Roger Lee Foco Obituary
Roger Lee Foco, 82, of Standish, Michigan, formerly of Pinconning, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on October 20, 2026.
Roger was born November 15, 1943, in Pinconning to the late Lawrence and Patricia Foco. Fittingly, his birthday fell on the opening day of Michigan's firearm deer season—a date perfectly suited to a man whose love of hunting remained part of him throughout his life. Roger graduated from Pinconning High School in 1961. Following graduation, he proudly served his country in the United States Navy from 1962 to 1967. Roger remained deeply proud of his military service throughout his life.
While serving in the Navy, Roger survived a devastating automobile accident that left him in a coma and required approximately 14 months of hospitalization and recovery. After returning home, he refused to allow his injuries to determine what he could accomplish. Roger went on to become a structural ironworker—a career that demanded tremendous strength, courage, and determination. He was a proud and devoted member of Iron Workers Local 25, forming friendships and a brotherhood that lasted a lifetime.
Roger met the love of his life, Jan, on the softball field. They were married on September 29, 1973, and recently celebrated 53 years of marriage. Together, they built a beautiful life centered around family, hard work, laughter, and countless shared adventures.
Roger's greatest pride was his family. He could not have been prouder of his children, grandchildren, and great-grandson. He was a strong, hardworking man with a quick wit and a mischievous sense of humor that remained with him even through his most difficult days. He knew how to tell a story, make people laugh, and turn an ordinary moment into a memory no one would forget.
An avid outdoorsman, Roger loved hunting, fishing, playing euchre, watching his grandsons play baseball, and spending time outside. Among his most treasured traditions were his annual trips to Drummond Island with his ironworker friends, where they stayed at the legendary Boonie Boonie Hilton. Those trips produced decades of hunting stories, laughter, friendship, and memories that became part of Roger's legacy.
Roger and Jan also enjoyed their annual trips to Brimley for golfing and gambling, as well as weekends spent at their cabin, the Double F Ranch, on the west side of the state. Roger took great pride in maintaining a meticulous yard and was happiest when everything outdoors was kept just the way he liked it.
Roger is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Jan; his children, Barry (Cindy) Reeves of St. Louis, Missouri, Michelle (Aaron) Koin of Sterling, Michigan, and Tricia (Brian) Wirth of Reed City, Michigan; his seven grandchildren, Jaret (Meredith), Jocelyn (Nick), Gavin (Phoebe), Bennett, Kale, Riley, and Carson; and his great-grandson, Huxley. He is also survived by his brothers-in-law, Keith Sivier, Ron (Diane) Bartlett, and Don (Karolee) Bartlett; his sisters-in-law, Denice (Jeff) Migut and Lyn (Doc) Potts; along with many extended family members, treasured friends, fellow veterans, and ironworker brothers.
Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Patricia Foco; his brother and sister-in-law, Larry and Joan Foco; his sister, Kathy Foco; his father- and mother-in-law, Jack and Jean Bartlett; and his sister-in-law, Janeen Sivier.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Lee-Ramsay Funeral Home in Standish, Michigan. Private time for the immediate family will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Public visitation will follow from 11:00 a.m. until the funeral service at 3:00 p.m. Military honors and a graveside service will be held at 4:00 p.m. at Pine River Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Roger's family, to be used in accordance with the family's wishes.
Roger lived a life defined by service, strength, determination, friendship, and devotion to those he loved. His stories will be repeated, his lessons will be carried forward, and his presence will be deeply missed—but never forgotten.
