Roger Tiedemann, age 93, passed away in the early hours on August 10, 2024, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. He was born to parents Richard and Maude (Schictl) Tiedemann on December 12, 1930.
In 1960 he married Lola Grahborn, and they had three daughters, Vicki, Mary and Barbara Ann, who died at birth. They later divorced, and in 1972 he married Karen Lawson, and they had two sons, James and Dale.
He is survived by his children Vicki (Craig) Heuser, Mary Walls, James (Kati Katchever) Tiedemann, Dale (Deb) Tiedemann; Grandchildren Chad (Andrea) Heuser, Bradley Heuser, Samantha Cunningham, Kelly (Derek) Haugen and Samuel Forbes; Great-Grandchildren, Caitlyn Heuser, Lily Heuser, Camdyn Heuser, Mayme Heuser, Tamzyn Cunningham, Madalynn Randolph and Harrison Haugen; Sister Bonnie Grangaard, nephew Glenn Grangaard, and niece Jenny (Andrew) Sorenson.
During the Korean Conflict, Roger was called to action in the United States Army. He served valiantly for two years. During that time, he had been involved in an artillery incident and was injured. He returned to action just a few days later. He found great pride in serving his country.
Roger enjoyed target shooting, and was an avid reader, he was especially fond of any type of War History. He also loved going out to eat at Two Brothers Restaurant and some other local eateries. Roger will be remembered for his sense of humor, his honest nature and the ability to create anything out of metal and wood. He had many friends and acquaintances, and was a friend to Bill W.
Preceding him in death was his wife Karen Tiedemann, infant daughter Barbara Ann; Parents Richard and Maude (Schictl) Tiedemann; infant grandchild Ben Tiedemann, and good friend, Terry Lyons.
Visitation will be held at Seefeld Funeral Home, 1025 Oregon St., Oshkosh, Wisconsin, on Monday, August 19, 2024, from 12:00PM to 2:00PM, with service to immediately follow. His final resting place will be at Riverside Cemetery, Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
The family would like to thank the staff at Park View Health Center and the Veterans Administration for helping care for Dad in his last few years.