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Collection: FND001 - SHSND Foundation - North Dakota Heritage Family Memorial Program
Series: Tribute
Folder: DIG
Item: 272217
Title: Roger A. Deines
Date: 5/20/1953-7/2/2026
Inscription/Marks: 5/20/1953
Summary: It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roger Allen Deines, 73, of Tioga, ND, on July 2, 2026, at the Tioga Medical Center. A memorial service was held July 13, 2026, at the Grace Lutheran Church in Wildrose, ND. Inurnment was in the Wildrose Cemetery. Roger was born to Albert and Freida (Walter) Deines on May 20, 1953 in Scottsbluff, NE. On November 14, 2003, he married Denise Skarphol. Roger spent many years as a dedicated truck driver for Northern Improvement Co. in Dickinson, ND, hauling asphalt, taking pride in his work and the miles he traveled. He was a true jokester who never missed an opportunity to try to make someone smile. Whether it was a quick-witted remark, a playful prank, or a story, he had a special gift for bringing joy and laughter to everyone around. Roger found happiness in life’s simple pleasures. He loved spending time fishing, where he enjoyed the peace of the water and the thrill of a good catch. He also enjoyed relaxing in front of the television watching his favorite shows. Roger was also well known for his legendary homemade BBQ sauce, a recipe that became a favorite among family and friends. More than anything, Roger will be remembered for the love he shared, the laughter he inspired, and the countless moments that made those around him feel at ease. His humor and generous spirit leave behind a legacy that will live on in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing him. Roger is survived by his wife, Denise; his children, Jason Deines and Lynell Sutter; stepchildren, Ryan Skarphol and Diandra Kallberg; grandchildren, Madalyn Deines, Jadelyn, Kosmos, and Renati Sutter, Janie and Lucy Skarphol, Kadence, Kutler, and Kendal Kallberg; brother, Leroy Deines; special nephew, Jesse Deines; mother-in-law, Lois Knudsvig; and sister and brother-in-law, Darnell and Bob Tangsrud. Roger was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents; special aunt, Esther Weinmaster; sister-in-law, Theresa Deines; and father-in-law Dean Knudsvig.
Red ID: FND_I_79709 Image ID: 577097 Image Notes: FND001 272217

Collection: FND001 Digitized Images from Collection
Title: SHSND Foundation - North Dakota Heritage Family Memorial Program
Date: -

Summary: The North Dakota Heritage Family Memorial Program is sponsored by the North Dakota Funeral Directors Association. The life stories of deceased North Dakotans are featured in an archvied collection. Current partners in the project are Eastgate Funeral & Cremation Services, Bismarck Evans Funeral Homes, Carrington and New Rockford Everson-Coughlin Funeral Home, Williston Fulkerson Funeral Home, Tioga Fulkerson Funeral Home, Watford City Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Williston Nero Funeral Home, Bottineau Parkway Funeral Service, Bismarck Springan Stevenson Funeral Home, Stanley Stevenson Funeral Home, Dickinson These funeral homes provide recent obituaries to the Foundation, where staff and volunteers format, edit and archive each memorial. The memorials are posted, and copies are sent to the family for their input and approval. The listing currently features more than 13,000 memorials, and is constantly updated as new memorials and histories are received.

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