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Funeral services will take place on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at 10:00 AM (Mountain).

Wall Cemetery
Wall, South Dakota

Wall Cemetery
Wall, South Dakota



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In memory of

Roger Shull

of Wall, South Dakota, died on Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at his home north of Wall at the age of 57

Roger R. Shull, 57, of Wall, South Dakota passed away unexpectedly on his ranch north of Wall on April 7, 2020. He was born August 18, 1962, the 8th of 9 children, to Clyde and Kathleen Shull in New Underwood, South Dakota. He lived his entire life in South Dakota with the majority being on his maternal grandparents’ homestead near Creighton.

He attended Pleasant Ridge country school until the middle of 6th grade when the school closed and then attended school in Wall. In 1981, he graduated from Wall High School and attended Mitchell Area Vo-Tech, graduating in 1983 with an Associate’s degree in Architectural Drafting and Building Construction. In the fall of 2018, Roger enrolled in the Veritatis Splendor Institute Catechist Certification Program (VSI). With the guidance of instructors as well as classmates, Roger’s relationship with Jesus was deeply strengthened.

He married in 1985; however, was divorced in 1988. Roger wrote: “From this union I received one thing that would remain important to me and others - “The chip dip recipe”. From 1984 through 1991 Roger lived in Rapid City and worked for Robbins & Sterns Lumber and Dunham Associates Consulting Engineering Firm. In the fall of 1991 Roger made the decision to move back to the Wall area to help his mother with his Grandma. Throughout the following years, Roger worked for lifelong friends Dave and Linda Lafee at the Corner Pantry; Estes Building Center/Wall Building Center, and most recently East Pennington County Conservation District. He was a dedicated and loyal employee to every employer. In 1998, with a lot of help from Morris and Andy Linn, Roger started his Angus cattle operation. In 2005 he retired and dedicated his life to his cattle operation. Roger’s philosophy was, “If you truly enjoy what you are doing, then it can’t be called work.” He felt that he had not worked a day on the ranch after retiring from his job in town.

Roger leaves behind his mother, Kathleen Shull of Wall; his siblings: Jean Hindman and Randy Vaughn of Newell, Tom Shull and wife Jackie of Wall, Roy Shull and wife Misty of Rapid City, Wayne Shull and wife Melanie of Wall, Tim Shull and wife Paula of Rapid City, Mary Shull-Sarti and husband Ricardo of Fort Collins, Colorado, Mike Shull and wife Melinda of Eugene, Oregon; and countless nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

Roger was preceded in death by a brother, James, his father Clyde E Shull, Jr, and both maternal and paternal grandparents.

Roger will be remembered for his love and compassionate care of his mother. He deeply loved and supported his siblings, as well as his many nieces and nephews, cherishing all the time he shared with them. Roger was a selfless man, who committed his life to serving others, including many life-long friends, neighbors, his church and the community. He will especially be remembered for his long-time role as Santa Claus and a member of the chain gang for the Wall Eagles football program. Roger was a gifted artist and had a wicked sense of humor. He will be greatly missed by many!

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 15, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Wall with Father Tony Grossenburg as celebrant. Due to the current CDC and church guidelines the service is limited to immediate family only. Interment will follow at the Wall Cemetery. We will be live streaming both services, and they can be watched from Roger's page at the time the services start.

A memorial has been established to the VSI Certification Program. Checks may be made payable to the Diocese of Rapid City and noted as “Roger Shull VSI Scholarship”.

MASS OF CHRISITAN BURIAL
Wednesday, April 15, 2020 - 10:00 a.m.
St. Patrick's Catholic Church
Wall, South Dakota

CELEBRANT
Father Tony Grossenburg

MUSIC
Jill Leonard - Musician
"All Glory Laud and Honor"
"Here I Am Lord"
"Song of Farewell"
"The Summons"
Special Music
"Carry Me Home"

READER
Tim Shull

ALTER SERVER
Wayne Shull

PALLBEARERS
Gene Pluth - Morris Linn
Andy Linn - Casey Trask - Justin Eisenbraun
Josh Geigle - Doug Dahl - Tim Eisenbraun

