Roger A. Prentice, Sr. 70, of Knoxville, Tenn. formerly of Pittsfield, Mass. Passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2023. 

Roger was born on Jan. 11, 1953, in Livingston Manor, NY. A son of the late Elmer and Betty McIntosh Prentice. 

When Roger came to Pittsfield in his younger years he worked for Gillette Carnival and worked at getting his mechanic's certificate as well as his CDL, becoming an independent truck driver, hauling for many local companies, retiring, and enjoying his time with family and friends.  He loved to fish and work on vehicles.  

He was also a long-time member of the AA of Pittsfield. 

He is survived by his wife Heather Hamilton-Prentice, his children Kelly (Leo), Roger Jr. (Remy), Matthew, Charles (Jen), Amanda (Mike), Erica (Josh), William, stepson Anthony Milette, along with 12 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Also survived by his siblings, Penny, Patti, Mark, Tami, Ace, David, and many many nieces and nephews. 

In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by Elmer Jr., Babe B., Johnny, Baby Billy, Rose, Donny, Richard, and Leona.

There will be a local memorial on Sunday,  April 16th, 2023 at the Gazebo, 165 Tor Court,  Pittsfield, Mass, hours 1-3 p.m.

On June 9, 2023, at 1 p.m. Graveside service at Marathon Cemetery, Marathon, N.Y.