Roger Vetter

Roger "Rog" Vetter, 80, passed away peacefully at his home at "The Ranch" in Mandan, North Dakota, on June 2, 2026, surrounded by the place and people he loved most.

A memorial service will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, June 26, 2026, at Weigel Funeral Home. Interment with military honors will follow at the North Dakota Veterans Cemetery. A celebration of Roger's life will continue later that day beginning at 4:00 p.m. at "The Ranch," where family and friends are invited to gather and share memories.

Roger was born on July 29, 1945, to John and Maggie Vetter. He married the love of his life, Sandy Loeb, daughter of Emily and Ed Loeb, on June 29, 1968. Together they built a life centered on family, hard work, and lasting friendships. Roger and Sandy shared nearly 58 years of marriage and were just 27 days shy of celebrating their 58th wedding anniversary.

In January 1964, Roger joined the United States Navy and served as an Electrical Repairman. Following his military service, he operated Roger's TV Service for many years, becoming a familiar and trusted face in the community. Later, he joined Bismarck Hospital as a Biomedical Technician, where he worked until his retirement in 2012. Roger was a talented musician who played in bands throughout his high school years. Roger and Sandy were frequently requested to sing 'The Ceremony' at countless weddings and anniversaries.

In 1994, Roger and Sandy moved to "The Ranch" south of Mandan, where he fulfilled his dream of country living. He took great pride in being a hobby rancher, raising cattle, cutting hay, tending large gardens, and caring for the land. Roger especially enjoyed fishing on the river, playing horseshoes, Friday night bowling, and countless games of pinochle with family and friends. He cherished time spent outdoors and the many memories made with those he loved.

Roger's greatest joy was his family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend whose steady presence, quiet strength, and generous spirit will be deeply missed. His love and guidance extended beyond his immediate family, and he became a second father to three of his children's closest friends-Jay, Mark, and Julio-who always knew they were welcome in the Vetter home and at the Ranch.

Roger is survived by his beloved wife, Sandy Vetter; his children, Steve Vetter (Danielle Holland), Ryan Vetter (Leisa), and Elysia Bauer (Josh); grandchildren, Caitlyn (Logan) Kalenze, Greyson Vetter, Makenah (Sean) Pennington, Aspen Vetter, Joshua Vetter, and Nash Bauer; and great-grandchildren, Silas and Reighlynn Pennington.

He is also survived by his brothers, Gene (Nancy) Vetter, Joe (Kathy) Vetter, Ed Vetter, and Shermie (Julie) Vetter; his sisters, Diane Vetter, Tootsie (Butch) Bjerklie, and Debbie Vetter; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.

Roger was preceded in death by his parents, John and Maggie Vetter; his sister, LaVonne Perdue; and his brothers, Ray Vetter, Stanley Vetter, and Urbie Vetter.

Roger's legacy lives on through the family he loved, the friendships he treasured, and the countless lives he touched through his kindness, hard work, and willingness to lend a helping hand. Whether family by birth or family by choice, Roger made people feel valued, welcomed, and loved. His memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew him.