Roger W. Tarpley, of White Lake, died Sunday, August 14, 2022, at Aspirus Langlade Hospital. He was 73 years old. He was born on September 8, 1948, in Pulaski, Tenn. a son of Jack and Kathleen (Martin) Tarpley.
He graduated from Sheboygan High School in 1964.
Roger worked as a truck driver for Roundy's for 35 years. He was a union steward.
During his working years, Roger vacationed in White Lake and later moved there after retiring.
Roger was a member of Langlade County ATV Club and ABATE. He was an avid motorcyclist and also enjoyed shooting pool.
Roger was a wonderful father and grandfather. He will be missed dearly by many. Loved by all around him.
Survivors include two sons, Harley Tarpley of West Allis, and Tony (Tina) Mayek of Milwaukee; five grandchildren, Jayden, Jayce, and Phoenyx Tarpley and Brent and Britt Mayek; and many great-grandchildren; A close friend, Debbie Benton of White Lake; Harley's mother, Jeanne Evans of White Lake; and many friends and other relatives.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his sisters, Betty Tarpley and Connie Tarpley.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, August 27, at Our Happy Place in White Lake beginning at noon.
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Rest in Peace Roger... You were always very kind with a dry kind of humor! You will be missed.