Roger Danielson

Roger Danielson – Loved and Never Forgotten

Roger Danielson, of Grantsville, Utah, passed away peacefully May 17, 2026, at 80 years old surrounded by his loving family. He was a man known for his strength, independence, and unwavering loyalty to those he loved. Roger was born in Williston, North Dakota, on April 13, 1946. He was born to Robert and Lydia Danielson. Roger moved to the Danielson Farm when he was 1 year old and was raised there in Montana.

He was preceded by both parents and brother Richard Danielson. He is survived by his wife, Debbie Danielson; son, Keith (Carly) Cressey; granddaughters, Veronique Cressey and Victoria Cressey; and sister, Barbara Justus.

Roger joined the US Navy at 18 years old in July 1964. He loved the Navy and traveled around the world on US Navy ships as a top security radio man. Roger retired from the US Navy in March 1987, after 23 years of service as a senior chief.

Roger met Debbie on Valentine’s Day in 1988. They fell madly in love and married 9 months later. Roger and Debbie were married for 37 years filled with true love and respect for each other. They shared many adventures with family. Roger loved his son Keith with a deep heart and adored his two beautiful granddaughters. They were his angels, along with his daughter-in-law Carly.

Roger loved his church, horses, pups, riding his Harley Davidson, and camping with family.

A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 2:00pm, at First Lutheran Church, 349 North 7th Street, Tooele, Utah.

Military Honors will be performed by the US Navy and VFW outside at the church prior to the memorial.