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After seeing him in Toronto our young family became immersed in his music. Our young daughters laughed hysterically as he sang “I’m being eaten by a boa constrictor.” His musical ability was further enhanced by a magnetic stage presence and intellectual chatter with the audience.
His quip on politicians gave me one of my best jokes for life: “ politicians remind me of a bunch of bananas; they’re all yellow, they all hang together and there’s not a straight one among them.” My daughters fondly remember dancing in Daddy’s arms as I humbly tried to emulate his powerful, yet comforting voice. The words of his many songs portray a love and a zest for life. He is a man I would love to meet in a much more peaceful future.
John 5:28, Psalm 37: 10,11,29
What sad news, he was a wonderful artist and I will forever cherish his albums. My heartfelt condolences to his friends and family.
I am truly saddened to hear of Rogers passing. I grew up in Rhodesia listening to his music. Thank you Roger , for blessing us over all these years with your beautiful voice and wonderful music.Truly we will miss you . But greatful are we to know that God blessed us with him and his wonderful talent, and now he is in Heaven , making music and whistling away God’s praises. Rest in Peace , till we meet again , the Last Farewell.
Mes condoléances à la famille et à nous tous, les fans de M. Whittaker. Ses chansons nous ont touchés et sont reliés à de beaux souvenirs. Merci.
so sad to hear the news. A wonderful singer left us all with so many special songs and memories. RIP roger.
peter
Thank you Roger for the beauty in your music and your voice. We shall miss you but you are forever in our hearts. Thank you, lovely man. Thank you.
Roger had an amazing voice and his records were listened to often in our house growing up . He was one of my Dads favourite singer and I will think fondly of my Dad singing his songs with him in heaven . Mr. Whittaker your songs will go on forever .
I am Claire from UCNW and have so many happy memories of our days spent there. Roger's performance was the high light of the rag shows. He will be sorely missed and my condolences to all his family.
Sad to learn of the passing of one of life's true Gentlemen. His songs and presentation have inspired millions. His poise, integrity, values and gentle nature were the qualities of a genuine and special person. Thanks for the contribution to our world Roger.
Roger’s songs filled my childhood and my children’s childhood and continue to be a presence in our lives, warming our hearts. Thank you Roger and RIP
R.I.P. Mr Whittaker, your music is our comfort.
Rest peacefully Mr Whittaker. My Dad & Mum loved your music 🕊️
Kind Regards,
Fiona Allan
🐨🦘
I met Roger when he stayed at the Hotel where I was working he was very nice and kind. Was a fan of his music too.
The death of Roger came as a shock to many. May he rest in eternal peace. We remember him well because of his attachment to Kenya where he was born. I love his song ''My land is Kenya". May he rest in peace
So sorry for the loss of a great singer love his music and voice.RIP and may god bless him and keep singing in the heavens
I always loved your music. I was in the US Navy and my favorite was Last Farewell. What a great, soothing voice. Sing with the Angels. RIP.
In my early 60s now, Roger's work has pretty much occupied my entire life. It's huge chunk of our generation that has left.
I had the pleasure of attending a recording of the BBC TV show “Whistlestop” in the late 1960s fronted by Roger. I loved his warmth and sense of humour. He had a beautiful voice with his record releases as well. My condolences to his family.
Very sorry to hear about the loss of Roger. Started listening to music in 1974 then Roger released Last Farewell in Australia in 1975 and then I Don’t Believe in If Anymore. Reviewed previous hits and appreciated the great singer he was. Sad loss.
Our deepest condolences to you and Rogers family he will be sadly missed by everyone who loves his music . We had his music playing when we lost our friend . We will forever love him .it will never be his last farewell . We love you Roger. Xxx
1123 entries.
After seeing him in Toronto our young family became immersed in his music. Our young daughters laughed hysterically as he sang “I’m being eaten by a boa constrictor.” His musical ability was further enhanced by a magnetic stage presence and intellectual chatter with the audience.
His quip on politicians gave me one of my best jokes for life: “ politicians remind me of a bunch of bananas; they’re all yellow, they all hang together and there’s not a straight one among them.” My daughters fondly remember dancing in Daddy’s arms as I humbly tried to emulate his powerful, yet comforting voice. The words of his many songs portray a love and a zest for life. He is a man I would love to meet in a much more peaceful future.
John 5:28, Psalm 37: 10,11,29
What sad news, he was a wonderful artist and I will forever cherish his albums. My heartfelt condolences to his friends and family.
I am truly saddened to hear of Rogers passing. I grew up in Rhodesia listening to his music. Thank you Roger , for blessing us over all these years with your beautiful voice and wonderful music.Truly we will miss you . But greatful are we to know that God blessed us with him and his wonderful talent, and now he is in Heaven , making music and whistling away God’s praises. Rest in Peace , till we meet again , the Last Farewell.
Mes condoléances à la famille et à nous tous, les fans de M. Whittaker. Ses chansons nous ont touchés et sont reliés à de beaux souvenirs. Merci.
so sad to hear the news. A wonderful singer left us all with so many special songs and memories. RIP roger.
peter
Thank you Roger for the beauty in your music and your voice. We shall miss you but you are forever in our hearts. Thank you, lovely man. Thank you.
Roger had an amazing voice and his records were listened to often in our house growing up . He was one of my Dads favourite singer and I will think fondly of my Dad singing his songs with him in heaven . Mr. Whittaker your songs will go on forever .
I am Claire from UCNW and have so many happy memories of our days spent there. Roger's performance was the high light of the rag shows. He will be sorely missed and my condolences to all his family.
Sad to learn of the passing of one of life's true Gentlemen. His songs and presentation have inspired millions. His poise, integrity, values and gentle nature were the qualities of a genuine and special person. Thanks for the contribution to our world Roger.
Roger’s songs filled my childhood and my children’s childhood and continue to be a presence in our lives, warming our hearts. Thank you Roger and RIP
R.I.P. Mr Whittaker, your music is our comfort.
Rest peacefully Mr Whittaker. My Dad & Mum loved your music 🕊️
Kind Regards,
Fiona Allan
🐨🦘
I met Roger when he stayed at the Hotel where I was working he was very nice and kind. Was a fan of his music too.
The death of Roger came as a shock to many. May he rest in eternal peace. We remember him well because of his attachment to Kenya where he was born. I love his song ''My land is Kenya". May he rest in peace
So sorry for the loss of a great singer love his music and voice.RIP and may god bless him and keep singing in the heavens
I always loved your music. I was in the US Navy and my favorite was Last Farewell. What a great, soothing voice. Sing with the Angels. RIP.
In my early 60s now, Roger's work has pretty much occupied my entire life. It's huge chunk of our generation that has left.
I had the pleasure of attending a recording of the BBC TV show “Whistlestop” in the late 1960s fronted by Roger. I loved his warmth and sense of humour. He had a beautiful voice with his record releases as well. My condolences to his family.
Very sorry to hear about the loss of Roger. Started listening to music in 1974 then Roger released Last Farewell in Australia in 1975 and then I Don’t Believe in If Anymore. Reviewed previous hits and appreciated the great singer he was. Sad loss.
Our deepest condolences to you and Rogers family he will be sadly missed by everyone who loves his music . We had his music playing when we lost our friend . We will forever love him .it will never be his last farewell . We love you Roger. Xxx