Roger Jay Palmer

Born August 27, 1952 in Norwich, he was a son of the late George and Catherine (Fields) Palmer. He was raised in Colchester, attending St. Peter’s Episcopal in Church, Hebron in his youth and was a 1971 graduate of Bacon Academy.

Roger was a hardworking and selfless man of strong conviction, he always putting others first. Over much of the past year as his health declined, he was able to continue working, operating Roger Palmer Foundations, with the support of true friends and colleagues.

A lifelong member of the Colchester Fish & Game Club, he spent countless hours over the decades, supporting their mission and membership, having served on the Executive Board and was Permittee for many years.

In his passing, he rejoins his parents; siblings, George, sister-in-law Sharon, Paul, Richard, Thomas and Sandra; nephew, Gary; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and Billy Scopino. He leaves behind to mourn his loss and cherish his memory longtime partner, Debbie Goodwin; children, Brett and his wife, Brittany, Brooke and her partner, Ryan, and Sheri Ann; grandchildren, Landon, Brayden, Chase, Colton, Scarlett, Luke, Skylar, Jaden, Haily and Ali; true friends (some since childhood) and extended family and friends at Fish & Game.

He leaves an indelible mark on the hearts of those whom had the opportunity to meet; and will live on through them all.

Our heartfelt gratitude goes out not only to those who rallied around him, but to the doctors, nurses and staff at the Wm. W. Backus Hospital in Norwich; especially those on E-4; at the Infusion Center, and from Pulmonary Physicians of Norwich, for their genuine care and compassion.

Graveside services will be observed 11 am Saturday (April 13th) at Linwood Cemetery, Route 16, Colchester; followed by a Celebration of Life at the Colchester Fish & Game Club, Old Amston Road, Colchester, through 4 pm. To honor Roger’s memory, and, lieu of flowers, those whom wish may make a contribution to the CT Humane Society (www.cthumane.org), American Cancer Society (www.donate.cancer.org); or simply commit a “random act of kindness”.

Care of arrangements has been entrusted to Church & Allen Funeral Service, Norwich. For online condolences, please visit www.ChurchandAllen.com