OREGON — Roger A Sheely, age 77, of Oregon, Illinois passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024 at his home. He was born May 24, 1947 to Alvin (Banty) Sheely and Marie Klapprodt Sheely at KSB Hospital in Dixon, IL. Roger was a graduate of Mt Morris High School, Class of 1965. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corp in 1965 and was a proud Vietnam Veteran.
Roger loved his family and his many friends and neighbors. He was also eager to help anyone in anyway that he could. No project was to big or to small. He could fix a hearing aid or a piece of quarry equipment. He would do it by the book or by the "Sheely Fix It" way. Roger started fixing things at a young age. As a very mischievous little boy he once took his moms sewing machine all apart and no one could fix it so she had to get a new one. This was just a self taught repairman roll, that I believe he instilled in his own sons!
Roger collected many things including Simplicity mowers, motorcycles, trucks and cars. His favorite car was his dad's 55 T Bird. He loved fishing from the bank of the Pine Creek or his boat in Florida.
Roger was a member of the Rock River Riders Motorcycle Club, and was a hillclimb champion.
Retired from Local 150, worked alongside his brother at Sheely Aggregates. Roger was an avid Lottery Ticket scratcher. If you think about a proud American or PineCricker, you will remember Roger.
Roger is survived by his wife, Linda Lawson Sheely. Sons: Michael Sheely, Lucas Sheely, Myrl Johnson. Daughters: Shannon Hughes and Ann Miller. Brother; Ken Sheely Sister; Sue Ramage and many grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by his parents and sister Kathy Sheely Brooks.
Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, May 31, 2025 1-4 pm at the Oregon VFW. Wear patriotic themed attire if possible?
