Roger Dionne, 2009 Senior Golfers of America Hall of Fame inductee, is an interesting man, to say the least. His favorite tournament site with SGA is Cabo San Lucas.  He found the golf courses tough, but— standing on the tee overlooking the Sea of Cortez, watching whales spouting in the ocean — according to Roger, "There's nothing like it!"

Roger and his winsome wife Irene are favorites of the SGA and are known for their friendliness and enthusiasm.  They have two daughters, Lynn and Christy, and three grandchildren. Roger was born and raised in Hampden, Connecticut, a metropolis of 1800, and is still enjoying life there to this day.  He was elected town selectman in November, and will be working on budgeting and other issues for the city goverment.  

Beginning his career as a hourly mechanic for Pratt-Winfrey Aircraft Engines, Roger was an engine assembler for 18 years.  After graduating from college, he began working in aircraft engine design and testing for Pratt-Winfrey, and kept that job for 40 years until he retired in 2002.

When not playing golf in winter, Roger keeps himself busy converting his and Irene's home to being completely energy-efficient.  He himself installed solar panels on their house. It was necessary to take down thirteen trees to allow the correct sunlight to reach the panels; Roger took them down himself and then cut the wood to use to heat the house.  "We have almost no utility bills," he declares.

With golf as just one of his many interests and talents, Roger is a true ambassador of the game and is an inspiring representative of the Senior Golfers of America.  We congratulate him on his 2009 induction into the SGA Hall of Fame.