Roger Belden, 79, of Somonauk, IL, passed away Friday, May 15, 2020 at OSF St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Ottawa, IL. He was born March 21, 1941 in Peoria, IL, the son of Ancel and Myrtle Belden. Roger was a proud member of the US Air Force, serving four years. After his discharge from the Air Force, Roger returned to win the heart of Donna Healy. He and Donna married on November 15, 1965 in Peoria, IL. Upon his retirement to Somonauk, Roger spend lots of time landscaping their large yard and installing a fishpond. Roger was always ready and willing to lend a hand however he could. Roger was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Somonauk where he was involved with numerous activities. He helped re-build damaged homes, helped elderly with repairs to their homes, and delivered for Meals On Wheels. Roger’s lifelong enjoyments include fishing, boating, bowling, woodworking, and a round of golf every so often.
He is survived by his wife, Donna of Somonauk, IL; his children, Christine Belden and Matt Belden both of Somonauk, IL; one grandson, Dalton Lee Belden; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Carol.
Cremation Rites were accorded to Turner-Eighner Funeral Home. For more information or to sign the online guest book, go to www.EighnerFuneralHomes.com
Turner-Eighner Funeral Home
13160 Rt 34 W ~ PO Box 404
Somonauk, IL 60552
815-498-2363
He is survived by his wife, Donna of Somonauk, IL; his children, Christine Belden and Matt Belden both of Somonauk, IL; one grandson, Dalton Lee Belden; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Carol.
Cremation Rites were accorded to Turner-Eighner Funeral Home. For more information or to sign the online guest book, go to www.EighnerFuneralHomes.com
Turner-Eighner Funeral Home
13160 Rt 34 W ~ PO Box 404
Somonauk, IL 60552
815-498-2363
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