With sadness, the family of Roger Nelson Kaun announces his passing on January 27, 2020, at the age of 71 years. Roger was predeceased by his parents, Frederick and Virginia Kaun, his sister Marion and his brothers Brian and Bruce Kaun.
Roger is survived by his brother David (Amy); sisters Helen and Marie (Gary); his wife Leslie and sons Richard (Laura) and Jeffery (Anita) Kaun and four grandchildren, Olivia, Elliott, Grace and Isla Kaun. Roger was extremely proud of his sons and their families but the grandchildren (to whom he was known as Bumpa) were the people most likely to make him smile and sometimes even laugh aloud.
Roger was an avid woodworker who built some very ambitious projects in his spare time, including a second home at “the lake.” During work hours, he was a life insurance agent for 20 years, followed by operating his own business as a home renovator for many more years.
There will not be a funeral or memorial service held because that was not a part of Roger’s wishes. His family will host a gathering of friends and family at a date to be determined, in the spring or early summer.
Anyone wanting to make a charitable donation in Roger’s memory may want to consider the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Mental Health Foundation or a charity of your choice.