Roger L. Werndli, age 73 of Mount Horeb, passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2016, at his home. He was born on March 23, 1943, to his parents, Melvin and Meta (Schindler) Werndli.

Roger graduated as the valedictorian of his class from New Glarus High School. He was a dedicated dairy farmer who farmed for years along with his brother Ralph in the Town of Primrose. Roger also served for many years as the Town of Primrose Treasurer. Roger was a member of the Swiss United Church of Christ in New Glarus. He was a wise investor and loved his Packers.

Roger is survived by his beloved brother, Ralph.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

A special thank you to Roger's caregivers Trudy Fritsche and Anne Forbes, along with Senior Helpers and Agrace HospiceCare, Inc.

A funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, August 1, 2016, at the Zentner-Beal Funeral Home, 29 Sixth Avenue, New Glarus, WI, with Rev. Kim Moeller officiating with burial in the Swiss Church Cemetery.

Memorials in Roger's name may be given to Agrace HospiceCare, Inc.

An online memorial with guestbook is available at http://www.bealfuneralhomes.com.