Roger H. Witham
September 9, 1949 ~ January 4, 2018
Roger H. Witham, 68, died suddenly on Thursday, January 4, 2018 with his wife by his side and on the phone with his beloved daughter.
Born in Danvers on Sept. 9, 1949, he was the son of the late Everett and Norma (Thomas) Witham. He was raised and educated in Danvers and was a 1967 graduate of Danvers High School.
Roger was employed by the Town of Danvers, first in the Water Department and then as a lineman for the Electric Department until his retirement in 2003.
He was a proud member of Mean & Clean and was a friend of Bill W. for thirty years.
He was a lifelong Danvers resident who was beloved and well respected in the community. His love for his wife and daughter had no boundaries.
He leaves his loving wife, Mary Beth (Dacey) Witham of Danvers, his daughter, Cori Witham of California, his brother Thomas Witham and his late wife Mary of Sandwich, His niece, Heather, his nephew, David, two grandnephews, his in-laws, Arlene and Thomas Dacey of Beverly, and many dear friends.
His Funeral Service will be Thursday, January 11, 2018 at 10AM in C.R. Lyons & Sons Funeral Directors, 28 Elm St., Danvers. Burial will follow in Walnut Grove Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited. Visiting hours are Wednesday from 4-8PM in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations in Roger’s name may be made to the Danvers People-to-People Food Pantry, PO Box 2076, Danvers, MA 01923.
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Alan and I are beyond sad that you have left us. Rest In Peace our friend.
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy at such a difficult time as this. Thoughts and prayers 🙏,
Alice Lipinski Tierney (Class of 1967)
We all grew up in Danvers Highlands at a time when it was great to be a kid. Remembering Roger and Tommy fondly. Gone much too soon.
Kathy (Toomey) Duke
Burlington, MA
Roger, we are saddened by your passing. We could never have asked for a sweeter, kinder and wonderful son-in-law. Rest In Peace
Arlene and Tom Dacey
Beverly, MA
I am deeply saddened. My heart goes out to MaryBeth and all Roger’s family and loved ones. Listen carefully to the wind for he is out there -,riding towards new a new horizon. Love, Honor, and Respect always, MarySusan AKA Lemon-Street-Sue (Friend of Bill W and Road Scribe of America).
My Last memory of the Wiz was a ride home alone just the two of us after a pack break up of the Guys…in Laconia.I got to know him a lot better on a lunch stop on that ride what a Good Dude R.I.P., Old Friend, and Brother you will be missed by many …Jeff Lake M&C.
My deepest condolences to MaryBeth and Rogers extended family. Roger was a decent and compassionate soul. Always willing to help and listen to another individual. I myself was encouraged by Roger many times. May his Spirit and soul have everlasting life in Gods Kingdom and may God give MaryBeth and the Witham family the strength and peace to get thru this trying time!
Roger, you will be missed and remembered. Stay the coursel Strength and courage to your family!
Wayne and I have known Roger for thirty years. Just the mention of his name amongst our group of friends has always brought smiles and stories. He was the epitome of a gentleman. We are truly saddened by this loss and our love prayers and support are offered freely to Mary Beth.
A sympathy card was purchased for the family of Roger H. Witham.
A sympathy card was purchased for the family of Roger H. Witham.
Roger was The Maestro. He introduced me to the likes of Walkin Jim Stoltz, John Prine , Bill Morrisey, Greg Brown , Patty Larkin…I listened to “Such a Night” by Dr John today and thought of Roger and MaryBeth , dancing ( under the moonlight ). Rest In Peace , Roger. My thoughts and prayers to MaryBeth and family .
Gentle man, lover of nature, soft spoken, kind and beyond wise. Your words and quotes were always a huge help to me- early on AND now and forever. To witness the love between you and MB was truly a gift indeed. Rest and ride like the wind….Louie
I worked for the Water Dept over the Summers during high school and college. I’ll never forget Roger every morning slamming the clipboard holding his timecard on the table as he signed in. He was a great guy and a lot of fun to work with. Sorry for your loss.
We are all deeply saddened by Rogers passing. He has an iconic presence continuing to be felt by the many lives he touched. His wife, Mary Beth, has asked me to share this information with all of you. Donations in Rogers memory can be made to the Wild Wind Foundation below. Specifically the Kid for the Wild Scholarship. Walkin’ Jim Stoltz was major influence on Rogers life. To learn more about Walkin’ Jim and the Wild Wind Foundation visit http://www.wildwindfoundation.com
Donations to this foundation would be heartfelt. – Laura Delaney
Wild Wind Foundation/Kid for the Wild Scholarship
PO Box 160477
Big Sky Montana, 59716
I’m am deeply saddened . Love and support to you Marybeth ❤️
My “Favorite Cousin Rog” – You gave much of yourself to others. No one was ready for you to leave so soon, most of all of course, Mary-Beth. We will be there for her as you were. Thank you for generously leaving us fond memories of your talent, kindness, independence, and so much laughter.
With Love,
Sharon
Roger and I got sober down the wall (Revere Beach). I will miss him
I am still in shock over this loss of life! Roger was my number 1 fan, as I use to take care of his mother Norma Witham. He told me on a weekly basis…Linda you have earned your wings!
Roger you have earned your wings! Now you can watch over your beautiful wife Marybeth, and your beautiful daughter Cori! R.I.P.
Marybeth, so saddened to have learned of your loss! Your dad just informed me and told me that Roger was a terrific guy. I’m sure he was. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Stay strong and remember the beautiful times you shared in love. God bless you and Roger.
Dick and Rose Sena
I met roger 28 years ago at the noon time
I always looked forward to seeing him
there we would talk shop and bikes
going to miss you roger…
our prayers are with you and your family
scott & nicole ferris
Roger was such a gentle and kind soul! MaryBeth, may you feel his love and hear his laughter always!
So very saddened to hear about Roger! The world lost a wonderful, gentle, caring soul. He will be deeply missed, my thoughts are with you Mary Beth.
Cheri Corrado
Marybeth I was so sad to hear about Roger. May god bless your family – praying for you all. He will be truly missed.
Linda – Sam and Joes
I’m so sorry, Marybeth. Roger was already there when I arrived and he always anchored the room for me. His quiet steady presence meant a lot and I miss not seeing him in “his” chair.
Marybeth and Cori, I was so sorry to learn of Roger’s death. He was the epitome of someone who marched to the beat of his own drummer, and yet was truly a kind and caring soul. It was a treat getting to know him better after his mom’s passing, and I know he will be missed by so many. May God bless you both as you grieve the passing of such a wonderful husband and father.
Linda Hussey (First Church)