Born in 1946 Roger
became interested in Railroading at an early age, he was old enough
to see the phasing out of steam and the advent of new motive power
such as the diesel. He would often visit the local Yard and Roundhouse
in Phoenix Arizona so he could "hitch rides" with the
engineers. He also began drawing and painting trains and won a
scholastic art award in the second grade. Some of his other accomplishments
include being a published Author, Musician, Pilot, and advocate
for the Native American people.