In Loving Memory of Roger Alexander Chant
9/26/1952 – Missing Since 3/10/26 – Found May 21, 2026
Roger Alexander Chant has been missing since March 10, 2026, while fishing in Belleisle, Annapolis County. Though time has passed without answers, his life continues to be honored and remembered by all who know and love him.
Born on September 26, 1952, in Sandy point, to Walter and Beudah Chant. Roger is a man of deep faith, a devoted outdoorsman, and someone who found joy in both the quiet of nature and the warmth of home. He has a strong love for Jesus that guided the way he lives—through kindness and humility toward others.
He is widely known for his passion for the outdoors. Whether fishing at sunrise or heading into the woods before daylight during hunting season, Roger felt closest to peace in God’s creation. Fishing and hunting are more than hobbies to him—they are part of who he is. He has a gift for finding the perfect fishing spot and a love for sharing stories of his time outdoors. Not only does Roger have a passion for the outdoors, he is an avid animal lover. From his many favorite canine companions to his latest “children”, his cats, Dora and Peg.
Just as much as he loves the outdoors, Roger loves bringing people together through food. As a professional chef, he found his passion as a self-professed Coleslaw Connoisseur, especially from Mary Brown’s. He is known for his cooking—whether it was preparing a meal from the day’s catch, cooking for family gatherings, or simply making sure no one left the table hungry. Once upon a time his kitchen was a place of laughter, fellowship, and love.
He also has a deep love for good music. Whether it was playing in the background while he cooked, listening on a quiet evening, or sharing favorite songs with family and friends, music was another way he connected with the people he loves. He was always sending messages filled with his latest favorite songs, just as he would proudly share photos of his trophy catches from the water or what he brought home from a successful hunt. Those small, thoughtful moments are now cherished memories by all who received them.
Roger also found great joy in singing, especially as part of a men’s group called The Sound of Men where he shared both his voice and his faith. Those who sang alongside him remember not only his love of music, but the fellowship and spirit he brought to every gathering.
Above all, he cherishes his family. He deeply loves spending time with his siblings, sharing laughter, stories, and the kind of bond that only family can bring. Those moments together remain treasured memories. Roger is a walking prayer answered. His mother and family prayed for 40 years for him to encounter Jesus. One fateful Sunday, he met the Lord and gave Him everything. His life has never been same, and he told everyone he knew and met about the One who saved him.
Family and friends remember Roger for his warm heart and steady presence. He cherished time spent with loved ones—around a campfire, on the water, or gathered around a table he helped fill. Roger’s community in South Shore were like family to him as well. He has a far-reaching friend group with many best friends. His friendship circle was so big, when asked by family to move back to Cape Breton he declined because he couldn’t leave the people he lived life with every day. Roger lived a modest life but would give you anything he had, whether it be the smelt he just caught or fresh fish he just smoked.
Since his disappearance, Roger has been deeply missed by Family, friends, church community and more. His absence is felt not only in the lives of those closest to him, but also in the quiet places he once loved—the rivers, the woods, and the home he filled with warmth, music, and faith.
Those who have gone on before him and will meet him in glory – his wife, Katherine Ross; parents, Walter and Beudah Chant; grandparents, Rev. Sheldon and Agnus Myers, and Alexander and Elizabeth Chant; brothers, Moyle Buchanan and Bishop Wayne Chant, and grandson, Aiden.
Left here to miss him are his daughter, Fonia (Tim) Bagnell; son, Troy Chant; stepchildren, Denise Ross, and Patrick (Tammie) Ross; grandchildren, Rebecca, Jessie, Sophie, Moses, Hazel, Madelyn, and Riley; siblings, Bishop Maynard (Janet) Chant, Rosette (Bishop William) Legge, Rev. Sheldon (Florence) Chant, Rev. Jamie (Darlene) Chant, and Kimberly (Vince) Penney; sister-in-law, Sherry Chant, and many nieces, nephews, and a whole big load of friends.
“Those who walk in faith never truly leave us—they live on in every life they touched.”
There will be a celebration of life for Roger at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, held at the Lockport Pentecostal Church, 109 Hall Street, Lockport, NS.
There will be another memorial in Cape Breton announced at a later date.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
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From: Paul M Walker
Roger and I became friends after the loss of his wife Katherine whom I’ve had known since I was a teenager and was friends with her daughter. But he ask me for help with caring for their cats his girls Peg and Dora we became very close he was like a father figure to me his love for animals and his stories about the things he loved to do and his family his mom who he loved so much and his love for god he wasn’t afraid to show. We talked everyday through text or voice messages and me dropping in to help him out and to have a chat. I’m still in disbelief that you are gone my heart is broken it’s never going to be the same not getting to stop by to look to after the cats or to help you out. I know you are in a better place but it was too soon to let you go .Rest in peace Roger until we meet again 🥲❤️
Our heartfelt sympathy to each and everyone of Rogers’ family and dear friends …his loss is felt by all who knew him .Roger is in his heavenly home now and he will be missed
Roger I haven’t seen you in awhile but I have the fondest memories of our friendship.I smile when I think of the fun we had.You will be missed.Rest Easy my friend.
