Roger H. Drennen

Mr. Roger Houston Drennen, age 51, passed away on Tuesday, May 24, 2011 in Huntsville, Alabama. Born in Hartford, Connecticut on February 10, 1960, Roger was the son of Houston Valea Drennen and Betty “Marcine” (Jeffery) White. He was raised and educated in East Utica. Roger shared a 15 year relationship with the love of his life, Rosie McCleary, who preceded him in death; they were soul mates who shared a deep love for one another. During his 30-year career as a sheet metal worker, Roger held a strong work ethic. He also had a natural ability to build things. He was, in fact, a jack-of-all-trades and was proficient at whatever project he tackled. Roger was a man of faith and shared a close bond with his fellow parishioners at the Friendship Baptist Church in Huntsville; they had welcomed him into their circle as their brother in Christ. Roger is survived by his parents, Betty “Marcine” and William White of Remsen, and Houston and Janine Drennen of Ohio, NY; and his son, Roger H. Drennen, Jr. of Georgia. Always close to his heart was the memory of his infant son, Matthew Wayne Drennen, who preceded him in death. He also leaves his siblings, Drema and Gerald Spiridilozzi, Daniel and Dawn Drennen, and Mary Blohm, all of Ohio, NY, Sheila and Phil Carcone of Cold Brook, and Greg Drennen of Utica; and his step-sister, Heidi Smith of Ohio, NY; his many adored nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles. He had many friends, including his childhood and lifelong friends, Nick Sharuda, and Mary Ostrowski. He was predeceased by his paternal and maternal grandparents. The family extends sincere thanks to Roger’s friend and pastor, Tim Coley, who helped him through many hard times and was always there for him; also his friends and parishioners at the Friendship Baptist Church who were like extended family. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Memorial Gathering which will be held on Saturday, June 4, 2011 from 3:00-5:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Roger’s Celebration of Life will commence on Saturday afternoon at 5:00 at the funeral home immediately upon conclusion of the gathering, with Rev. Chris Tringali officiating.

Roger H. Drennen

February 10, 1960 - May 24, 2011