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Roger W. Jerney
December 6, 1950 - October 19, 2017
Roger W. Jerney passed away peacefully in his sleep after a courageous year-long battle with Melanoma cancer.
Roger was born on December 6, 1950, to Kenneth and Anna Jerney (Toich) in the Marshall Islands (Kwajalein). At a young age the family moved to Alpine, California, where Roger attended elementary and high school. At the very young age of 12, Roger began working at McCall's Ranch in Alpine, California, where he served as a helping hand on the ranch for troubled youth. When he was 19, Roger joined the United States Air Force (July 16, 1970) as an Airman. He quickly advanced through the ranks to Senior Master Sergeant before earning a commission as a Second Lieutenant in 1985. Roger retired as a Major on August 1, 1998, in Colorado Springs. He began a second 15-year career at the U.S. Postal Service in Colorado Springs until retirement in May 2016.
In 2005 Roger met the love of his life, Jan Whitney, and they were married on October 25, 2014. Roger's love for travel took them to Hawaii, Switzerland, Amsterdam, and Italy and they frequented Arizona where they purchased a winter home. His other passion was riding his motorcycle, "Bluebell," (named after his mother's favorite flower) throughout Colorado, a place he called home and loved.
He is survived by his loving wife, Jan (Whitney); two brothers, Calvin R. Jerney, and Charles A. Jerney (June); a step-daughter, Shauna Sandage (Andy); nephews, Michael A. Jerney (Wyoming) and John A. Jerney (Georgia); niece, Emily S. Hamilton (Texas); and cousins, David Fudurich, and Boris Fudurich, both of Canada. Roger will be sorely missed by his dog, Riley.
A memorial service will be held 10:00 a.m. Monday, October 30, 2017 at Shrine of Remembrance "America the Beautiful" Chapel, 1730 East Fountain Boulevard, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80910. A reception will follow the service at 12:00 p.m. at Salute Bar and Grill, 4767 North Carefree Circle, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80917.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Roger's favorite charity: Advocates for Children (CASA), adv4children.org (10855 East Bethany Drive, Aurora, Colorado 80014).
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Memories and Condolences
for Roger Jerney
Heather Jerney-Adonis
July 11, 2025
Uncle Roger, I've been going by yours and my Dad's,(Calvin)& grandparents grave sites in Alpine and keeping it tended, I found some nice stones im going to haul in to keep the weeds down, sorry you didn't get a chance to know me or my children, rest in peace, amen
Rob Patterson
December 22, 2024
I was looking for Roger, and I'm very sad to discover that he is gone. We were OTS classmates, and he was an exceptional person. I've recounted stories about Roger many times throughout the past 40 years. I'm sure that he is greatly missed by all who were privileged to know him! [He is front and center in the photo -- and rightfully so.]
Jan Whitney
November 1, 2017
Roger just being Roger
Jan Whitney
November 1, 2017
Roger's bikeBluebell
Jan Whitney
November 1, 2017
Wedding October 25; 2014
Jan Whitney
November 1, 2017
October 31, 2017
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Roger was a kind and gentle man. You have many memories of joyful times to cherish & many friends sharing in your sorrow through these sad days. God Bless you Jan - The Brommer Family
October 31, 2017
Sincere condolences. When Jesus' friend Lazarus died he wept. (John 11:35) We weep with you in the hope that you might find comfort and hope. (Rom. 15:4) Respectfully, Ali
Rick and Janie Guzzetta
October 28, 2017
Roger made everyone he met feel special. He was a very kind person with an engaging smile. May he live on in the hearts of all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jan, Shauna, Andy and his family. With sincerest sympathy and love ~
Lauri Jaramillo
October 26, 2017
I met Roger in 1981 on Guam. He was a kind and generous person who will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Steve Koeppen
October 26, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are for you, Jan, Calvin, Charles and all the family. Roger was an inspiration and we, as neighbors will miss Roger. God bless you! - Steve & Linda Koeppen / Pinon Sun
Cynthia & Gundars Kitners
October 25, 2017
Roger was a very kind, and good man. He will be missed by all. Many prayers and love to Jan, and the family.
Mary Routh
October 25, 2017
Roger, I will miss you greatly. I loved talking with you on our walks with our dogs around Pino. Sun Complex. I loved to be invited over to join in your get-togethers, or just to talk with you and Jan over a glass of wine. You always had a huge hug and a welcoming smile for me. I'm so glad you were brought into my life. Thank you for your warm friendship. I think of you often always.
Eileen G
October 25, 2017
Roger was an inspiration to everyone he met! I loved visiting with him when Riley came for his treats. He always smiled. God has a very special angel now!!!
James "Bogie" Bogenrief
October 25, 2017
My thoughts and prayers go out Roger's family. He was a great patriot and a superb role model for our young NCOs and junior officers. He will be missed. Colonel James D. "Bogie" Bogenrief
Greg Kelly
October 25, 2017
Roger was a real man. Calm, smart and funny. My wife Sheri and I will miss him dearly.
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