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James ROGERS Obituary
Survivors are his daughter, Erin D. Rogers; brother, Rymer "Woozy" Rogers Jr.; sisters, Donna Rogers Stanworth, Beverly Rogers Stanworth, Melaney Rogers Jenkins, and Tara Rogers Shupe; granddaughter, Morgan Lee Stoops; numerous nieces, nephews, and too many friends to count.
Jimmy's life will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, in downtown Hampton. The family will receive friends at the home following the service.
The family wishes expressions of sympathy to take the form of contributions to the Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughters, P.O. Box 2156, 601 Children's Lane, Norfolk, VA 23507.
Arrangements are by R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, 245 S. Armistead Ave., in Hampton, 757-723-3191 View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for James ROGERS
December 7, 2010
Hello my dear, it is Christmas Time and we sure did have a great time having the open house for family and friends. Years later I sit here and reflect on the happy times of my life. We opened the door and always opened our hearts. I love you, I will forever miss you and will always carry you with me. Merry Christmas to an incredible person in my life..Love Andrea
Penney Martin
November 18, 2010
To the Rogers family. I have known JImmy since the days of Buckroe Jr High. I can remember being at JImmy's just having fun. He always said his house was Hazels, home of the Fast Fords. He was one of my first dance partners at Willis. Always such a gentlemen with a little hint of mischief. I always loved Jimmy. I am so sorry his life was cut so short. Please accept my sincere sympathy. Blessings,
Sheila Stanley
November 17, 2010
Ruth, Erin & Morgan
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort and peace from those who loved Jimmy and our Heavenly Father. Although we didn't know him personally, we know you so that makes him a great person too!! Looking forward to seeing you guys over the holidays!! With much love, Debbie & Sheila
Pam & George Dickerson
November 15, 2010
We are so sorry to hear the news of Jimmy’s passing. Please accept our condolences and know that our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Jimmy touched a lot of lives and will be missed by everyone who knew him. May fond memories provide comfort to you all.
Norm Martel
November 14, 2010
I've known Jimmy for over 35 years. He taught me a lot about fishing and how to throw darts! For a time we were room-mates, and he was best man at my wedding. Bubba, you were loved and you will be missed.
Rhonda Murphy
November 12, 2010
I am thinking of you all and praying for you daily. Erin, you know I love you.
Gloria Askew-Armistead
November 12, 2010
Heartfelt sympathies to the Rogers Family. Wonderful memories from Francis Asbury and Buckroe Jr. High. Jimmy was a wonderful person and friend.
Donna Stanworth
November 12, 2010
THE BROKEN CHAIN
We little knew the day that
God was going to call your name,
In life we loved you dearly,
in death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you,
but in God we put our trust,
In times as difficult as this,
faith is such a must.
You left us peaceful memories,
your love is still our guide,
And though we cannot see you,
you are always at our side.
Our family chain is broken,
and nothing seems the same,
But as God calls us one by one,
the chain will link again.
--Ron Tranmer
Roy Stutts, jr.
November 11, 2010
Jimmy,Condolences to family,and friends,I was one of your 7 grade Buckroe class mates
we had some great times back in school,I will miss you peace to you and will see you someday so keep the water smooth and the wind at your back God Bless
Roy Stutts
Sandy & George Owen
November 11, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
cindy burks
November 11, 2010
~ I am so very sorry to read that Jimmy passed! He was a fun guy thats for sure! Hampton will miss him.
Beverly Rogers Stanworth
November 11, 2010
You are loved and will be missed by all,give Mom and Dad a big hug and kiss for us.
Patty Sutton Karalfa
November 10, 2010
I will miss you Jimmy!! You were a big part of my life growing up!!Thanks for being you!! Love you!!
JoAnn and Jim Whitson
November 10, 2010
We meet Jimmy about 10 years ago when we moved onto Barron and we became close friends. We will miss him sitting in the "Shed" watching NASCAR on Sunday afternoons. He taught the Jim how to fish for Cobia. He was a special friend.
November 10, 2010
You will be missed as a Great Friend. -Curt Meeks and family.
fran davis
November 10, 2010
my though and prayers go out to jimmys family, ihaven't seen in years. but still rember you all, rest in peace jimmy , i know you ,bernie ray, and dorene, are together again you will be missed. love you
Brenda Kincaid
November 10, 2010
Erin, bev,Donna and the entire family we are deeply sorry for your loss. May God bless you and give you peace and strength during this time. Brenda and Brian Kincaid
Carolyn Kittrell
November 10, 2010
Woozy,Donna,Beverly,Melaney and Tara,
Growing up together was such
fun at your house.Jimmy was such a happy guy.I remember watching him at the Buckrow dances.He could really dance.We would all come over to your house and hang out. Jimmy was blessed to have such a wonderful family.I know he will be missed.Charish the times you spent together.(Racing !! camping,and of course any kind of boating, Jimmy was there.
Take comfort in knowing that he was loved by so many of his friends too.
My prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Carolyn Rodgers kittrell
(was Haight)
PAMELA LAWRENCE
November 10, 2010
I WIL MISS FISHING AND SINGING ALAN JACKSON AND REBA MCENTIRE SONGS WITH YOU. REST IN PEACE MY DEAR FRIEND. YOU WILL BE MISSED!!!
Arthur Stewart
November 10, 2010
Wish all Jimmy's family my sympathy and condolences.
November 10, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of sorrow. Jimmy will be missed by everyone that knew him. May the memories bring you comfort.
