Roger “Papa” Dean Shaver

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roger “Papa” Dean Shaver, who departed his earthly life on Friday, October 9, 2026. Roger was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend whose presence brought warmth, wisdom, and joy to those fortunate enough to know him.

Roger was preceded in death by his parents, AB and Gladys, his eldest brother Ronald and his two daughters, Stacey and Marissa.

He is survived by his partner in life, Margaret Neth; his two daughters, RogAnn Scott (Clifford) and Cindy Shaver-Seal (Terrance); his brothers, Donnie and Stanley (Joy); four grandchildren and four great grandchildren, Jacob Enderle (Kyle), Nichele Uhlmann (Jordan/Sadie and Scarlett), Savannah Scott, and Caitlin Bakker (Shane/Hazel and Flynn), each of whom carry forward his strength, kindness, and legacy.

Roger was born in Plattsburg, MO, July 26, 1935, and grew up on the family farm on J Hwy. After graduating from Plattsburg High School in 1953 he joined the United States Navy as a radio-repairman where he received the National Defense medal before being discharged in 1956. After his time with the navy Roger attended William Jewell College in Liberty, MO.

Roger was an ideas man and was always doing and finding new things to do in life; from his days of boxing (Golden Gloves 1952), working for Swift & Henry Stockyards, a food broker, oil fields in Kentucky/Tennessee, pallet repair and paper sorting/converting which led to the creation of Menco Royal with Margaret, before retiring to Cole Camp where they created the 250 acre Best’est Yet Farm and raised black Angus cattle. Roger never quit dreaming of making things bigger.

Graveside service will be held on Friday, October 16, 2026, 1:30 p.m., at Arley Cemetery in Kearney, MO.