Roger Lee Berig

Roger was raised in Windsor, Colorado and after finishing high school, he was drafted into the U.S. Army. After coming home from the Army, he attended Regis University in Denver and graduated with a degree in accounting. Roger's first job was at Websters Feedlot. He then worked as an accountant for Coors in Golden and at Advanced Energy Vestas. He eventually retired from the City of Greeley at the end of his career.

Roger married the love of his life, Anita Martin on December 5, 1970, and together they raised two children; Ricky and Tina. They spent their lives together up until her passing on January 1, 2025. Roger was a devout Catholic and was baptized at St. Peter's Catholic Church where he also became an Alter Boy. As a young boy, Roger's dad played the accordion and taught him how to play. He grew to love playing the accordion and even started his own Polka Band. Although his time in a band eventually came to an end, he never stopped enjoying going to dances.

In Roger's free time, he enjoyed hanging out with his friends and having a Coors Light. He loved being with his family and having big family gatherings; those traditions were his favorite. Roger also absolutely loved the Denver Broncos, he was a huge fan.

Roger is survived by his daughter, Tina Berig; cousin, Tom Berig; and aunt, Bonnie Todd. He is preceded in death by his wife, Anita Berig; son, Ricky Alan Berig; and mother and father-in-law, Helene and Andreas Martin.

A visitation for Roger will be held Saturday, April 26, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Stoddard Funeral Home, 3205 W. 28th Street, Greeley, Colorado 80634. Following the visitation will be a graveside service at Sunset Memorial Gardens, 3400 W. 28th Street, Greeley, Colorado 80634.