I knew Roger as a young man, where his parents abd family faithfully attended church in Sydney each Sunday, despite the long drive to and from Louisbourg. He came from a long line of those who believed and practiced their salvation experience and Im so happy to know that his mom’s prayers for him were answered and now he’s reunited in his heavenly home. Suchna tragic end to a life who enjoyed life to the fullest and was loved by so many. Lloyd and I send our deepest condolences to the family and his friends. May God send his perfect peace to comfort you. 🙏
It with great sorrow that we have say goodbye to Roger on Earth but, it will a big Hello, when we we see him in Heaven. Until we meet again Roger, we will always love you. Jessie and Debbie.
Sending condolences to Roger’s family & many friends. May you all find comfort in knowing that Roger is in the presence of the lord. RIP Roger .
I can only imagined the joy on Beudah and Walter’s faces as thay met him comming through the gates of heaven .He is more alive now than he’s ever been and one day he will be reunited with the rest of his family or still here and are yet to go home. You were loved by so many Roger condolences to all the family who are left may God fill their hearts with peace in this time of missing him.
Prayers for Roger’s family and friends that miss him so greatly. The memories that he left behind are etched in stone and will never be forgotten. May God‘s peace and grace be with you all.
My condolences to all Rogers family, friends and Church families. God Bless and comfort you all.
Praying for you all.
My condolences to Roger’s family on your tragic loss. I knew and was friends with Roger in the late 70’s early 80’s and hadn’t seen him again until 2021 on a trip I made to the South Shore. He seemed to be the same nice guy I had always known !!! May he rest in peace 🙏
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My deepest sympathy to Fonia on the loss of her dad and to all Rogers family members
Love Julie
I am deeply sadden by the loss of my dear cousin Roger, I have some wonderful memories of him when he lived with my family in Montreal , we will all miss him dearly, but I know he is with Jesus and his Mom and Dad celebrating in his eternal home , you will never be forgotten cuz, and my deepest condolences to the rest of my cousins, his brothers and sisters.
Roger was a wonderful person. When our mom, Sheila Holland, was in Surf Lodge after her stroke; he would come sing with The Sound of Men and always stop to have a chat with our dad Hilbert, my sister Karen and myself. Words cannot express our heartbreak at hearing of his loss. Our heart goes out to the entire family.
Deepest condolences to all the family
RIP Roger. You went to heaven doing what you love doing. You will be missed by all that knew you. The Chant family are a great close family that i grew up knowing and spending many night and dinners at there house and treated as one of there own. Did a lot of hunting/fishing with them. Great memory’s with a great family that i will cherish for my life time. Thank you to Roger and the Chant family. God Bless you all. Roger has his angel wings now with his mom dad and brother in heaven.
Sending our deepest sympathies, love and prayers to the Chant family.
To Sheldon and Florence and family my deepest sympathy on your loss.
My deepest condolences to the Chant family and Roger’s friends. RIP
Roger I had a dream, I watched you from the shore… then I watched you no more.. the last look you gave was a sweet smile and a wave, all your life you cast your rod in later years you cast your net sharing Jesus with everyone you met. Now hear those words your work is done, welcome home my son, my comfort lies in knowing in the sweet by and by we again will meet on that beautiful shore. I love you my sweet cousin Rodger, see you soon. My deepest condolences to my all dear cousins and their families you all in my prayers.
I had the opportunity to get to know Roger a little more when he came to visit his family in Sydney. He always carried such a warm and friendly presence. His love for The Lord and his family was always evident in his conversation. He will be so missed by his family and friends. Words cannot express enough how sad I feel for those He left behind who loved him so deeply. It is so reassuring to know that he is now in the presence of Jesus because he chose to invite Him into his life.
My condolence to Roger`s family and the Chant family R.I.P. Roger.
One of my favorite days in Cape Breton was coming home from church to find lobster in the sink – thanks to Roger. A great example of his love for family, the outdoors, food, and generosity. So thankful for every encounter I had with Roger. With love from Nashville!
Our sincere condolences to all , God bless Ernie & Tish
I will always cherish the memories I have of you Roger my dear cousin, gone too soon, but I know you are celebrating with Jesus and your Mom and Dad, you will be greatly missed but I know I will see you again one day and we will all celebrate eternity together, will always carry you in my heart, and sending my deepest condolences to the rest of my cousins, praying for you always.
Fiona, Sheldon and Family
I understand that words cannot take away your grief. However, as you grieve the loss of your Father, Brother and grandfather, please accept my heartfelt sympathy. I wish you the kind of peace that brings you comfort, courage to face the sad and difficult days, and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
Please know everyone is thinking of you all during this terrible time.
God Bless
“Death ends a life, not a relationship. All the love you created is still there. All the memories are still there. You live on- in the hearts of everyone you have touched and nurtured while you were here.“
Our deepest condolences to the Chant family.
What a beautiful obituary for such a jolly fellow as Roger! He was always happy to greet us and make us smile or laugh! God rest his dear soul and comfort all his loved ones with their precious memories of him!
Deepest condolences to all the family.