Roger Riedlinger, 74, Elgin, passed away January 2, 2018, with his wife, Sharon, by his side. Welcoming him into heaven was his grandson, Eric Stephen Gernand and his savior Jesus Christ.

Services will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, January 6, 2018, at the Elgin Community Center with Pastor Gary Bovkoon officiating. Burial will follow at Bethesda United Methodist Cemetery, Elgin ND.

Visitation will be held Friday, January 5th from 1– 7pm at the Elgin Evanson Jensen Funeral Home with service at 7pm.

Roger was born on December 14, 1943, to Albert and Rosina (Schueffele) Riedlinger in Hebron, ND. At an early age, Roger cared for their family and family farm after the passing of their father Albert. Starting at the age of 18, Roger worked for the Hebron Brick Manufacturing Company.

On June 18, 1965, he was united in marriage to Sharon Frey. Through their union they were blessed with 5 children. While raising their children, Roger worked at a Dairy Farm in Elk Grove, CA, Dittus Incorporated in Elgin, ND, and finally with the City of Elgin. At the city of Elgin, Roger trained many maintenance personnel to serve the community while performing his own duties as the Chief of Police. After 35 years, Roger retired as the Chief of Police. Over the 35 years with the City of Elgin, Roger helped many teenagers grow to young adults for which many remained his respected friend.

Roger loved to spend time with his family and friends. As a true people person, Roger had many friends that loved to pass the time with him. Roger loved days out fishing and camping with his children and grandchildren, who have fond memories of the adventures he took them on.

Roger loved the jobs which gave him many challenges, he especially loved working with law enforcement colleagues which he had the upmost respect. Roger, with a humble personality and kind heart, is truly honored that the Law Enforcement has supported this difficult time.

Roger will be deeply missed by his wife, Sharon and children; Nanette (Paul) Mauer, Mott, ND, Lori (Delvin) Diehl, Lincoln, ND, Candice (Gerard) Gernand, Helena, MT, Lisa (Neal Pinnow) Ellison, Lemmon, SD, and Chad Riedlinger, Elgin, ND; 9 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren; brother, Edgar (Caroline) Riedlinger, Hebron, ND; sisters, Selma Schock, Elgin, ND, and Lorraine Steingruber, Dickinson, ND.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Rosina Riedlinger; brother, Galen; grandsons, Christian Roger Wutzke, Eric Stephen Gernand, and baby Diehl; brother in-laws, August Schock, and Leo Steingruber.