Roger Allen Morgan

Princeton - Roger Allen Morgan, beloved husband, dad, and Pap, passed away unexpectedly on June 29, 2026, at the age of 84. He was born on November 8, 1942, in Glenco, Missouri, to Rev. David Allen Morgan and Vesta Lucille (Grayson) Morgan. On February 3, 1962, Roger married the love of his life, Peggie Louise (Ashby) Morgan, in Charleston, Illinois. Together they built a beautiful life filled with love, laughter, unwavering devotion, and countless memories over more than six decades of marriage. Peggie was his greatest blessing, his constant companion, and truly his number one. Roger dedicated his life to the trucking industry, a career he was incredibly proud of. At the age of 32, he purchased his first brand new semi, a 1974 white Freightliner cab-over, which marked the beginning of many years as an owner-operator. Known on the CB radio as "Road Toad" in his early days driving and "Shoe String" later on. Roger built lasting friendships and earned the respect of countless drivers throughout his years on the road. Throughout his career, he worked for a handful of companies before retiring from the Walmart Distribution Center in 2013 after nearly 20 years of dedicated service, logging more than two million accident-free miles. There, he served not only as a driver but also in a key role in the driver transportation process. While the road was his workplace, it also became a place where lifelong family memories were made, as Peggie and their children joined him on countless trips across the United States. Truck driving wasn't simply his job-it was his passion and a way of life. Roger's love for cars, trucks, and anything with a motor began with his beloved 1968 Mustang Cobra Jet. Although the Mustang eventually became a treasured memory, his passion for classic vehicles never faded. In later years, he poured countless hours into restoring and creating his treasured 1948 Ford F-1 alongside his neighbor and dear friend, David York. The truck became a reflection of Roger's craftsmanship, dedication, and love for working with his hands. An avid outdoorsman, Roger loved mowing his yard on his John Deere, hunting, guns, and especially looked forward to the annual fishing trips shared with his brothers, sons, nephews, cousins, and grandson. Those trips became cherished traditions filled with laughter, stories, and lifelong memories. Roger will be remembered most for the kind of man he was. He was genuinely selfless, always putting others before himself without ever expecting anything in return. He never judged people for where they came from, what they believed, or the paths they had taken. Instead, he accepted everyone with an open heart and treated each person with kindness, respect, and compassion. His quiet generosity, humble spirit, and ability to make everyone feel welcome left a lasting impression on all who had the privilege of knowing him. Above all else, Roger was a family man. His family was the center of his world, and nothing brought him greater joy than spending time with those he loved. Alongside Peggie, he also shared a special love for the six dogs that became treasured members of their family over the years. His kindness, strength, work ethic, sense of humor, and unconditional love will continue to live on through everyone blessed to know him. After being diagnosed with Lewy body dementia, Roger faced the disease with courage and grace. Even in the midst of his own journey, he continued thinking of others. In one final act of selflessness, Roger chose to donate his body to medical research in the hope that future generations might be spared the effects of this devastating disease. It was his wish that his gift would help advance research, bring hope to families, and one day contribute to finding better treatments-or even a cure-for Lewy body dementia. Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Rev. David Allen "Popo" Morgan and Vesta Lucille "Momo" Morgan; his brothers, Gerald "Jady" (Carol) Morgan and David (Barbara) Morgan; his brothers-in-law, James Ramsey and James Gilbert; his son-in-law, James Doyle; and his grandson, Chase Morgan. He is lovingly survived by his devoted wife of 64 years, Peggie Morgan; his children, Rodney Morgan of Princeton, Illinois, Jeffrey Morgan of Mattoon, Illinois, and Jodi Doyle-Brown (John) of Reedsburg, Wisconsin. He also leaves behind his beloved grandchildren, Tim (Randi) Morgan, Philip (Heather) Morgan, Morgan Doyle (Shaun Rataczak), Destiny (Kolby) Snodgrass, and Gracelyn Morgan; his cherished great-grandchildren, Varian Givens, Ty Zoeller, Markus Zoeller, Dalila Morgan-Snodgrass, Abel Snodgrass, Jase Snodgrass, Vesta Rataczak, and Emmie Snodgrass; and a great-grandson expected in August, whom Roger was excited to welcome into the family. Roger is also survived by his siblings, Harriett Ramsey of Paris, Illinois, and Marvin (Martha) Morgan of Philo, Illinois, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, and dear friends whose lives he touched throughout the years. Roger leaves behind a legacy of hard work, unwavering love for his family, and a life lived with integrity, humility, and purpose. Whether behind the wheel of a semi, working on an engine in the garage, or simply spending time with those he loved most, Roger lived life with dedication and heart. His stories, wisdom, kindness, and unconditional love will continue to guide those who knew him. He will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten. Service Information: A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, November 8, 2026 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Pilgrim Park DePuree Hall 26449 1340 North Avenue, Princeton, IL 61356 - (815) 447-2390. Please join us as we share memories, laughter, stories and the love he gave so freely through out his life. All are welcome. Online condolences may be directed to www.norbergfh.com Arrangements entrusted to Norberg Memorial Home, Inc. & Monuments

Roger Allen Morgan

November 8, 1942 - June 29, 2026