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wrote on September 26, 2023
at
1:36 am
In the 1970’s as a junior high student I heard Roger Whitaker for the first time, in a television advertisement for his album. I talked my mother into ordering an 8 Track for me. I’ve been a fan ever since. What a wonderful voice and wonderful storyteller. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I’m sorry I never saw him in person, but am grateful that his songbook, like his memory, will live on for the many people, like myself, who cherished his gift. I offer my sincere condolences to his family and friends.
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
9:46 pm
my thoughts and prayers are with all Rogers family and friends in this very sad time i had the pleasure of meeting Roger at Mercia sound in Coventry Rip Roger and thank you for the great songs you have left us with
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
9:35 pm
Such sad news. I first heard Roger through my father in the late 60s and early 70s. My dad was a huge fan and Roger was a real regular on the TV in Britain during that period. Even at that young age I soon realised that this lovely man had endless talent and although I grew up in the glam rock and punk era I still thoroughly enjoyed his music. I continued to listen to him through the decades and never tired of him, he produced a wonderful canon of recordings that still sound fresh today. God bless you Roger and thank you for the wonderful gift you gave to music lovers down the years. R.I.P.
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
7:54 pm
Very sad to hear that Roger Whittaker has passed away. Earliest recollection at 6 or 7 was him singing on the radio "Durham Town". Many years after that, bought a good number of his long-players. A great song writer and singer and whistler, whose like I don't think we shall see again. He was one of a kind.
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
5:27 pm
Thank you Roger for making my life better. Thanks for giving me a lifetime of music. Can always see your face when I hear your music. I got the chance to meet you and have a drink with you and thought I knew you my whole life, the world is a sadder place now. Thanks for making a difference in this world. Bless you.!
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
11:28 am
As the sole surviving member of the group The Fantastics, I would like to pay tribute to Roger, a really great person and performer. We appeared on his TV show back in the 70s in England. May I extend heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and associates on his passing.
Kind regards
John T Cheatdom
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
10:18 am
Sorry to hear about Roger's passing, truly the best singer ever, and the nicest person you could wish to meet, saw him three times, wonderful,. God bless him.
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
8:49 am
I was a fan of Roger Whittaker for many years and I still love his music today. I saw him perform several times in Halifax, NS. Canada as well as listening to his music on the radio and on CD. I only just found out he passed away yesterday and am sorry to see him go. He was an expert whistler and I always loved to hear him whistle or yodel which he was excellent at too. Many condolences to his family and friends and especially from myself and Nova Scotia. Rest in peace, Roger.
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
8:44 am
My wife and I were great fan's of Roger, we saw him "Live" Was very sorry to hear of his "Promotion to glory" We are sure he is whistling in heaven! Durham town, Last Farewell, New world in the morning iconic songs, that will live on, forever! Thank you Roger RIP John Kathleen Holman.
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
2:25 am
The last farwell RIP a beautiful singer and gentleman sadly missed but never forgotten
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
2:03 am
Thank you so much Roger !
We have really enjoyed your singing, whistling, and concerts for many years. No one can possibly match your whistling talent !
I wish I could share a powerpoint I created with Roger singing "Why", one of my favourite songs.
May You Rest In Peace
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
1:59 am
So sorry to hear of Rogers passing, he provided so much joy to the World with his great voice and songs. I am former Program Director for WKTZ fm in Jacksonville Fl ,an easy listening station, and we played Rogers music, he was so popular. I met him briefly after a concert in Orlando ..he always came out to greet his fans! I have just been listening to some of his songs tonight and shared them with both my daughters. RIP Roger, "The good old E and R and H will get you there on time!" Alan.
wrote on September 24, 2023
at
10:51 pm
Roger war ein ganz toller Musiker der viele Fans in Deutschland hatte seine Musik lebt weiter auch wenn er nicht mehr ist seine Familie mein Beileid Roger wird nicht nicht vergessen werden
wrote on September 24, 2023
at
7:07 pm
Roger was and still is my favourite male vocalist. His amazing talents included singing in many languages, at least two whistling styles, and a consistently genuine "presence" while performing. I have enjoyed 3 of his live performances in Regina Saskatchewan and always came away with a song in my heart.
