Roger Lee Crain

Roger Lee Crain was born August 7, 1957 in Rolla, Missouri to Johnnie and Geraldine (Morton) Crain. He grew up in Salem and graduated from Salem High School. Roger was united in marriage to his sweetheart, Teresa Ann Madison, on December 16, 1995 and together celebrated twenty-five years of marriage. Roger and Teresa were blessed to share six children: Johnita, Jeremy, Josh, Johnnie, Jessie, Brian, and Mindy. Roger worked hard to provide for his family, throughout the years he has worked in the Oklahoma oil fields and in the construction field. For a time, he was employed with Heartland Metals before opening Crain Tires in 2000. As a business owner, Roger lent a helping hand in the community whenever he could. Roger was gentle, kind, generous, honest and caring. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, especially deer hunting. Roger was a private, quiet man who loved his family and took pride in their accomplishments. He especially loved the time spent with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and treasured the memories they made together. Roger departed this life on September 28, 2021 in Rolla, Missouri at the age of sixty-four years. He leaves behind to cherish his memories, his loving wife Teresa Crain of the home; children: Johnita Williams and husband Jerry, Jeremy Crain, Josh Crain, Johnnie Crain and wife Cassie, and Jessie Crain and special friend Corey; stepchildren: Brian Cox, and Mindy Jarrett and husband Matt; sisters: Theresa Berry and husband Ed and Laurie Jo Click; special granddaughter: Jordan Crain; as well as a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and dear friends. Preceding him in death, parents: Johnnie and Geraldine Crain; and sister: Patsy Malone. Roger leaves behind a great legacy for his family and friends. He will be forever missed. Funeral Services for Roger Lee Crain were held Saturday, October 2, 2021 in the Wilson Mortuary Salem Chapel with Pastor Jerry Lea officiating. Song selections played were “Go Rest High On That Mountain”, “Amazing Grace”, and “How Great Thou Art”. Serving as Pallbearers were Travis Click, Josh Crain, Brian Cox, Johnnie Crain, Mike Wofford, and Jerry Steelman. Burial was in the Stone Hill Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Wilson Mortuary of Salem, Missouri. Online Condolences may be entered at www.wilsonmortuary.com

Roger Lee Crain

August 7, 1957 - September 28, 2021