East Lyme, CT, Connecticut
East Lyme - Carl D. "Squeaky" Rogers, age 78, of Niantic, passed away Dec. 16, 2009, at Lawrence & Memorial Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Groton on Dec. 29, 1930, the son of Riley and Christina Smith Rogers. Carl married Josephine Scotti on April 26, 1958, in Niantic.
Carl worked as an electrician for the City of Groton Utilities for 30 years.
Carl raced at the Waterford Speed Bowl. He was a member of the Quaker Hill Rod and Gun Club and the Groton Sportsmen's Club.
Besides his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Cheri Riotte and her husband, Jay, and Lisa McDowell and her husband, Bill, all of Niantic; six grandchildren, Katie and Emily Riotte and Kelly, Matthew, Michael and Liam McDowell; two brothers, Bernard and Harry Rogers; and a sister, Leslie Galczynski all of Groton; and his beloved dog, Molly.
He was predeceased by a brother, Robert; and his sisters, Christina Austin and Doris Rogers.
The family would like to give a special thanks to the ICU unit and Dr. O'Keefe and his staff on 5.1 at Lawrence & Memorial Hospital.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Byles-Groton Memorial Home, 310 Thames St., Groton. Interment will be in Starr Burying Ground. Visiting hours will be from 6 until 8 p.m. on Friday.
Donations in his memory may be directed to the Rehabilitation Unit, Lawrence & Memorial Hospital, 365 Montauk Ave., New London, CT 06320.
Aunt Jo we have many fond memories of Uncle Carl. He was always there when someone in the family needed him. All the trips he made driving everyone into McCooks for the reunions. The bothers doing projects how they ever finished one is a miracle. We will miss him he helped Dad alot with rides when Mom wasn't right. Thinking of you and the family.Luv Ya Karen Spanos
December 20, 2009
Aunt Jo, I was so sorry to hear of Uncle Carl's passing. My dad and Uncle Carl were like two peas in a pod. They really enjoyed spending time together They were always there for each other. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Lu-Ann and Roger Church
Lu-Ann Church
December 18, 2009 | Olney, MD
Aunt Jo, Lisa, Cheri & family, We are so very sorry for your loss. Uncle Carl will be missed. God Bless, Rod, Eva and Isabella
December 18, 2009 | CT
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Derrie Proctor
December 18, 2009 | East Lyme, CT
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mrs. "Mom" Rogers, The McDowell and Riotte families. May the many fond memories soften the pain of Carl's passing. I shall remember him for providing my first taste of Niantic Bay scallops. I can easily picture him, sitting in his favorite chair with a story on his lips, laughing with his dogs forever at his side. May our Savior's hand offer peace to all who knew Carl during this difficult time.
Michael Morrison
December 17, 2009 | Coventry, CT
Dear Jo,
I just wanted you to know how sorry Mary and I are to hear about Carl. As friend of Jay and Cheri I met him many times and will always remember him as a kind and gentle soul who loved his family. Mary often told me how easy he was to talk to and how welcome he made her feel whenever we were in Niantic. He will be remembered and missed for a long time to come.
Ben Breitung
December 17, 2009 | Salem, NH
Lisa, Bill and family,, I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. I are thinking of you at this difficult time. May God bless you and your family.
Judy Schofield
December 17, 2009 | New London, CT
Rest in peace Squeaky.
Don Deane
Donald Deane
December 17, 2009 | Norwich, CT
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
alicia lyons
December 17, 2009 | Ledyard, CT