HONORARY PALLBEARERS
All of Roger's Nieces and Nephews

FINAL RESTING PLACE
Wall Cemetery
Wall, South Dakota

  • So sorry to hear about Roger. He was always so friendly and helpful while he worked at the building center. Just like the rest of his brothers he had a lot of character. My condolences to the family. ~ Bruce Kjerstad Sheridan, Wy (4/20/2020)
  • We were so sorry to hear of the loss of our good friend Roger. It's hard to believe that I just spoke with him at the grocery store! Having grown up with him was truly a treasure. What fun we had! I will surely miss the good natured banter back & forth, and picking on each other. He was a solid, gentle, kind man. You will be missed dear friend, more than you will ever know. Rest in peace Roger. ~ Champ & Cindy Schuler Wall, SD (4/16/2020)
  • Roger loved serving as sacristan. I will miss him. ~ Irene Livermore Wall, SD (4/15/2020)
  • What a gentle soul Roger was, and what a great loss. He was always so welcoming and helpful at church. We are so sorry for such a great loss. He will be missed. ~ Mike & Kim Carlbom Interior, SD (4/15/2020)
  • What a beautiful ceremony to celebrate a beautiful life. Praying for the repose of Roger's soul. Praying also for the Lord's comfort during your time of grief. Mother Mary, please pray for Roger and for his family and friends. ~ Rich Olsen Rapid City, SD (4/15/2020)
  • My thoughts and Prayers are with you all. Very nice service for a special man. ~ Robert Meyer Casper, Wyoming (4/15/2020)
  • South Dakota ~ teresa bacon Nisland (4/15/2020)
  • South Dakota ~ teresa bacon Nisland (4/15/2020)
  • We are so sad to know that Roger is gone, he was such a good friend to so many. Always willing to help with a building project, and the best Santa Clause ever. He drove many miles, for many years, on Christmas Eve to hand out presents to so many kids. ~ Brett & Charlotte Wilsey Rapid City, SD (4/15/2020)
  • Our heartfelt sympathies to the Schull family. Roger was such a kind, gentle person. His life has touched so many. ~ Chuck & Jeanine Wall, SD (4/15/2020)
  • Roger loved serving as sacristan. I will miss him. ~ Irene Livermore Wall, SD (4/15/2020)
  • The first thing I thought of when I heard the news about Roger was "wow, what a great way to go! Outside on the tractor, doing what he loved to do!" We never know what the good Lord has planned for us. I wish I could be there to give Aunt Kathleen and all of my cousins a big hug and to let them know I am here for them in anyway I can be! All my love and prayers are with you! ~ Karen O'Neill Black Hills, SD (4/14/2020)
  • We are so sorry to hear of Roger's passing. He will be greatly missed in the community. I got to know him when he came to work for Estes Brothers Construction the first year out Mitchell VoTec. He was fun to be around. He will be greatly missed and the Shull family is in our thoughts and prayers. ~ Casey and Cindy Weaver Wall (4/14/2020)
  • Roger had such a welcoming smile along with his kind words. During this last fall I had a chance to visit with Roger about the VSI program. It was apparent to know that he had the love for Jesus and for his neighbors. What an inspiration he was to his community!Blessing to you, Kathleen , to have had a son with so many positive qualities. ~ Theresa Deuchar Milesville, SD (4/14/2020)
  • On behalf of the Elk Creek Conservation District and the Hills Area Districts, I wish to send condolences to Roger's family, the East Pennington Conservation District Board and his co-workers in the Wall office. I always appreciated Rodger's timely responses to my questions about their district operations. Great employee and friend.
     ~ Philip Wilson Elm Springs (4/14/2020)
  • On behalf of the Butte Conservation District, I wish to send condolences to Roger's family as well as the East Pennington CD. I did not have the opportunity to work with Roger long but he was always cheerful and had a definite sense of humor. ~ Yvette Kirkman Belle Fourche (4/13/2020)
  • So sorry for your loss of Roger. Our prayers are with all the Shull family during this difficult time. ~ David & Vonis Hartigan Forest City, Iowa (4/13/2020)
