Roger Michael Thoreson

July 28, 1946 - June 9, 2013

Roger Michael Thoreson, age 66, of Spencer, passed away Saturday, June 9, 2013, at the VA Medical Center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He was born on July 28, 1946, in Spencer, to Leo and Shirley (Barth) Thoreson. Michael graduated from Spencer High School, before serving his country in the United States Navy. He enjoyed spending his spare time with his family and friends. Michael is survived by his daughter, Amy Thoreson Long, and her husband, Kevin of Eden Prarie, Minnesota; sister, Mary Fahlenkamp Barker, and her husband, Dale of Gaffney, South Carolina; and two grandsons, Tory and Jalen Long. He was preceded in death by his parents. A private family service will be held at a later date. The Schuchert Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. When I come to the end of my journey and I travel my last weary mile, Just forget if you can that I ever frowned and remember only the smile. Forget unkind words I have spoken; remember some good I have done. Forget that I ever had heartache and remember I've had loads of fun. Forget that I've stumbled and blundered and sometimes fell by the way. Remember that I have fought some hard battles, and won, at the close of the day. Then forget the grief for my going; I would not have you sad for a day. But in summer just gather some flowers and remember the place where I lay. And come in the shade of the evening when the sun paints the sky in the west. Stand for a few moments beside me and remember only my best.