~ IN MEMORY ~
DL Capt. Roger Alan DuClos
April 14, 1945 ~ March 25, 2025
Roger Alan DuClos, a devoted husband,
father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on March 25, 2025, leaving behind
a lifetime of adventure, love, and unwavering dedication to family……………….
Roger joined Delta Air Lines 02-26-1973 and
was based CVG/030. He is survived by his
wife Linda, and by his daughters and his grandchildren.
PCN memorial site
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/abc15/name/roger-duclos-obituary?id=58066769
Roger DuClos Obituary
Roger Alan DuClos, a devoted husband,
father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on March 25, 2025, leaving behind
a lifetime of adventure, love, and unwavering dedication to family. Born in
Palos Heights, IL in 1945, Roger was an athlete at heart, excelling in both
baseball and football during his high school years. His talent on the field
earned him a college football scholarship. He graduated from the University of
Arizona, and then answered the call to serve, becoming an Air Force instructor
pilot on the T-38. His love for the skies carried him into a distinguished
career as a captain with Delta Airlines, where he spent over 30 years doing
what he loved-flying. He loved talking about aviation and would happily spend
hours and hours talking to anyone that would listen! A true adventurer, Roger
found joy on both land and water. He was a passionate water skier, spending his
summers on Lauderdale Lakes, where he skied more than a hundred times each
season, well into his 70's. He loved being part of the water ski team as a
skier in the 1960's and supporting his daughters as they followed in his
footsteps. When not on the lake, he could be found exploring the rugged beauty
of Arizona's mountains, embracing the solitude and beauty of the trails he
loved so much. Despite his many adventures, Roger's greatest joy was his
family. He shared a beautiful life with his beloved wife of 55 years, Linda,
and took immense pride in his daughters, Jennifer Strombom (Brian) and Wendy
Davids (Mark). He absolutely loved his role as Grandpa to Madelyn and Adam,
always encouraging them to explore the world with curiosity and courage. He is
also survived by his loving sister, Nancy Widmann (Ed), and was preceded in
death by his parents, Elmer and Louise, and brothers, King and Bruce. Roger's
favorite phrase was, "Not all those who wander are lost." Whether
soaring through the sky, cutting across the water, or trekking through the
mountains, he embodied the spirit of a true explorer-never lost, always
discovering. His legacy of adventure, love, and integrity will live on in the
hearts of those who knew and loved him.
A Celebration of Life open house will be
held on May 25, 2025 from 11am-2pm Evergreen Country Club N6246 Hwy 12/67
Elkhorn, WI 53121 In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Southern
Wakes United Water Ski Team in Roger's honor (this is the new name of the
Lauderdale Aqua Skiers Water Ski Team that has been part of the DuClos family
for many decades) https://www.southernwakesunited.com/donate
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