Ray & Michelle Lewis
vera staffon
November 10, 2010
I will always remember Jimmy he was great person and lots of fun one summer I had a broke leg he would call and check on me . told me I needed to get out of the house some took me out on his boat high tide when we left so it was pretty easy to get me and my broke leg on boat I remember being on pain pills seasick setting on a cooler with a fishing pole sawing Jimmy I got another fish he didn't catch any that day. When we got back that day it was low tide he had the hardest getting me off that boat I knew Jimmy about 14 years from Jacks his parties and his friendship He will be missed Thought and prayer to his family I,ll never forget he called me Sugarplum Vera Staffon
MANZY
November 10, 2010
Peace be with you all. Realy a nice fellow.
Dennis Maples
November 9, 2010
Great cousin, friend....couldn't help but have a good time being in his company. Will be missed by everyone that knew him...
Jack Carter
November 9, 2010
I have known Jimmy for 58 years I guess since Francis Asbury elementary school and Buckroe Junior High School. Always a great friend to me, good memories and lots of fun.
Pamela Lawrence
November 9, 2010
I have know Jimmy since I was about 23 years old. We went fishing, crabbing, and I sun bathed on his floating dock and spent many evenings singing county songs. I will miss you very much. You were always good to everyone and your the salt of the earth. Rest well my friend.
Erin Rogers
November 9, 2010
I already miss my Daddy so much. I thank everyone for all the warmth and love. I hope everyone is ready to hear some great fishing stories this Saturday.
Rita Gregory-Hall
November 9, 2010
I have known Jimmy for 35+ years and have many wonderful memories of our fun times together before you moved to Hampton River and so many years after. You will be missed my friend. I'm sure you and the Jack's crew that have gone before you are sharing some wonderful stories! My thoughts and prayers are with your family. RIP Jimmy.
Tom Lawrence
November 9, 2010
Jimmy,thanks. Thanks for everything you gave me and my family. You are and always will be very special to me,my wife and my kids. We shall meet up again Jimmy, and may the wind always be at your back. Forever, the Lawrence family. Tom Lawrence. Lincoln,Ne.
Myra Thompson
November 9, 2010
I will always remember Jimmy's smiling face and enthusiasm during the Cobia tournaments and how fascinated he was at seeing us extract otolith from the Cobia. May God be with you at your time of grief.
Joe Grist
November 9, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jimmy's family and friends. Numerous members of our fisheries staff at VMRC knew Jimmy personally and we will all miss him dearly.
christina bowman
November 9, 2010
erin, you and your family are in my prayers. i am sorry for your lose. may god be with you in theses troubled times.
Brenda Tibbitt Purnell
November 9, 2010
Tara, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.We love you! Brenda, Doug and kids
Taken at Rita & Bob Browns wedding
Leigh Crews Pritt
November 9, 2010
I will always love Jimmy and remember how nice he was to us kids when we were growing up and after we were grown. He had the best Bay Days Parties and he loved my mom's deviled eggs and potatoe salad. She made sure he had them for the party every year.He will be forever in our hearts.Jimmy you and my mom take care of each other.Peace & Love to you and your family. Leigh Crews Pritt
George and Angie Salyers
November 9, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers to the entire family and friends. George and Jimmy go way back and will be very missed.
George and Angie Salyers
June Lawrence
November 9, 2010
May God Bless and keep you in his eternal care Jimmy. My thoughts and prayers are with the family in their time of sorrow. RIP Jimmy.
November 9, 2010
I've known Jimmy for 30 years and he was one of the nicest kindest people I have ever met. He was one of my dearest friends who always had time for everyone. He will be dearly missed. I feel priviledged to have known him. My sympathy and condolences to the family.
Donna Moore Smith
Lisa Teichmann, Frank Kent, Forrest and Tanner
November 9, 2010
We had such a good time this summer with Jimmy, it had been a few years and my whole family enjoyed our visits so much. As I know Jimmy did too! He worked us like dogs and we didn't mind at all! We love and will miss you dearly Jimmy, I'll see ya after awhile.
November 9, 2010
Booney & I were honored to have hosted the H.C.C.T. for Jimmy June of 2010. We won't let you down in the years to come, Jimmy. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Rogers family.
He was our friend, a dear friend. Give a great big hug to Footsie & Shirley.
Booney & Dana
November 9, 2010
I met Jimmy when I was 18 years old. I was fishing offshore with my then "boss" Lee Green who was sales manager at Willoughby Boats in Norfolk. We ran across Jimmy at rudee inlet Lee had known Jimmy for years before. Jimmy had his 29' Uniflite at Rudee for a week and had been fishing offshore by himself everyday. I thought he was the coolest cat ever. Jimmy became a friend like he did with everyone. I cant count how many good friends I have now that I can associate back to Jimmy. He was a fixture in Hampton. He will be missed by many. Jimmy is the only guy I know that started a fishing tournament that has continued for so many years. That is a true testimony to his many friendships. R.I.P. Jimmy
John Bishop,
SAM PERRY
November 9, 2010
JIMMY WAS A GOOD FRIEND.HE CARED ABOUT ALL THE PEOPLE THAT KNEW HIM
Jim & Brend Dunevant
November 9, 2010
Brenda and I saw Jimmy last Xmas for the first time in about 30Yrs. We met his daughter and grandaughter. We talked about good times that we shared as teenagers. Jimmy was a great friend. Goodbye old buddy, we will miss you.
Jimmy and Brenda Dunevant
Brenda Liverman-Curran
November 9, 2010
Jimmy has been my best friend for 53 years. He was the most loving caring person I have ever known and I will miss him dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and I feel bless to have had Jimmy in my life.
November 9, 2010
Jimmy was the nicest friend I ever had and my life and will always be in my heart.I wish all Jimmy's family my sympathy and condolences.
Charlie Roberson
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