lord and savior on Feb. 16, 2013.?He was born in Marysville, Calif., on May 25, 1934, to Marshall and Myrtle Mealman and lived in the Sacramento area until he moved to North Idaho with his family in 1987.

?Roger leaves behind his loving wife of 34 years; a daughter, Kimberly, who was the apple of daddy’s eye; a granddaughter, Naomi, who was the Sunshine and bright star of his life.?He is also survived by three stepsons, Jeff Mistretta and his wife Julie, Brian and Garth Reeves; 13 step-grandchildren; several great-grandchildren who he was a special papa to. He also leaves behind several close friends who were much loved and a great joy to him.

?Family Life Center was his home church, where before his passing he played the bass guitar in the church band. An accomplished guitar player, he liked to teach others how to play.?Roger was involved in prison ministry and Bible study groups. He was a member of the Carpenters Union as a piledriver/welder for 26 years.?

The family would like to extend heartfelt gratitude for the care and love of the Hospice house of Hayden, along with all those who tended Roger during his last days. Family and friends will be informed of a memorial at a later date. Yates Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of final arrangements.