Roger J. Waindle
May 17, 1944 ~ March 8, 2016
Punta Gorda, FL- Roger J. Waindle, 71, died peacefully on Tuesday, March 08, 2016 at the Gosnell Hospice House following a courageous battle with Leukemia. Roger was born on May 17, 1944 in Chicago, IL the son of the late Roger F. and Helen I. Keane Waindle. He graduated from University of Detroit High School and Holy Cross College. He also served in the U.S. Army Reserves. Through the years Roger has worked in several different jobs including Rodeo Clown, Ziebart, New England Bell, General Signal, Dialelectric, Eastcomm, and his sons Sunday paper route all before finally being able to retire to Punta Gorda, FL. In his spare time, Roger enjoyed sailing and rehabbing sailboats and was a member of the Punta Gorda Isles Yacht Club where he received the Mariner of the Year award. He served as vice president of Dinghy Sailing Club, Portland Yacht Club and was involved in Sail Maine. Roger loved singing with the Chorus of North Shore and the choir at St. Annes Church, as well as playing trumpet in the Holy Cross Marching Band. Roger will always be remembered for his great sense of humor, his sincere compassion, and his accepting and charitable nature. He had a great love of people and a commitment to always lending a hand to anyone who needed it. He will be forever missed. Roger is survived by his wife Christine S. Waindle of Punta Gorda, FL; a son Roger J. Waindle and his wife Kim Kelly of Derry, NH; four daughters Erin and her husband Ryan Irish of Gorham, ME, Shannon and her husband Tommy OBrien of Chicago, IL, Brenna Waindle of Gorham, ME and Kaylene and her husband Charlie Mitchell of Gray, ME; a sister Mary Kay Waindle of Detroit, MI; a brother Frank and his wife Carol Waindle of Atlanta, GA; eight grandchildren Parker Curry, Finn Irish, Maeve OBrien, Brinn Irish, Sophie Waindle, Gavin OBrien, Anna Waindle, and West Mitchell. Visiting hours will be held on Friday, March 11, 2016 from 7:00 to 9:00pm at the Conroy-Tully Crawford Funeral Home, 172 State Street, Portland, ME. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday at 12:00pm at St. Annes Church, 299 Main Street, Gorham. Burial will be private. To view Rogers memorial page, or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ctcrawford.com In lieu of flowers those who wish may make contributions in Rogers memory to: Southern Maine Hospice/Gosnell House, 180 US Route One, Scarborough, ME 04074.
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Roger was such an inspiration to me! I am very proud to call him my friend although he told me the last time we talked that Chris found me first. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. He will continue to be in our heart forever. Sail on dear friend.
– Stephanie Jack
I met Roger at Holy Cross thru the marching band and other ventures. Roger always had something going. We became close friends and I was invited to his home many times over the years. His parents were always open and welcoming as was Roger. He encouraged me to try new things and ignited an entrepreneurial spirit that stayed with me my entire life. Thru this friendship I met Lyla and admired the love they had for each other. I will always be grateful for Roger’s friendship and will never forget the impact he had on my young life. As the class of 1967 ages, many classmates have gone to meet Jesus in person. Roger is now with him because of his faith and his kindness. God bless you my friend. Jim
– Jim Soldani
I first me Roger when he was 12 years old. He and his parent showed up on my front porch in Grosse Pointe as my mother had invited Helen and Roger and Roger over for breakfast. Helen was considering accepting the music teach position at Pierce Junior High where my mother was the school librarian. After they all came in the house Roger and I were left standing there looking at each other (I remember he was wearing a bow tie…how polite of Helen). We became fast friends for a number of years, close friends…so close that I introduced him to my best friend Lyla. Life was young and special and I will always have fond memories of those times. His wit, intelligence and sense of humor were great. He will be missed but his memory will linger. He was my friend, and a better sailor than I was. His smile will be remembered. My special condolence on his passing to my God daughter Shannon and to all of the rest of the family. Ed Christian (and Judy)
– Ed Christian
Dear Roger, Kim, Sophie & Anna:Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in our love for you…
– Jillien, Garret, Eve & Mae Klok, Derry, NH
Eternal rest grant unto Roger , O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
– Beth
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
– Jane Quinney
John and I wish to send our condolences to the entire Waindle family. Roger will be forever remembered for his kindness.
– John and Kelley Collier-Spring
I was saddened to hear of Roger’s death. To Chris and family, please accept my sincere sympathies at your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you navigate the future.
– Jack Sutton
We are so saddened to hear this news. Chuck and I have had so many fun times over the years with Roger and Chris. Our condolences to Chris and Roger’s family. Roger will be missed by so many.
– Becky and Chuck Morton
Chris and family, so sorry to hear of Roger’s passing. He was such a lovely man. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.Linda
– Linda Whitenack