Service Details
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at 5:00 pm in St. Lucy Catholic Church (3101 Drexel Avenue in Racine) with Fr. Thomas Vathappallil, MCBS officiating. Visitation will be in St. Lucy Church on Thursday from 4:00 – 5:00 pm. Private inurnment will take place at St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery in Woodruff, WI.
You may witness the service via livestream on Thursday at 5 pm by clicking on the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxcBb5qr_0k&feature=youtu.be
Memorial Suggestions
In memory of Roger, memorials to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, American Heart Association or St. Lucy Catholic Church have been suggested.
Mount Pleasant – Roger Steven Peckman, age 76, passed away peacefully at Ascension All Saints Hospital early Wednesday, February 24, 2021.
Roger was born in Milwaukee on January 13, 1945 to the late Stephen and June (nee: Trapp) Peckman. Growing up in Arbor Vitae, WI, he was a proud graduate of Lakeland High School in Minocqua “Class of 1963”. Roger went on to receive his bachelor’s degree from UW – Superior and his master’s degree from UW- Whitewater. Born to educate, Roger served the children in our community as a teacher with Racine Unified School District at Schulte Elementary School for 38 years.
While at Schulte, Roger met a beautiful young co-worker / teacher, Marcia “Marcy” (nee: Berge). True soulmates, they were united in marriage on July 19, 1975. Their lives were complete on December 18, 1981 when the precious gift of their daughter, Amy, was born.
With profound faith, Roger was a faithful member of St. Lucy Catholic Church. Among his interests, he enjoyed cooking; had an extensive collection of recipes, stamps & coins; was always up for playing games, especially Bridge, Soduku & Cribbage; adventurous travels with Marcy; often returned to the Northwoods for family time; was a true NASCAR fan; and totally loved being “Papa”. Although diagnosed at an early age with Muscular Dystrophy, Roger surely appreciated the simple things in life, NEVER complained and absolutely cherished spending time with his entire family, especially his three grandchildren.
Surviving are his loving wife of nearly 46 years, Marcy; their daughter & son-in-law, Amy (Daniel) Neumann; adored grandchildren, Aiden, Austin & Addison; brothers, Steven Peckman & Gaylord (Mary) Peckman; brothers-in-law, Fred Schutz & Stephen (Teresa) Berge; best-friends of whom Roger considered family, Paul and Carolyn Noelke; nieces, nephews, other relatives, co-workers, former students & friends.
In addition to his parents, Roger was welcomed into Heaven by his sister, Kathleen Schutz; and by Marcy’s parents, Francis “Andy” and E. Margaret (nee: Belshaw) Berge.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at 5:00 pm in St. Lucy Catholic Church (3101 Drexel Avenue in Racine) with Fr. Thomas Vathappallil, MCBS officiating. Visitation will be in St. Lucy Church on Thursday from 4:00 – 5:00 pm. You may witness the service via livestream on Thursday at 5 pm by clicking on the link located in Roger’s obituary on the funeral home website (located up above in the service section). Private inurnment will take place at St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery in Woodruff, WI. In memory of Roger, memorials to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, American Heart Association or St. Lucy Catholic Church have been suggested.
A heartfelt note of thanks to our family and friends for the outpouring of love & support in Roger’s time of need. Also, special thanks to Dr. Robert Gullberg for the many years of compassionate care & sincere friendship; and to Theresa & Jim from Home Instead for all you did for us. May God bless all of you!
Karen Weber says
Roger was such a great man and was a pleasure to work with at Schulte School. He was an excellent teacher and impacted the lives of many students. He always had a smile on his face and did his job with much professionality AND personality. We all loved Roger. His family was his first priority always. He helped me out several times with financial advice and was always kind and happy to do it. Heaven has gained another angel.
Sue Hackbarth says
The Schulte School family has lost a treasured member. Roger was the glue that held us all together. We all loved that man! In spite of his physical handicaps, he was always cheerful, caring and a great inspiration to faculty and students. He left the world a better place.
I cherish the years of friendship with Roger, Marcy, Amy and grandbabies. He will be missed.
Carol Twist says
Roger was a dedicated & enthusiastic teacher and a respected coworker. He was quick to share advice & humor. His self-confidence & positive attitude stood out. I also had great admiration for Marcy & her acceptance, loyalty, & love for him; never revealing the difficulties, only the joys.
My sincere sympathy to Roger’s family.
Mary Kohr says
Roger was an awesome teacher and co-worker. My prayers go out to the family.
Doug Payerl says
My sincere condolences to the family. I was fortunate enough to work with Roger for many years at Schulte School. He was a great educator, family man and friend to many. He had a wonderful sense of humor and I have many fond memories of him in the teacher’s lunchroom. “Good times, good times.”
Patti (Kohlman) Mand says
Dear Marcy & Family,
Sending you my deepest sympathy, and prayers for all of you. God Bless!
Sherie (Lowery) Warchol says
My condolences to the Peckman family. I remember him fondly as one of my teachers at Schultz elementary.
Jeff and Jayne Hill says
We knew Roger through our very good friends, Gaylord and Mary., his brother and sister-in-law. They always spoke so highly of him, and his love of family. We know he will be missed by all those who knew and loved him.
Larry and Dawn Van Ess says
Marcy and Family
Dawn and I extend our sympathy in this time of sadness. It was a privilege to work with Roger for 33 of the 38 years he was at Schulte. Roger was the glue that bound us together as a school community. You and your family are in our prayers during this difficult journey..
Sonja Bengtson says
Jerry and I send our deepest blessings and prayerful thoughts at this time of sadness. I will remember him as cheerful and determined. May you find all the happy memories and may they linger forever. Sonja and Jerry
Joan Jansen says
Roger was truly an inspiration, so loved and respected by all who knew him. I’m honored to have had the privilege to work with him at Schulte School for so many years. Treasured memories. He was a great teacher and friend. He touched so many lives and I’m so lucky that one of them was mine. Hugs to you in heaven my friend.
Marcy, Amy, and family, love, hugs and prayers to you.
Don Schutt says
Mr. Peckman was one of my favorite teachers back in the 70’s at Schulte Elementary School. My class had transferred from Richards School (on Hwy 31) and he was one of my first teachers at Schiller. He had a great way with students, was caring and had a good sense of humor. He was one of my favorite and one of the most memorable teachers I ever had. I will keep all of his loved ones in my thoughts and prayers.
Sarah Greening says
My deepest condolences to Marcy, Amy and family. Although I only met Roger a few times, I can say for certain how proud of a husband, father and grandfather he was. I’m glad to have captured your family portraits the past few years and I hope, in time, that those pictures bring smiles and good memories to your faces. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. It was a beautiful service.
Tim S says
You were great teacher who I will always remember during my time going to Schulte. RIP Mr. Peckman!
Karla Boykin-Bronaugh says
To the Peckman Family,
So sorry for your loss. I was a student of Mr. Peckman in the 5th grade at Schulte. RIH Mr. Peckman.
Kathy Krause says
Dear Marcy, I never say you and Roger together since you were at separate schools by the time I met you both, so the video helped me understand your close bond. I’m sorry you have lost such an important part of your life, of yourself.
Kathy Krause Diagnostic Center