We mourn the passing of a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Roger A. Watercutter. Roger was 83 years old and passed away peacefully at home on December 11, 2025.

Roger was born on February 10, 1942, in Fort Loramie, Ohio, to the late Edward and Rose Watercutter. Roger graduated from Anna High School in 1960 and served in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1960 to 1966. He married Ella Mae Schmitmeyer on October 10, 1964, who survives.

Roger was preceded in death by his siblings: Thelma (Hugo) Meyer, Edward Watercutter, Robert Watercutter, James (Theda) Watercutter, Donald Watercutter, and Mildred (Lester) Huelskamp, in-laws: Luke Schmitmeyer, Mary Evelyn & Louis Bruns, Ernest & Alma Schmitmeyer, Marian & Gregor Evers, Sr. Lucille Schmitmeyer, Martin's first wife Lucille Schmitmeyer, Marie Schmitmeyer, and Ivo Knapke.

Roger is survived by his five children: Lisa (Alastair) Warr of Indianapolis, IN; Julia O'Connor of Carmel, IN; David (Margaret) Watercutter, Pamela (Antony) Stureman, and Maria (Cory) Leeper, all of Ft. Wayne, IN. He is also survived by 19 grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, his sister, Marlene (Maurice) Brunswick of Celina, OH; and in-laws: Eunice & Willard Dahlinghaus of Egypt, OH; Henrietta Knapke of Versailles, OH; Martin Schmitmeyer of St. Sebastian, OH; and Mildred Schmitmeyer of Coldwater, OH.

A respected wealth management professional, Roger founded Watercutter Financial in 1982. He dedicated his career to guiding others with wisdom, integrity, and a steady, compassionate presence throughout the Midwest.

Roger was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He will be remembered as having a kind soul, gentle in spirit, and offering unwavering support to family, friends, and clients. His deep Catholic faith shaped the way he lived, offering a foundation of humility, gratitude, and service that touched many lives. He will be remembered for his warm heart and quiet strength.

Roger was a member of St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church; St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Siesta Key, FL; and a past member of the Knights of Columbus. He also served as president of the Investment Club in 1994. He enjoyed watching his grandchildren play high school and college sports, and relaxing in Siesta Key, FL, during his retirement years.

Though his absence leaves an immeasurable loss, his legacy of love, faith, and kindness will continue to guide those who knew him. Dad, you will be missed; rest in God's eternal peace.

Visitation will be held at Divine Mercy Funeral Home-Cedar Canyons, 1986 W. Cedar Canyons Rd., Huntertown, IN 47648, on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 2-6:00pm.

Additional visitation will be held on Thursday, December 18, 2025 from 10-11:00am at Saint Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 1502 E. Wallen Rd., Fort Wayne, IN, 46825. A Mass of Christian Burial and celebration of life will follow immediately at 11:00am. Burial will follow at Saint Vincent de Paul Cemetery.

Contributions may be made to the Saint Michael the Archangel Catholic Church Fund