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Friday, Jan. 30, 2026
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Roger Carl Ladegast

Roger Carl Ladegast, 77, a lifelong Montague resident, lost his battle with cancer on August 18, 2025. 
He was an active member of the community who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Roger is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years, Charlene (Oyler) Ladegast; his children: Jason (Jennifer) Ladegast, Erin (Paul) Potter, and Joseph Ladegast; and his grandchildren: Hunter and Samantha Ladegast. 
Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. with a memorial service celebrating Roger's life immediately following at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Beacon Cremation and Funeral Service, White Lake Chapel, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall, MI 49461. 
After the service, a luncheon will be held at the White Lake VFW Post 3256, 9370 Walsh Rd., Montague, MI 49437.