Roger Lee Zehner

Roger Lee Zehner, age 67, of Claremont, Illinois passed away Monday, March 23, 2015, at his residence. He was born February 27, 1948, in Vincennes, Indiana, the son of Clarence "Pete" and Rosa Elizabeth (Foster) Zehner. He married Edna Mae Hayes on May 30, 1981, and she survives. Roger worked as a semi-tractor-trailer driver until he became employed with Wal-Mart where he worked for 16 years. He most recently worked for Richland Manufacturing in Olney. Roger was a Veteran of the United States Army with the rank of AUS CE Sp4. He was stationed in Korea during the Vietnam War. Roger was affiliated with the Methodist faith. His memberships include: Lawrenceville VFW, Community Center in Claremont, National Rifle Association and Bass Masters. Roger's parents preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife, Edna, of Claremont; two brothers, Randy Zehner (Judy) of Claremont and Rick Zehner (Richard Brewer) of Olney; two sisters, Darlene Beaulieu (Duane) of Olney and Cathy Zuber (Joe) of Olney. Several nieces, nephews and a great-nephew also survive. Funeral services will be 10 AM (CST) Saturday at Emmons-Macey & Steffey Funeral Home in Lawrenceville. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 PM (CST) Friday at the funeral home Burial will be in Crest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice or the Claremont Community Center with envelopes available through the funeral home.