Also, as VFR pilot with only a night rating, I was impressed by his beautiful GulfStream aircraft and endorsement on twin engine and full instrument rating, which is no easy achievement.
Just heard today of his passing, and share a little of the sadness with his devoted family. God Bless and Keep You!
wrote on September 24, 2023
at
6:56 pm
So sorry to hear of Roger’s passing. We were privileged to produce apart of hi last tour of North America and spent a lovely dinner engagement after the concert in Abbotsford BC. Listening to his stories and sharing many jokes We didn’t get out of there until the wee hours of the morning. He was such a gentleman and a wonderful entertainer. He will be much missed
wrote on September 24, 2023
at
3:42 pm
What a sadness to learn of Roger's passing. My partner, Mike, passed away at end of July and among the music played at his funeral just a few days before Roger's death, as we walked into church, was "The first Hello, The last Goodbye", which I play endlessly in Mike's memory. We spent many an hour since Mike's retirememnt listening to Roger's beautiful songs, something for every emotion known to man (or woman!), and sung with such warmth, feeling and clarity. The songs he wrote himself were particularly poignant and full of meaning, but, equally, those he chose to sing written by others were very carefully selected to match his own style. To be able to leave such a legacy of wonderful music means he will be forever in our hearts. God bless his wife and family who must be distraught at the loss of such a lovely man. Wishing both men peace in the life beyond. Elizabeth
wrote on September 24, 2023
at
2:47 pm
I have loved Roger's music for as long as I can remember. His gentle voice has filled my heart with joy and sustained me during
the trials of my life. May his music live on forever. RIP
wrote on September 24, 2023
at
12:52 pm
My gran loved Roger's music. She adored him, sadly she passed in 96.. but sister and I still love his music. It reminds us of good times...the best times. Love sent to Rogers family. R.I.P ♥️
wrote on September 24, 2023
at
11:13 am
If Roger was standing in front of me, I'd say thank you for all the happiness you brought to me through the years. He sang beautifully and with such feeling. RIP.
wrote on September 24, 2023
at
10:25 am
Thanks for all the these moments. Will Never forget your warm voice and songs.
1052 entries.
wrote on September 26, 2023
at
1:36 am
In the 1970’s as a junior high student I heard Roger Whitaker for the first time, in a television advertisement for his album. I talked my mother into ordering an 8 Track for me. I’ve been a fan ever since. What a wonderful voice and wonderful storyteller. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I’m sorry I never saw him in person, but am grateful that his songbook, like his memory, will live on for the many people, like myself, who cherished his gift. I offer my sincere condolences to his family and friends.
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
9:46 pm
my thoughts and prayers are with all Rogers family and friends in this very sad time i had the pleasure of meeting Roger at Mercia sound in Coventry Rip Roger and thank you for the great songs you have left us with
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
9:35 pm
Such sad news. I first heard Roger through my father in the late 60s and early 70s. My dad was a huge fan and Roger was a real regular on the TV in Britain during that period. Even at that young age I soon realised that this lovely man had endless talent and although I grew up in the glam rock and punk era I still thoroughly enjoyed his music. I continued to listen to him through the decades and never tired of him, he produced a wonderful canon of recordings that still sound fresh today. God bless you Roger and thank you for the wonderful gift you gave to music lovers down the years. R.I.P.
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
7:54 pm
Very sad to hear that Roger Whittaker has passed away. Earliest recollection at 6 or 7 was him singing on the radio "Durham Town". Many years after that, bought a good number of his long-players. A great song writer and singer and whistler, whose like I don't think we shall see again. He was one of a kind.
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
5:27 pm
Thank you Roger for making my life better. Thanks for giving me a lifetime of music. Can always see your face when I hear your music. I got the chance to meet you and have a drink with you and thought I knew you my whole life, the world is a sadder place now. Thanks for making a difference in this world. Bless you.!
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
11:28 am
As the sole surviving member of the group The Fantastics, I would like to pay tribute to Roger, a really great person and performer. We appeared on his TV show back in the 70s in England. May I extend heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and associates on his passing.
Kind regards
John T Cheatdom
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
10:18 am
Sorry to hear about Roger's passing, truly the best singer ever, and the nicest person you could wish to meet, saw him three times, wonderful,. God bless him.
