Roger P. Oldfield

August 30, 1938 - October 16, 2013

Roger P. Oldfield, 75, of Springfield, died at 1:56 a.m., on Wednesday, October 16, 2013 at St. John’s Hospital. He was born on August 30, 1938 in Cape Girardeau, MO to Kenneth and Margurite Dumm Oldfield.

Survivors include a daughter, Laurie A. Anderson of Middletown, Delaware; five sons, Steve (Amy) Oldfield, Ken P. (Michele) Oldfield and Mike W. Oldfield all of Rochester, John D. (Crystal) Oldfield of Petersburg and Jeff DeKoker of Springfield; 13 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; a sister, Lynn; a brother, Stephen and several nieces and nephews. Also surviving is his ex wife and life long friend, Sharon Oldfield of Springfield.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother and loving family friend and mother to Jeff, MaryLou DeKoker.

Roger really loved family gatherings and spending time with the kids and his close friends; he was an outstanding athlete his entire life and loved being outdoors. He was a lifelong resident of Springfield after college. He served in the National Guard and enjoyed his career in sales of automobiles and homes.

Visitation: 4:00-7:00 p.m., Friday, October 18, 2013 at Staab Funeral Home.

Funeral Service: 10:00 a.m., Saturday, October 19, 2013 at Staab Funeral Home with Monsignor John Ossola officiating.

Burial will follow at Rochester Cemetery.

Visitation Information

Staab Funeral Home - Springfield

Address:

1109 South Fifth Street

Springfield, Illinois 62703

217-528-6461 Map

Service Information

Time: 10:00 am

Staab Funeral Home - Springfield

Address:

1109 South Fifth Street

Springfield, Illinois 62703

217-528-6461 Map

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Nancy Long posted on 10/18/13

Roger leaves the best thing anyone can,lots of fun ,loving memories to hold everyone up through this trying time. He loved you all, wrap yourself's in those memories. Love Nancy and the Chan Clan.

Charles & Pat (Scherer) Schabbing posted on 10/18/13

Roger was loved by all of his classmates. He was fun and had a great personality. We will miss him at our class reunions. Class of '56 Sympathy to his family. Charlie and Pat (Scherer) Schabbing Cape Girardeau, Mo. October 18, 2013

Sharon Oldfield posted on 10/18/13

Roger and I shared a lifetime as parents of 4 handsome boys (young men now) and a beautiful daughter. We couldn't be more proud of our family which also includes 13 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Roger always attended all holidays and Halloween parties I ever cooked for at my house. It will be difficult without him. Tom S. and I would call Roger to meet up with us weekly at Franny's or Gabatoni's (he loved their pizza) and flirting with the waitresses. Roger, we will miss you and all your stories and jokes. Love Sharon

Laurie Anderson posted on 10/18/13

Love you dad and grandpa! We will miss you dearly! Your daughter Laurie (toots) and grandchildren, Blake, Brittany and Brianna

Ken,Michele,Lauren,Aaron and Jace posted on 10/18/13

God saw him getting tired, a cure was not to be. He wrapped him in his loving arms and whispered ‘Come with me.’ He suffered much in silence, his spirit did not bend. He faced his pain with courage, until the very end. He tried so hard to stay with us but his fight was not in vain, God took him to His loving home and freed him from the pain. You will be forever in our hearts Dad.

Gene Farrar posted on 10/17/13

Roger was a good friend, classmate at St. Mary's and Cape Catholic High School, and fellow basketball teammate, we had many good times together. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family.

Sara Stehr Baltz posted on 10/17/13

Roger was a friend and school mate in St. Mary's grade school and Notre Dame High. We had good times and many laughs. Enjoyed seeing him at our class reunion in 2011. My prayers are with his many friends and family.

Teri Buscher ' Whitfield posted on 10/17/13

Roger was a friend of my dad, I heard many stories about their softball days. I had the pleasure of getting to know Roger better as I use to cut his hair. He always spoke highly of his family & definitely could make any person laugh he was a good man! My thoughts and prayers to the family, may your memories of your father help you through this difficult time.

James A Jones posted on 10/17/13

I'm at a loss for words. Rodger was a good friend and will be missed RIP

Steve posted on 10/17/13

We love you Dad (Grandpa O)! Steve Amy Alex Avery Ayden

We Love You posted on 10/17/13

We lover you Dad and miss you very much!

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