Roger W. Halverson, 61
Tucson, Ariz. — Roger W. Halverson, age 61, passed away Jan. 22, 2009, at Tucson, Ariz., after a three month battle with pancreatic cancer.
Roger graduated from Frost High school. He attended Mankato State College and graduated from the University of Minnesota – Waseca with horticulture and landscaping degrees. He was a skilled landscaper and gardener for the City of Phoenix until his retirement.
He leaves behind many dear friends, co-workers, and extended family members whom he loved dearly.
He is survived by his wife, Linda (Amundson) of 37 years, brothers, Bill (Mary) Halverson of Frost, Buck (Laurie) Halverson of Blue Earth, and Randy Halverson of Frost and several nieces and nephews all of whom he was very proud.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Adrian L. and Velma Halverson.
A celebration in memory of Roger’s life was held at Patton Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Blue Earth on Jan. 31, 2009 from 3-5 p.m.
Web tributes may be left at www.pattonfh.com