Roger Prescott

Roger Prescott, age 70, of Canton, Georgia passed away Thursday, May 13, 2010. Born in Hornsea, England, he graduated from the University of Leeds in England (1961) and resided in the United States for 43 years. He retired as President of Fortafil Fibers, Inc after a lifetime career in the carbon fiber industry. He was a kind, patient, generous, and loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his wife, Ann; son, Stephen and wife Michelle; daughter, Judith and husband James; grandchildren, Elizabeth, Tom, Katie, Andrew, and Rachel; brothers, David and Richard; sisters-in-law, Georgie and Janice, and cousin, Pat. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 22, 2010 from noon to 1 pm at Founders Hall, 1076 Canton Street, Roswell, GA 30075 (Tel 770-992-4120). Reception to follow from 1 to 4pm. Family and friends most welcome. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy (www.appalachian.org) or ASPCA (www.aspca.org). Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home & Crematory, 150 Sawnee Drive, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 886-9899