  • On behalf of the Lawrence County Conservation District and the Hills Area Employees, I wish to send condolences to Roger's family, the East Pennington Conservation District Board and his co-workers in the Wall office. ~ Zindie Meyers Spearfish, SD (4/13/2020)
  • I knew Roger for only a couple years through VSI, he was a such a great guy with a great dry sense of humor. I know I cannot be the only one wondering if I can get the chip dip recipe?
    Condolences and prayers for the repose of his immortal soul and peace to his family.     ~ Frank Birkholt Hot Spring (4/13/2020)
  • You are in my prayers. May Roger rest in peace. God bless his friends and family. ~ Gail Wingert Rapid City (4/13/2020)
  • South Dakota ~ Gail Wingert Rapid City (4/13/2020)
  • I knew Roger for only a couple years through VSI, he was a such a great guy with a great dry sense of humor. I know I cannot be the only one wondering if I can get the chip dip recipe?
    Condolences and prayers for the repose of his immortal soul and peace to his family.     ~ Frank Birkholt Hot Spring (4/12/2020)
  • So sorry to hear of Roger's passing. I always appreciated his wry sense of humor and good nature. My sincere condolences to his family. ~ Randy Kjerstad Gillette WY (4/12/2020)
  • So very sorry for your loss. We will pray for your family in this sorrowful time. ~ Dawn (Welsh) and Glenn Cole Soldotna, Alaska (4/12/2020)
  • May God Be With the family of Roger at this time in their lives. Roger will be missed by many. I am proud to say Roger Shull was my friend, not to be forgotten. ~ Debbie Bryan Wall, SD (4/11/2020)
  • We are saddened to hear of your loss. We feel blessed to have had the privilege of spending time with Roger in VSI. His humor and kindness will be missed. ~ Steve & Tammi Williams Rapid City, SD (4/11/2020)
  • We are so very sorry for this unexpected and tragic loss. We will keep Roger's soul and all his family in our prayers. May God wipe away every tear. ~ Pamela and Robert Weaver Piedmont, SD (4/11/2020)
  • Sorry to hear the news, our prayers go out to all the family. ~ Kari and Kendall Kjerstad Grand Junction CO (4/11/2020)
  • Wayne, Melanie and all - I was so sad to hear of this. Please know of my prayers for Roger and all of you. ~ Linda Drake Rapid City (4/11/2020)
  • Sad News. I enjoyed working with Roger at the Wall Building Center. He had a great sense of humor. Rest In Peace ~ Brett Hale Minneapolis (4/11/2020)
  • Thoughts and prayers. ~ Janette Shippy Colome, South Dakota (4/11/2020)
  • Sending thoughts and prayers to the family. ~ Sandy Crown Rapid City, SD (4/10/2020)
  • Words can only begin to explain how sorry I am for the loss of this good Man. The highlight of my year was getting to see Roger each November while deer hunting with the Shulls. Roger was the kindest, friendliest, most generous friend a person would hope to meet. Heaven just got a lot richer. Memories of Roger will always be treasured. May God Bless The Shull Family as you are in my thoughts and prayers. Please rest in peace my friend as your friendship will always be treasured. ~ Rex King Rapid City, SD (4/10/2020)
  • I was shocked and saddened to hear about Roger. I will miss him questions and comments in VSI. My heart goes out to his family and I am lifting Roger and his family up in prayer. God Bless the Shull family! ~ Mary Thomas Rapid City (4/10/2020)
  • Roger was a bright light in the VSI program. He gave us so much joy by his own tremendous love of Christ and desire to receive more of him! My prayers are with him and all his family. God bless him, and God bless you all! ~ Susan Safford Rapid City (4/10/2020)
  • Thoughts and prayers, Rodger is a good friend ~ Shaun McKay Wall (4/10/2020)
  • Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family. ~ Clayton & Linda Baysinger Rapid City (4/10/2020)
  • Roger was one of my favorite people. So many memories of him from the Building Center. He was one of the nicest guys and I will forever be thankful for all of his advice over the years. He will be greatly missed & never forgotten. I pray you find comfort during this difficult time. Hugs to you all, especially Kathleen. No one will ever be able to fill his shoes. ~ Jess (Luedeman) Smith Quinn, SD (4/10/2020)
