08/20/2026
❤️ LET’S SHOW UP FOR ROGER ❤️
Many of you have heard about the terrible accident on I-84 involving our friend, community member, and Big River customer Roger Birkeland, pictured below with his wife, Tammie.
Roger was doing what Roger does — helping someone. He had stopped to assist a motorist with a flat tire when another vehicle struck the ODOT truck and then hit Roger and the gentleman he was helping.
Tragically, the gentleman Roger stopped to help lost his life. Our hearts go out to his family and loved ones as they navigate an unimaginable loss.
Roger suffered very serious injuries and has a long road to recovery ahead of him.
Roger is one of our own. He’s a familiar face in our little community, a friend to many, and someone who has spent his career helping keep others safe.
Now it’s our turn to show up for him. ❤️
There are several ways to help Roger and his family:
❤️ GoFundMe:
https://gofund.me/d16deb056
❤️ Memorial Oregon:
https://www.memorialoregon.com/
IMPORTANT: When donating through Memorial Oregon, please note that your donation is for “Roger Birkeland” or “Arlington Crew Member” so it is directed to Roger.
❤️ Venmo:
Kaydance Birkeland — -Birkeland
We have included Kaydance’s Venmo QR code in the photos on this post. Please put “For Roger Birkeland” in the Venmo note so it is clear that your donation is for Roger.
Every donation, no matter the amount, helps. If you aren’t able to donate, please consider sharing this post. A share, a prayer, a kind word, or simply keeping Roger, Tammie, and their family in your thoughts means more than you know.
Roger stopped that day because someone needed help.
Now Roger needs us.
This is what small communities do. We take care of our people. ❤️
Roger, Tammie, and family — your Big River family and this entire community are behind you.
We’re pulling for you, Roger. ❤️