Roger A. Markwardt, 66, formerly of North Platte, NE, died August 15, 2020 in the Mulberry Friendship Village Apartments. He was born December 29, 1953 in Campbell, Nebraska to Robert & Charlotte (Heinrich) Markwardt.
Roger was a 1972 grad
uate of North Platte High School in Nebraska. He worked most of his adult life in construction, retiring 4 years ago from Sampson Construction. He moved to Indiana in May of 2019 to be close to his children and grandchildren. He loved Cornhusker Football, playing golf, a cold MGD and making people laugh. Roger treasured these past 14 months being close to his children and cherished his time with his grandsons, although he missed his hometown and family in Nebraska.
He is survived by his Mother: Charlotte Markwardt of North Platte, NE, Son: Tyler (girlfriend Stefanie Schnieb) Markwardt of Delphi, Daughter: Jentry (Seth) Pendleton of Rossville, Brother: Roy Markwardt of North Platte, 2 Sisters: Renee (Wayne) Wallace and Regina (Ron) Hill both of North Platte, Grandsons: Henry & Creed Pendleton. Many nieces and nephews also survive.
He is preceded in death by his father, brother, Tony and sister, Rochelle Willits.
No service is planned. Goodwin Funeral Home, 200 S. Main St., Frankfort is assisting the family with arrangements. Please visit goodwinfuneralhome.com, where you may share a message with the family.