Roger Hockridge of Sparwood, BC, passed into the presence of Jesus peacefully with his loving family by his side.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 57 years, Arlene; son, Bevan (Julia) Hockridge; daughters, Laurie (Paul) Robertson and Robin (Darcy) Dupuis; grandchildren, Holly (Jeremy), Nathan, Frankie, Harvie, Ashllee (Tyler), Kennzee (Kyle), Branddyn (Callie); great-grandchildren, Gwen, Evander and Baby Q; siblings, Gary (Helen), Pauline and Ken (Sharon), along with plenty of nieces and nephews.

Roger is predeceased by his brother-in-law, Ross.

They who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31