Roger George Risher's obituary , Passed away on September 27, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois

Roger George Risher

September 29, 1937 - September 27, 2026 (88 years old)

Lake Forest, Illinois

Roger George Risher's obituary , Passed away on September 27, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois

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Roger George Risher

September 29, 1937 - September 27, 2026 (88 years old)

Lake Forest, Illinois

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Roger George Risher Obituary

The family announces the passing of Roger George Risher of Lake Forest, Illinois on September 27, 2026. Roger, born on September 29, 1937, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, George Risher and Veronica Risher. He is survived by: his wife Edie Ottoman Risher; his children, Laura Brinckerhoff (John), Michael Risher (Anne), Meg Tallon (Dale) and Lisa Schlenker (Mark); his brother George Risher (Pam); and his stepsons, David Ottoman and Michael Ottoman (Chris). He is also survived by 7 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 2nd 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the St. Patrick Church (New Church) (950 W Everett Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, October 2nd 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Friday, October 2nd 2026 from 12:45 PM to 1:15 PM at the Saint Mary's Cemetery (501-529 Spruce Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045).

In lieu of Flowers, donations may be made to the Deer Path Art League. (https://deerpathartleague.org).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Wenban Funeral Home



Fri

Oct 02

Visitation

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

St. Patrick Church (New Church)
950 W Everett Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Fri

Oct 02

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

St. Patrick Church (New Church)
950 W Everett Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Fri

Oct 02

Burial

12:45 PM - 1:15 PM

Saint Mary's Cemetery
501-529 Spruce Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045

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