Roger was born May 3rd 1951, in Elkhart Indiana, to Robert and Evelyn Jellison.
Roger lived and worked in Elkhart his whole life. He married Jennifer Nagy in 1973. They later separated but remained friends for the rest of their lives. He worked at Flexible Foam, where he took early retirement, for over 25 years.
Roger enjoyed thrifting, going to the library to rent movies and spending time with friends and family. Mostly Roger enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
Roger passed quietly with his daughter at his side. He is survived by his children, Jeremy (Jennifer) Jellison, Jessica (Erasmo) Lopez, Joshua Jellison and his grandchildren Elena, Angelina, Alexandra, Gage and Samantha all of Elkhart. Also, a brother, Timothy Jellison, of Mishawaka. As well as extended family Patricia, Kyshaun, and Daryauna Pello. He was preceded in death by his beloved grandson Kevin Jellison.
A celebration of life will be held at a date TBA.
Elkhart Cremation Services has been entrusted with his care.
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