Roger Don Pentecost was born on August 23, 1946 in Huntsville, Alabama to Melvin and Ruby Pentecost. He was a graduate of Lee High School. After high school, he proudly served in the United States military in the Vietnam War as a Marine then the Gulf War in the Army Reserves. After the military, he worked at Brownsferry Nuclear Plant until he retired.

He passed away on May 15, 2026. He is preceded in death by his parents, 2 infant siblings, son Brian, and grandson Anderson. He is survived by his wife, Karen, his children, Scott, Melissa, and Ashley (Taylor), his grandchildren, Victoria, Crystal, Baylee, Rylan, Grady, and Porter, and great-granddaughter Alayah.

Roger will be remembered for his steadfast love for his family, his constant reading, his words of wisdom, and his faith. He was a quiet man to some, but he had a gift of conversation that would draw people in which let him hardly ever meet a stranger. He will be deeply missed by family, friends, and loved ones.

Per his wishes, he will have a graveside burial for immediate family on Thursday, May 21 at 1 pm.

Berryhill Funeral Home assisted the family.