Tributes will flow for Roger John Morgan, who will be remembered as a community icon, a dedicated entrepreneur, and a devoted family man with ounces of love to give.
Roger was deeply involved in the Rotary Club and actively contributed to raising funds for bowel cancer research, a cause that was close to his heart after the loss of his beloved wife, Jill,in 2001.
Roger was subsequently diagnosed with liver cancer and fought bravely for seven years.
He died on February 24, aged 77.
As a youngster, Roger moved around Victoria, where his family owned and operated a variety of businesses, ranging from milk bars to hotels. His parents, Jack and Audrey, eventually settled in Melton, where they opened the town’s first supermarket, Tuckerbag (now an IGA).
In partnership with his late wife, Jill, Roger ran supermarkets until the early 2000s.
In 2005, he met Christine, and together they founded SmarterSafety, a health and safety consulting business. Roger, ever the learner, embraced new challenges and built a highly successful business, leaving behind a legacy that reflects his dedication, knowledge, and innovation.
Roger will be fondly remembered by the Melton community and his family for his diverse life experiences and the strong community spirit he instilled in his children.
Though Roger had many accomplishments, his greatest achievement was the love he gave to his family.
Roger was a loving husband to Christine, father to Alison, Jane, Deonee, and Jay, stepfather to Terri-Anne, Leigh, Shayne, and Shannon, and a cherished grandfather to 20 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
