Roger Lee Hamann 78 of Wanatah, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2026. He was born December 8, 1947 in Valparaiso, Indiana to the late Louis Henry and Helen Janet (Malik) Hamann. A Veteran of the U.S. Army Infantry Division, Roger made his career as a union plumber working and retiring through the Plumbers Union Local 210. He was a 44-year member of the Wanatah American Legion and loved attending Bible Study at Heritage Lutheran Church, Valparaiso. Roger was an avid gardener and enjoyed visiting his neighbors on his golfcart. Most of all he loved spending time with family and staying active with his grandchildren.
On September 6, 2002 Roger married his loving wife, Tao Wu “Rosa” Hamann who survives along with his son, Jeff (Stephanie) Hamann; daughter, Stacey (Frank Cheng) Han; grandchildren, Max, Delaney, and Aubrey Hamann and Yuling Cheng; and brother, Russell Hamann.
Following cremation, a private graveside service will be held at Graceland Cemetery, Valparaiso. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to Heritage Lutheran Church or the Wanatah American Legion Post 403.
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Very sad to hear that news, deepest sympathies. -Don Hamann
My sympathy to the entire family of Roger. May God bring you all of the strength and comfort needed at this time. I really enjoyed our times of discussion at Heritage's Men's Bible Study. Rest in Peace. -Rick Segert
So sorry , to the family and friends of Roger. Enjoyed working with Roger on numerous plumbing jobs. He was a character and a lot of fun to be around RIP. -Mark Broholm
RIP Roger! Always enjoyed our conversations at bible study! Condolences to your family! -Michael Foreman
Dear Rosa and family, I enjoyed living across the street from Roger from 2016 to 2019. Roger was a fabulous neighbor and freely shared his garden produce with me and my husband during those three years. He was so friendly and thoughtful. He was generous and kind. I admired Roger's deep Christian faith and his study of the Bible. May all of you find peace and comfort in the midst of your sadness. -Pastor Victoria Ubben
