Barry Rogers Obituary
Barry K Rogers passed in his sleep on the morning of June 21, 2023, at his home in American Fork Utah. Barry succumbed to cancer that he'd been battling for a few months.
Barry was the 5th child born to Mary (Welbourne) & Cletus Rogers. He was born and raised in Alamosa Colorado and was looking forward to his 50-year high school reunion this summer. He and his wife, Julye L (Parker) Rogers, recently celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary.
He is survived by his wife, Julye; son, Dan Robinson; 3 grandsons - Parker, Cory & Deravo; 1 granddaughter - Ella; 2 sisters - Gayle (Harold) Lewis, Peggy Dunn; 2 brothers - Steve (Kadi) Rogers, Kirk Rogers; brother-in-law, David (Elaine) Parker; many nieces & nephews, grand-nieces & nephews, and great-grandnieces & nephews, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, as well as a sister, Sharon, and a brother, Donald (who died at birth).
Barry was meticulous and liked things done correctly, which made him a good employee for his job as a land surveyor for over 30 years. While in that job he worked on many job sites throughout Utah for highway construction and housing subdivisions.
In the past few years, he drove a semi-truck. He traveled and drove over the road for Pride Transport Inc. More recently, he moved over to DST Distributors Inc. He spent many hours hauling various products in the Utah Valley area. He enjoyed driving trucks and appreciated how supportive DST was, especially most recently as he dealt with his health issues.
He was a Ham Radio operator for years and enjoyed connecting with other operators all over the country.
He was also a train enthusiast and could spend hours considering various ways to set up his model trains. One of his last summers in the San Luis Valley he treasured the time spent with his family riding the Cumbers and Toltec train from Antonito to Chama.
He loved his family immensely and took every opportunity possible to be with them. His family loved him as well. Uncle Barry, or Buster as some called him, was a favorite among all of the kids.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 21 @ 4 p.m. in Manassa Colorado at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All friends and family are invited to attend. A memorial will be held in Utah on August 5, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Julye's home.
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Jacob Shelley
July 6, 2023
Barry was a great man. Very dependable. I had the privilege of teaching him our new software at DST so I got to ride with him for a couple days while he learned it. He spoke of his family often. Anytime I'd go on a trip to Colorado we would talk about it and he'd have great tips on places to explore and things to do. He was always keen to do things the right way even if doing it digitally wasn't his go-to. We had hoped that Barry would overcome like he had with Covid and make it back to work. Hearing of his passing sent shockwaves through our staff and customers that he regularly worked with. He was always kind and well liked here.
David Corbett
July 4, 2023
Barry has always been a great friend since our family moved to Alamosa, Colorado in 1971. He and his siblings and parents are dear friends. I´m so sad he´s gone, I had so much to share with him about Thailand and yet everyday I know he´s with his wonderful parents now. God be with you Barry till we meet again. We will forever cherish the great memories and great times together my brother.
Dana Christensen Crawford
July 3, 2023
Barry was one of my brother, Andy's, best friends many years ago. We all worked together at Kentucky Fried Chicken in Alamosa. I always felt included in the fun things they did during that time. I have many happy memories. I am sure that Barry and Andy are having a great reunion now
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Don and Gloria
July 3, 2023
The Rogers Family are special people. God Bless you all until you meet again. Sending our love. Don Vance Family
Shane Mast
July 3, 2023
I Met Barry, at a job that we both shared together. From there we talked weekly sometimes daily back and forth talking about the daily grind.
I found myself just the other day wanted to pick up the phone and talk to my friend. I sure will miss him. Until we meet again my friend. Condolences to his family at this time.
Shane Mast
Nolan Hathcock
July 2, 2023
I moved to Alamosa in 1965 from Monte Vista. I met Barry in the Alamosa Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints that summer. We attended Evans Intermediate School that fall and became lifetime friends. Along with several other close friends we had many adventures growing up in the San Luis Valley. Barry was a very loyal and caring friend. I love Barry like a brother along with the rest of our circle of friends. We will certainly miss him. I look forward to the time when I know we will meet again.
Dave Parker
July 2, 2023
Barry truly loved my sister, and was the perfect husband for her. He took good care of her, and that's why I'll always love him. Godspeed Barry! Save me a good seat!!
James Alexander
July 2, 2023
I met Barry for the first time in 1977 in Provo while attending BYU. We've been friends ever since. We cruised in his car together, participated in all kinds of events and did all the things young people do together at college.
His belief in Jesus Christ and his love of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints led him to serve in the organizations of the church his whole life. Always faithful in his duties and callings.
He had a great sense of humor and was a great patriot.
When I moved from Massachusetts back to Provo in 1988 to open a business he was there to encourage me when things were tough.
We moved back to Massachusetts in 1990 and have always been in touch all those years since. He was a true friend.
God bless you Julie and your family.
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