Roger Lee “Duke” Pace

Roger Lee “Duke” Pace, 64, of Greenville, IL, died Monday, January 15, 2018, at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL.

Roger was born June 14, 1953, to Elbert and Evelyn (nee Stack) Pace in Granite City, IL.

He loved spending time with his family, especially grandchildren. He loved to fish, watch NASCAR, and camp. But, antiques were his passion back when he was an auctioneer.   Roger had an open-door policy—anyone needing help, he would help as best he could.

He is survived by his children, Roger Pace, Greenville, IL, and Amanda Pace, O’Fallon, IL; "adopted children", Natasha, Shana, Justina, and Kayla; grandchildren, Dawson and Wyatt Pace, Gabby, Trinity, Lucas, Charlie, and Angel Pace; "adopted grandchildren", Riley, Raine, Porsche; good friend, Charles “Butch” Boswell; brothers, Jimmy (Cheryl) Pace Clarksville, TN, Larry (Linda) Pace, Kentucky, Billy (Lynn) Pace, Taylorville, IL, Bobby (Mary) Pace, Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO, Marty Pace, Bath, PA, and Rex (Trish) Pace, Kentucky; many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Elbert and Evelyn Pace; brothers, Willie and Terry Pace.

Memorials may be made to the Donor’s Choice.

Visitation: Saturday, January 20, 2018, 9:00 to 11:00 am, at Meridith Funeral Home, Pocahontas, IL.

Funeral Service: Saturday, January 20, 2018, 11:00 am, at Meridith Funeral Home, Pocahontas, IL.

Interment: Robinson Cemetery

Meridith Funeral Home, Pocahontas, Illinois