Roger Lee “Bear” Thayer HOPE, INDIANA Mr. Roger Lee “Bear” Thayer, 69 of Hope, Indiana passed away December 30, 2020 at Hope-Miller Merry Manor. He was Born in Salt Lake City, Utah the son of the late Elmer and Jane Thayer. Bear was a hard worker, as he did roofing for a living for many years. He enjoyed his family and grandchildren. He is survived by his children: Joey Howard wife Treva, Jeremy Howard wife Crystal, Beth McDole husband Shannon, and Becky Fleener husband David. 12 grandchildren and 1 brother Billy Thayer. He is preceded in death by his parents, 5 brothers Woody, Pat, Roger, Tom and Mike Thayer and 1 sister Yvonne Thayer.