Rodger Dean Wahl

Weslaco- Rodger Dean Wahl, 89, passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2006. Funeral arrangements are in the care of Funeraria Del Angel Highland Funeral Home and Memorial Park in Weslaco, Texas.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Lois E. Wahl, and his parents, Leonard and Irene Wahl. He is survived by his children, Rodger D’Andreas Wahl and Charla Ayn Layne (Harold), and his grandchildren, Carley Ayn and Derek Layne.

Rodger was born on December 8, 1936 in Fairview, Oklahoma. He graduated from Gladewater (Texas) High School and Phillip's University in Enid, Oklahoma. In 1960, he and his wife Lois moved to Weslaco, where they both were offered teaching positions in Weslaco ISD. Rodger and Lois were well known around Weslaco for their youthful presence and their 1959 Ford retractable hardtop convertible. Rodger earned his master of education degree, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) credential, and spent 30 years as a high school and vocational counselor at both Weslaco and McAllen High Schools.

Rodger loved his cats and cared for many orphaned kittens, opossums, birds, and other animals throughout his life. He was an avid reader and lifelong learner. He took great pride in his Native American (Blackfoot) heritage, participating in cultural ceremonies and dancing in PowWows throughout Texas. Rodger enjoyed educating young people about Native American history and culture through puppetry and storytelling. Rodger and Lois were married for 64 years before her passing in 2022.

A private graveside service will be held at Highland Memorial Park on Thursday, October 1, 2026.