I was very sorry to hear of Roger's passing. I( was in one of his first classes at LHS. Later when I started teaching we taught together at Lyons Middle School. He was always a kind and helpful friend.
Daryl McCreery
February 26, 2015
We were very saddened to hear of Roger's passing. We always stopped to talk when he was on one his many walks.
He had such a positive outlook one life . He appreciated the life he lived and his family and friends. He will be missed.
Connie and Lee Wells
February 25, 2015
I was a paraeducator at Washington High School and visited with Roger when he subed what a superior educator and his love for young people was so obvious. So sorry for your loss God bless you all.
Rose Dochterman
February 24, 2015
I was a paraeducator at Washington High School and visited with Roger when he subed what a superior educator and his love for young people was so obvious. So sorry for your loss God bless you all.
Rose Dochterman
February 24, 2015
Sorry for your loss Bill, Scott et al. I always knew I was going to have a good sub day when Roger was subbing for me.
chris robinson
February 24, 2015
Mr. Desmarais was a substitute teacher throught my time at Washington. I loved walking into the class room and seeing him there knowing he was gonna be the sub you knew you were gonna have a good period! Sorry for your loss he was a good man who will be missed in our community
Casey O'Brien
February 24, 2015
My condolences go out to his family! Mr. Desmarais was one of my subs at Washington High School in the early 2000's. He had a heart of gold and really loved his job. May he Rest In Paradise!
Samantha Fye (Shurtz)
February 24, 2015
My most sincere condolences to the family and friends of Roger. He was one the bright spots as my high school principal at South Tama. My favorite memory of him was running our version of the Olympic torch into the gym in full Greek attire. With faculty like him made me want to have my children educated in an atmosphere that he created there for me. He will be greatly missed.
Stacey ( Mason) Zeman (class of STC 1988)
February 24, 2015
I am sorry for the loss. I really enjoyed walking in a classroom and seeing Mr. Desmarais was the sub. It was always a treat for us when he subbed.
Lindy Willson
February 24, 2015
One of the best Teachers I have ever had. He loved his job, even being a sub, and he proudly showed it. My heart aches and my thoughts are with his family and friends.
Melissa Karr
February 24, 2015
Julie,
Our condolences go out to you and your family. Keeping the good memories close to your heart.
Todd and Cathy Schmitz
February 23, 2015
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of a great man. He was so witty and light hearted. He was my substitute teacher at Washington High School in the early 2000's. He was one of my favorites. My condolences are with his family.
Shannon Sims (Cornwell)
February 23, 2015
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of a great man. He was so witty and light hearted. He was my substitute teacher at Washington High School in the early 2000's. He was one of my favorites. My condolences are with his family.
Shannon Sims (Cornwell)
February 23, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss, he was a great teacher! Thank you for all your knowledge, it will be missed.
Jennifer (Evans) DeLarm
February 23, 2015
Mr. Desmarais was a great sub at Washington high school. I always enjoyed when he taught us. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Lauren Grimes
February 23, 2015
Was always a pleasure to have him as a sub teacher when i attended cr Washington high school. Thoughts and prayers.
jenifer mason
February 23, 2015
So sorry to hear about the passing of your dear loved one. I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Desmarais as one of my substitute teachers at Wash from 1989 through 1993. He was a great man.
Tara Turner (Halverson)
February 23, 2015
Roger and Kay were dear neighbors and friends of my parents and I had the privilege of having Mr. Desmarais as my high school principal. He remained near and dear to our family and what joy it was to surprise him at his 90th party, with my father in tow. Precious memory. Prayers to the families and thanking God for the gift of eternal life. We will be reunited someday! I'm sure my mom and Kay have been chatting away!
Gina Kaufman
February 23, 2015
I offer my condolences to all in Mr. Desmarais' family. I had the privilege of having him as my science teacher at Lyons Junior High in Clinton. He was very encouraging to the students in his class. He was also my counselor and was very definite about me fulfilling my potential. He was a great man and had a good sense of humor. He was instrumental in helping me achieve some success in my life. Thank you, Mr. Desmarais.
Sharon Christy
February 23, 2015
Mr. Desmarais was a great teacher, I always enjoyed when he would sub at Washington High school. He will be missed
Lua Vick
February 23, 2015
My condolences to Bill, Karen, Colton and the rest of the family. I first met Roger while as student at Washington High school in the early 90’s, where Roger would occasionally substitute for or visit his son, Bill. Although I didn’t often get the opportunity to talk with him after graduating, I remember the passion he had for teaching and the sciences, and how he would always walk into a room with a smile. He will be missed.
Matt Hicks
February 23, 2015
I join with his family and friends in celebrating his life. I knew Roger as a fellow principal and an excellent substitute teacher. He was a gentleman, and always effective at what he did. He had the heart of a teacher which he demonstrated in his interactions with students. He made a difference. He was my friend.
William C. Jacobson Educator.
Willilam C. Jacobson
February 23, 2015
Bill
We are so sorry for your loss. We hope that peace and comfort come at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. I so enjoyed chatting with Roger. He truly loved teaching and helping young people.
May God bless you.
Jim and Carol Voss
Jim Voss
February 23, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Roger was my science teacher at Lyons Jr High. He influenced me to pursue science education.
Larry Kettler
February 22, 2015