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David Rogers Obituary
He graduated from Greer Technical College in Chicago, Ill., and Danville Technical Community College. He retired from Danville Community College in 1992 as an Associate Professor of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration.
He was a former member of the Martinsville Recreation Department and coached Little League baseball and basketball. He was also a former Boy Scout Leader at Chatham Heights Baptist Church; he was a former member of the UCT and the American Legion. He was a life-long member of the Martinsville Elks Lodge and served as Exalted Ruler twice and was elected as Virginia State Elks President in 1992 to 1993. He served in other capacities of the Elks as chairman of the Hoop Shoot for many years and the Elks Youth Camp.
He served in the Korean Conflict and received a Purple Heart.
He was a member of First United Methodist Church, Martinsville, and served on the Property Committee and the Senior Unlimited Group and Usher Board.
Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Adelene Shelton Rogers, of the home; his daughter, Marla Lynn Rogers, of Martinsville; and three sons, Steven Kent Rogers, of Rowlett, Texas, Greg Lee Rogers, of Snow Camp, N.C., and Richard Neal Rogers, of Martinsville; one brother, Charles Rogers, of Estero, Fla.; five grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, April 28, 2010, at the First United Methodist Church of Martinsville with Pastor Ron Mateer and the Rev. Sarah Whitmore officiating. Burial will follow in Roselawn Burial Park. The family will receive friends at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Martinsville Chapel on Tuesday, April 27, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. and other times at the home.
Memorials may be made to Hospice of Memorial Hospital, 320 Hospital Drive, Martinsville, Va. 24112, Martinsville and Henry County Diabetes Foundation Inc., P.O. Box 3389, Martinsville, Va. 24115-3389, Alzheimer's Association, 308 Craighead Street, Suite 104, Danville, Va. 24541, or to the First United Methodist Church, 146 East Main Street, Martinsville, Va. 24112.
Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home of Martinsville is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.collinsmckeestone.com
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Memories and Condolences
for David Rogers
May 6, 2010
Marla so very sorry to hear of the passing of your daddy, yet I know that he was a good man from all your comments about him I pray that the lord blesses your family at this time and would like for you to know that I morn with you and your family for this loss I will remember you in my prayers love to you your friend- Roxanne (Asheboro, NC)
Jessica Rogers
April 30, 2010
Grandpa, I love you forever and will miss you always. You are in my heart forever.
David Vogelsong
April 29, 2010
Dave was a good man who will be greatly missed. He loved that Elk's boys camp and spent years keeping it up. I am so glad he got me the job working there as a camp counselor. That was the best job I ever had. Dave was like a second dad to me. I will miss him.
Kevin Hubbard
April 29, 2010
As a friend of Jessica, my heart and feelings go out to the family. You are in my mind and in my prayers. My condolences to the family and may God bless you and keep you strong.
April 28, 2010
Mrs. Rogers,So very sorry for your lost,for all our lost. Mr. Rogers was a great man and a great teacher and will be remembered for a long time to come by the many students,he helped with career and life.I think of him often and the fun we had with him in his early years at D.C.C. and our early years at life,there are too many to tell and every student would have great story. Daddy Dave as he was to me will always be in my heart and the lessons he taught in my head,Sorry again Sonny Shelton class of 72 DCC
Bear Gee
April 28, 2010
Dave was one of my teachers at DCC and we had a good time together! I would have service calls at DCC and I'd always gather up Dave and take him with me just to give him a hard time and we'd laugh! At least now he's getting some great rest! I'll pray for the family that you'll get rest in Jesus!
Billy Thompson
April 27, 2010
My prayers go out to the whole Rogers family.Dave was my scout master,neighbor,and instructor.
His family and he were a part of my life.GOD bless you all.
Linda Wood Moore
April 27, 2010
To the family...my parents lived near you when you were in Ridgeway...and my memories of Dave and Adelene are amongst my favorite of growing up. I babysat for them...and Mom kept "little Steve" when he was just a baby. There's a great picture of Dave and Adelene with Mom in the photo gallery. My favorite memory...Dave singing "Waltzing Matilda" as he danced Adelene around the living room with this wonderful smile on his face! Quite a guy and a special person to have had in your lives. My thoughts are with you all...but what wonderful memories you have to share with one another.
Woody McCain
April 27, 2010
Rest in Peace, my good friend.
Mark Bryant
April 27, 2010
Dave was my mentor and a good friend. He will be missed.
Marie VonCannon
April 27, 2010
Marla,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Ya'll are in my thoughts and prayers.
April 27, 2010
Marla - we are so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our prayers.
Randy, Christy, Jacob and Karlyn Hall
Lorine Ward
April 27, 2010
Marla, As you know, I am living in Savannah Georgia. Thank you for sending me the obit. I thought the world and all of your dad. He was a wonderful person. I know that anyone knowing him is deeply sorrowed by his passsing. My condolences to your mom and you. My heart and thoughts will be with you in this time of sorrow.
Love,
Lorine
Janet Rogers
April 27, 2010
Uncle Dave was someone very special. I miss his smile and wonderful hugs. He leaves behind a legacy of love and caring. I am so grateful to have been part of his family. My love and prayers to all of you.
Tom Underwood
April 26, 2010
Dave will be remembered as a true "American Gentleman" His support and loyalty to youth, the Elks, and the Youth Camp will not be forgotten. Rest well.
Tom Underwood, Charlottesville
April 26, 2010
Marla and Family, we all are remembing your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Love
Dianne Fowler and Family
Charlie & Jane Field
April 26, 2010
Dave will always be energetic and smiling in our memories and our hearts. What an honor to have known him during this lifetime.
Alene and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Wonderful thoughts will be with you and knowing that Dave is at peace will lighten your hearts.
Dr. Claude Moore
April 26, 2010
Dave was a great colleague of mine at Danville Community College for many years before he retired. He was a good friend and a wonderful man.
Dave Benoit
April 26, 2010
To all of Dave's family,
I only had the pleasure of meeting Dave once, but he did make it quite clear to me his love of the Virginia Elks Youth Camp.
I had never realized that Dave was born in West Springfield, Massachusetts (about 50 miles west of where I was born in Worcester, and about 50 miles east of where I now live in Dalton). I heard so many stories about Dave, and only can wish that I had gotten to know him better.
My prayers and thoughts are with the entire family.
Dave Benoit, PER (Charlottesville #389)
PSP Virginia Elks Youth Camp
Rob Alger
April 26, 2010
Very sorry for your loss, your family will be in our prayers
Lynnette Kyle
April 26, 2010
Dave was one of the nicest men I have ever met - he always had a ready smile when I saw him at the Elks Lodge - we have missed him so much up there. I am glad he is in a better place now. He will never be forgotten.
Shirley Martin
April 26, 2010
Praying for you and your family
Candace Hall
April 26, 2010
Remembering you and your family in my Prayers
Annette Craig
April 26, 2010
Your family is in my prayers. If you or your family needs anything just call.
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