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
8:49 am
I was a fan of Roger Whittaker for many years and I still love his music today. I saw him perform several times in Halifax, NS. Canada as well as listening to his music on the radio and on CD. I only just found out he passed away yesterday and am sorry to see him go. He was an expert whistler and I always loved to hear him whistle or yodel which he was excellent at too. Many condolences to his family and friends and especially from myself and Nova Scotia. Rest in peace, Roger.
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
8:44 am
My wife and I were great fan's of Roger, we saw him "Live" Was very sorry to hear of his "Promotion to glory" We are sure he is whistling in heaven! Durham town, Last Farewell, New world in the morning iconic songs, that will live on, forever! Thank you Roger RIP John Kathleen Holman.
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
2:25 am
The last farwell RIP a beautiful singer and gentleman sadly missed but never forgotten
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
2:03 am
Thank you so much Roger !
We have really enjoyed your singing, whistling, and concerts for many years. No one can possibly match your whistling talent !
I wish I could share a powerpoint I created with Roger singing "Why", one of my favourite songs.
May You Rest In Peace
wrote on September 25, 2023
at
1:59 am
So sorry to hear of Rogers passing, he provided so much joy to the World with his great voice and songs. I am former Program Director for WKTZ fm in Jacksonville Fl ,an easy listening station, and we played Rogers music, he was so popular. I met him briefly after a concert in Orlando ..he always came out to greet his fans! I have just been listening to some of his songs tonight and shared them with both my daughters. RIP Roger, "The good old E and R and H will get you there on time!" Alan.
wrote on September 24, 2023
at
10:51 pm
Roger war ein ganz toller Musiker der viele Fans in Deutschland hatte seine Musik lebt weiter auch wenn er nicht mehr ist seine Familie mein Beileid Roger wird nicht nicht vergessen werden
wrote on September 24, 2023
at
7:07 pm
Roger was and still is my favourite male vocalist. His amazing talents included singing in many languages, at least two whistling styles, and a consistently genuine "presence" while performing. I have enjoyed 3 of his live performances in Regina Saskatchewan and always came away with a song in my heart.
Also, as VFR pilot with only a night rating, I was impressed by his beautiful GulfStream aircraft and endorsement on twin engine and full instrument rating, which is no easy achievement.
Just heard today of his passing, and share a little of the sadness with his devoted family. God Bless and Keep You!
wrote on September 24, 2023
at
6:56 pm
So sorry to hear of Roger’s passing. We were privileged to produce apart of hi last tour of North America and spent a lovely dinner engagement after the concert in Abbotsford BC. Listening to his stories and sharing many jokes We didn’t get out of there until the wee hours of the morning. He was such a gentleman and a wonderful entertainer. He will be much missed
wrote on September 24, 2023
at
3:42 pm
What a sadness to learn of Roger's passing. My partner, Mike, passed away at end of July and among the music played at his funeral just a few days before Roger's death, as we walked into church, was "The first Hello, The last Goodbye", which I play endlessly in Mike's memory. We spent many an hour since Mike's retirememnt listening to Roger's beautiful songs, something for every emotion known to man (or woman!), and sung with such warmth, feeling and clarity. The songs he wrote himself were particularly poignant and full of meaning, but, equally, those he chose to sing written by others were very carefully selected to match his own style. To be able to leave such a legacy of wonderful music means he will be forever in our hearts. God bless his wife and family who must be distraught at the loss of such a lovely man. Wishing both men peace in the life beyond. Elizabeth
wrote on September 24, 2023
at
2:47 pm
I have loved Roger's music for as long as I can remember. His gentle voice has filled my heart with joy and sustained me during
the trials of my life. May his music live on forever. RIP
wrote on September 24, 2023
at
12:52 pm
My gran loved Roger's music. She adored him, sadly she passed in 96.. but sister and I still love his music. It reminds us of good times...the best times. Love sent to Rogers family. R.I.P ♥️
wrote on September 24, 2023
at
11:13 am
If Roger was standing in front of me, I'd say thank you for all the happiness you brought to me through the years. He sang beautifully and with such feeling. RIP.
wrote on September 24, 2023
at
10:25 am
Thanks for all the these moments. Will Never forget your warm voice and songs.