  • I was so shocked to see the passing of Roger. I have a lot of fond memories from high school of Roger. Several them involving state one act play. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. ~ Lea (Willuweit) Ymker Armour SD (4/10/2020)
  • My prayers for the family. ~ Melanie Karp Rapid City (4/10/2020)
  • My thoughts and prayers are with the family. ~ Darrin Bieber Blackhawk, SD (4/10/2020)
  • He will be missed by all ~ Dave & Billie Humphrey Quinn SD (4/9/2020)
  • My sympathies to all the Shull Family. Roger was one the greatest, kindest people I ever meet and seemed like part of my family. Rest in peace my friend. ~ Chuck VanVieck Philip (4/9/2020)
  • So sorry to hear of Roger passing. Gosh it seems like only yesterday he and I was "racing" at the old creighton school. You all were kind of my 1st second family, I will always remember him..RIP Roger.. Robert Meyer ~ Robert Meyer Casper, Wyoming (4/9/2020)
  • South Dakota Sorry to hear of Roger's death. He will be greatly missed in the community. What ever the problem, Roger always fond a way to solve and got the problem fixed. Our prayers are with the Shull family and May God Bless You all. RIP Roger see later. ~ Van & Cathy Simpfenderfer Wall (4/9/2020)
  • Zeb and I were so shocked and sad to hear of Rogers passing. He truly was one of my favorite people to talk to as he meant what he said and was a wealth of knowledge. When we were his neighbors, while i didnt have to call him often, i knew that if Zeb was out of town and I needed help, Roger was the guy to call. If you need anything, please dont hesitate to call. May God's love comfort you in this time of grief. ~ Megan Hoffman Pedro (4/9/2020)
  • Thoughts and prayers to the Shull family. I remember his awesome sense of humor and his kindness to people. Rest In Peace ~ Dede Stahl Spearfish (4/9/2020)
  • Our thoughts and prayers are with the Shull families. ~ Ron/Marie Bieber Summerset, SD (4/9/2020)
  • Our sympathies to the family. He always made you laugh and had good things to say to brighten your day. Sorry for your loss and he will be remember for his kindness. ~ Lyle & Robin Haney Burke, SD (4/9/2020)
  • We are so sad to hear of Roger's passing. ~ Dave and Linda LaFee Rapid City, SD (4/9/2020)
  • So sad to hear the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time. ~ Dick & Pam Johnson Wall (4/9/2020)
  • My Deepest Sympathy. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers. ~ Fawna (Geigle) Goff Sturgis, SD (4/9/2020)
  • Our thoughts and prayers are with Roger's family. This is such a shock. ~ Oliver & Gayle Carson Quinn,SD (4/9/2020)
  • I am in utter shock hearing this sad news. Roger was such a kind & gentle soul who would help anyone who needed it. I haven't seen him in years, but have many fond school memories of him. My sympathies to the entire family, he will be missed by all who knew & loved him. May God bless you all & grant you peace. ~ Cindy (Gabriel) Nuzum Wall, SD (4/8/2020)
  • We are heartbroken with this horrific news from home. Roger was one of the sweetest and kindest humans that walked this earth. He always went out of his way to say hello and spend time with us whenever we saw him. As the "baby" of the Shull family, he was respectful and kind from the start. It felt like he was everyone's cute/handsome little brother.
    I am so sorry for all of your family at this time. Mary, Timmy, Tom, Roy....and especially Kathleen...we send infinite prayers and love to all of you. I pray that God will comfort you all somehow, in this unthinkable loss. I guess we all know that heaven just got a little sweeter!     ~ Keith & Cathy Thompson Edwards, CO (4/8/2020)
  • Roger and I were both eating at Golden Corral last fall - had a nice visit. I have fold memories of Roger when we were on annual staff in high school. We all had fun working hard to make the deadlines. He will be missed! ~ Ruby Gabriel Pedro SD (4/8/2020)