Roger Neal Sikkema of Wayland, affectionately known as “Rog,” a husband, father, grandfather and man of God, died Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025. He was 81 years old.
Rog was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan Oct. 19, 1944, to Cornealius, known as Casey, and Muriel (Bogard) Sikkema. After high school, he attended Ferris State University where he played football and earned a degree in diesel technology. He served his country in the United States Army for two years. and then married Sharon
Rog built a legacy with his own hands. He was owner of Sikkema and Sons Pole Buildings and maintained a passion for hobby farming. Though he was proud of his work, his most cherished accomplishment was raising a family and watching his children and grandchildren succeed in life.
A devoted man of faith with a larger-than-life personality, he loved spending time in nature, whether he was fishing, hunting or tending his garden.
Rog is survived by his wife, Sharon, with whom he shared 56 years of marriage. Together they raised three children: Bob and his wife, Brenda, and their children Hannah (Jared Westendorp), Tyler, Kaelyn, and Trent; Mindy Stahl and her husband, Nick, and their children Kenny, Carter, and Payton; and Chad and his wife, Sarah, and their children Quinton, Kellen, and Harper. Rog was also great-grandfather to Arlo.
He was preceded in death by his parents Casey and Muriel.
Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29, at Martin Reformed Church, where a funeral will take place at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 30.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Roger’s honor to the Martin Reformed Church library and youth missions.
