Roger Dean Hastings, 80, of Morganton, NC, passed away Monday, June 8, 2026.
Born in Cleveland County, NC on November 23, 1945, he was the son of the late Theodore Hastings and Ruth Ledford Hastings.
Roger was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed being outdoors and anything concerning nature, especially fishing and hiking (including along the Appalachian Trail). Roger retired from the High Rise with the Department of Corrections.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Millie Carswell Hastings; sons, Jamie Hastings (Crystal) and Mark Hastings (Keisha); grandsons, Tyler, Marcus, and Eli Hastings; brother, Bill Hastings (Jackie); and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
No services are planned at this time.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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So sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Roger was a great guy, at one point a brother in law and then married to one of my cousins My thoughts and prayers for Millie and Jamie and Mark. Miss you all and thinking of you in this tough time. He will be missed by many.
Millie & family, We want to extend our deepest sympathies to you at this time in the passing of Roger. I realize we didn’t get to spend a lot of time with your family but the time together was memorable. Please know you will be in our thoughts & prayers. Mitchell/ Jackie Ledford & family (Harris Ledford’s family) San Antonio, TX