In Loving Memory of Roger Melvin

In Loving Memory of Roger Melvin

The heartbreaking news of the passing of Roger Melvin, age 45, has left an ache in the hearts of all who knew him. On what began as an ordinary day—one spent doing what he had always done, providing for those he loved—Roger tragically lost his life while out in the woods cutting wood for his family. A second tree unexpectedly came crashing down, striking him before he ever had a chance to react. He passed instantly, gone before he even hit the ground. The suddenness of this tragedy has shaken an entire community, leaving his loved ones grappling with a loss far too heavy to comprehend.

Roger was the very definition of a devoted husband, father, and son. Quiet in his strength and steady in his love, he lived his life with one purpose: to take care of his family. He leaves behind his beloved wife, who depended on him not just for support, but for partnership, warmth, and the sense of safety he so naturally provided. He also leaves behind two young children—a son, just 11, and a daughter, only 9—who adored their father and were the center of his world.

To them, Roger was a hero. A man who spent long, hard days working to ensure they had everything they needed. A dad who showed up in every way that mattered—not with grand gestures, but with the tenderness of everyday fatherhood: a helping hand, a calming voice, a strong embrace, and a steady presence. His loss leaves a painful void that words can never fully express.

Our hearts are especially with his mother, Rose Melvin, a cherished member of our company and a woman we care for deeply. Rose has always shown strength, grace, and kindness in all she does, but no mother should ever endure the loss of a child. Her heartbreak is our heartbreak. Her pain is felt throughout our work family, and we stand beside her with love, compassion, and unwavering support.

This tragedy has also placed an unimaginable burden on the family Roger worked so hard to support. With his sudden passing, they now face life without their provider, their protector, and the man who ensured their needs were met. They have no insurance and no stable source of income now that Roger is gone. The financial weight adds yet another layer of pain to an already devastating loss.

But in times like this, we believe in the strength of community. Roger was a man who gave everything he had to his family—now it is our turn to help give back. By surrounding his loved ones with compassion, generosity, and support, we honor his legacy in the truest way possible.

As we remember Roger, we remember a man who lived simply but loved fiercely. A man whose hands were rough from work, but whose heart was soft and full. A man who asked for little, but gave much. His life was marked by sacrifice, loyalty, and love—and though his time on this earth was far too short, his impact will be felt for years to come.

May his family be lifted by our prayers.

May Rose feel the warmth of our support.

May his children always know the depth of their father’s love.

And may Roger rest in eternal peace, forever remembered, forever cherished, and forever loved.

Rest in peace, Roger Melvin. Your legacy lives on in the hearts of all who knew you.