Visitation will be Friday, September 27, 2024 for 82-year-old Roger Leo Lauterjung of Chester, Illinois, who passed away at 9:26 a.m., Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at his residence.
He was born June 27, 1942 in Randolph County son of Edward H. and Clara C. (nee Gaertner) Lauterjung who both preceded him in death. .
Roger married Jacqueline Sue Ray on August 31, 1968 in Moultrie County, Illinois; she preceded him in death.
He is survived by a sister: Irene Slingerland; a nephew: Larry (Robbie D.) Lauterjung; a niece: Cookie (Bob) Rathert; five grandchildren; a nephew; three nieces; and several cousins and friends.
He was also preceded in death by a son: Eric Lauterjung.
After graduating from Chester High School in 1960, Roger attended Southern Illinois University where he received an Associates of Technology.
He then went on to Eastern Illinois University and earned a Bachelor’s degree in business administration.
Roger worked for the United States Postal Service until his retirement.
Roger was a United States Army Veteran.
Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Friday, September 27, 2024 at the Pechacek Funeral Home in Chester, Illinois.
Memorials may be made to family choice.