Roger Evans Bean, born June 5, 1940, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on Tuesday, September 29, 2020, at his home in Mesa, Arizona. Roger was born to Willis Evans and Natalie Maude Christensen Bean in Price, Utah. He was proceeded in death by his wife, Eldene Blaser Bean, his siblings, Richard Bruce Bean, Natalie Diane Bean Morley, also his twin brothers Wilford and Willis Bean, both of whom passed away at birth and his granddaughter, Kristi Lee Dabbs (Roger W. Bean’s daughter).
Roger and Eldene were blessed to have celebrated 49 years together and loved their five children, Roger W., Rebecca (Chris Otterson), Lisa (Dwight Delap), Bradley (Lara Altizer), Traci (Brian Allen). Together they have 24 grandchildren!
Roger was blessed to have wonderful friends and has always loved his pet dogs. Kramer, his most beloved, loyal Cocker Spaniel, was by Roger’s side for 16 years!
Roger enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping! He was very talented and built a beautiful “Cabin Home” in Young, AZ! He had a very strong, powerful testimony of Jesus Christ, His Atonement, His Resurrection, and of His restored Gospel. Roger was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day-Saints. Roger loved his pioneer heritage and honored his Priesthood Covenants.
The funeral service will be held at 5pm, on Sunday, October 4, at Bunkers Mortuary, 33 North Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona, 85201, with a visitation beginning at 3:30pm.
I am sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with your family.
Dr. Carr, Heroes Elementary School, Camp Lejeune
My most heartfelt condolences to the entire Bean family.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Bean family in this trying time. Wishing you comfort in knowing Mr. Bean is in a happier place.
Chris Long
On behalf of COL Bean’s leaders, peers, subordinates, DA Civilians, and Contractors we wish the entire Bean Family much comfort and know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
My wife and I extend our thoughts and prayers to the entire Bean family. We wish you all the comfort as you say good-bye to your loved one. God Bless! Margaret and Steve Clark