Newark, Delaware, USA
Died April 1, 2020
Age 75
The Rev. Hilary John Rodgers, a retired priest who “was dearly loved by the people he served over his many years of ministry,” died April 1, 2020, from complications of COVID-19.
Source: Cecil Daily
Obituary
Father Hilary (J.Ronald) Rodgers, answered God’s final call April 1, 2020. He was born in Newburgh, NY on October 30, 1944, son of the late Felix C. and Agnes Gillespie Rodgers…
He taught Choral Music and Music Theory at St. Francis Prep, Lafayette, NJ and was an organizer of the first Sussex County High School Band and Chorus Association. He also conducted the first “Sing Out Beacon” program affiliated with the “Up With People” movement…
Published on Times Herald-Record
“It was a honor and a true privilege to be one of your brother’s caregivers. I will miss him so very much but, I will miss most of all his smile, laugh and my daily blessings that he gave me. My thoughts, prayers and love are with you at this most difficult time. If you need anything please let me know. God Bless”
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