Roger Burleson
1948 - 2020
Dr. Roger Dean Burleson
CINCINNATI-Dr. Roger Dean Burleson, 72 year old, of Cincinnati, formerly a proud Pirate of Wheelersburg passed from this world into his heavenly home on December 28, 2020 at his home, with all of his family by his side after a lengthy battle with prostate cancer. He was born in Eccles, WV to wonderful loving parents, William and Lola Burleson who proceed him in death. He is also preceded in death by his son Christopher Burleson. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 48 years, Yolanda “Lannie” Urso Burleson, from Cosenza Italy.
Roger was a vibrant and giving person. His chest swelled when he spoke of how proud he was of his children: Dr. Amy (Michael) Sullivan in Cleveland, Dr. Angela (Jason) Ott in Cincinnati, and Dr. Andrew (Noelle) Burleson in Cincinnati and being a Papa to his 7 grandchildren: Braden, Annalin, Michael B., Juliana, Bennett, Sloane and Storie. He was vibrant and boisterous and his energy filled a room, as did his laugh and smile. He loved people deeply, shared his gifts widely and made people comfortable in his dental practice where he treated tens of thousands of people compassionately and made them laugh, when they were afraid. He was a risk taker, as he went back to dental school at the University of Michigan at the age of 36, after a successful career as a hospital administrator in Midland, MI. He graduated from The Ohio State University and got his MBA from Washington University in St. Louis. He was so very accomplished, but was also grounded, with a giving soul. He loved The Ohio State vs Michigan game and would change shirts mid-game and fly the winning team’s flag, saying “My team always wins” having graduated from both schools. He loved watching his children and grandchildren succeed in sports and also loved watching and playing all sports with his family.
When asking Roger what the secret to his success was, he shared “always put God first and your family next and you will be successful.” Friends are invited to say their goodbye on earth on Friday, January 1 at Harrison Pyles-Funeral Home in Wheelersburg, Ohio from 3-6pm and a full Catholic Mass at 9:45am on Saturday, January 2 at the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption in Covington, KY. He will have an entombment service immediately following at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Cincinnati, Ohio. We invite you to attend, but ask that you please wear a mask.
Roger asked that donations be directed to the Cleveland Clinic Breast Cancer Program: https://give.ccf.org/give/187824/&_ga=2.23844159.469312105.1609171468-158582958.1608063725#!/donation/checkout?designation=7073
Be in loving joyful peace dearest Roger/Dad/Papa
For you have served us with
Your hands, and loved us with your heart,
and we shall be surrounded by your goodness,
loving dedication and courageous example
for the rest of our days.
Be in loving, joyful peace dearest Roger/Dad/Papa
Arrangements and services by Harrison-Pyles Funeral Home. Online condolences may be shared at www.harrison-pyles.com.
Condolences
Blair and Janet Hall
We are so sorry to just hear of Dr. Roger's passing. He was the nicest,most gentle person. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kim
Prayers to the family!
Glenna & Randy Arnett
Lannie & Family, Randy, Amanda, Tiffany and I are so saddened to hear of Roger’s passing. Hold close your wonderful memories as they become even more comforting with time. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and our prayers.
Andrew Cline
Andrew, Noelle & Burleson family, I am so incredibly sorry for your loss of such a wonderful father & grandfather far too soon. I know he will live on forever in your hearts & memories and his legacy through his children and grandchildren forever.
Jessica McAdow (Schmidt)
Lannie, Amy, Angela, and Andrew: I’m so so sorry for your loss. Roger was a great man! I always loved coming over and spending time with your family! We always had such a great time and I have a lot of fond memories of Roger! We are all thinking of you! Our prayers are with you! Love-Jessica McAdow (Schmidt)
Patrick & Wanda Dengel
Lannie and family, we grieve with you over your loss. The love between you and Roger and your family was always evident. Roger will be remembered and missed by many. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Raejean Wagner
For some moments in life there are no words. Death leaves a heartache no one can steal and love leaves memories no one can steal. Sympathy extended to whole family for loss of this great man.
Rev and Mrs Bob Jones
So sad to learn of Dr Roger’s passing. He always wanted to have a joke ready for Bob when he would come to the Wheelersburg Office. So very sorry for his precious family who definitely will have a great good in their lives.
Terry Bogan
I first met Roger when Andrew was a senior in high school and as a recruit for Wright State was playing in an all star game at Thomas More College. Roger became a friend from that day onward. Roger Burleson was one of a kind and was the best of the best. He will be missed by all he came in contact with. I know I will miss him.
Tasha England
I am so very sorry for this loss. The Burleson family has always welcomed me into their home with open arms. Roger always had the most contagious smile! My prayers and thoughts are with the entire family during this difficult time. God Bless.
Dr. Amanda Mueller (Formerly Williams)
So terribly sad to hear of the passing of the greatest dentist of all time, Dr. Burleson. He was my childhood dentist and was so amazing I would come home from college and medical school to continue to see him. I still haven’t found a dentist I love more than him! We always spoke of his family and his beautiful daughters as we are similar age and all played sports and it was so evident how proud he was of them and how much he loved his family. He was always smiling and so warm and kind. I am so honored to have known him and been a patient. Sending many thoughts and prayers to his family.
Carol and Joel Siegfried
Lannie and family We are so shocked and sorry to hear of Rogers passing. I know you will miss him dearly. We hope you can find peace in reflecting on the many precious memories you. God. Bless you all Carol and Joel
Brian and Cheryl Bays
Lannie, Amy, Angela, and Drew, We are so very very sorry for your loss! Lannie, my mom understands what you are going through and I unfortunately understand the deviation of losing a dad. We can all rest in knowing that they are alive and well in heaven, with no pain or suffering. We also both have wonderful memories of a loving/caring Dad/husband that can never be taken away. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. ??
Joan Scott
I am so sorry to hear of Rogers passing. He was my dentist for years. I loved his smile and his sense of humor. He always had a joke for me. I will miss him.