Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Jack ROGERS Obituary
In the early hours of Saturday, September 9th, Jack C. Rogers, 65-year resident of north Spokane ended his battle to be forever young. His wife of 71 years, Fran, and his oldest daughter Nancy were at his side when he drew his last breath. Jack had an amazing life of 94 years!
He was born in San Diego, June 25th, 1923, a child of the Great Depression. Jack grew up in Seattle and was a star athlete on the tumbling squad at Roosevelt High School. Soon after WWII began, he enlisted in the Army. As Second-in-Command of a landing craft division, he participated in multiple landings under enemy fire during the New Guinea campaign, including the liberation of Manila. Jack was among the first occupation troops that landed in the Japanese home islands.
Peacetime brought him back to Seattle where he met the love of his life, Frances McKenney. They were married April 26th, 1946. Jack attended Cornish Art School and became a commercial artist in the advertising industry. He and his young family moved to Spokane in 1952.
Jack helped start the SFCC Art Dept. and remained on the faculty until quite recently. He shared his passion for art with everyone! He also taught at Northwest Christian School for 15 years while 9 grand- children and 3 great-grandchildren attended. He was still painting and teaching up until the last week of his life.
He never gave up! It was just his personality! He hiked to the top of all the area mountains, including Mt. Rainier, ran marathons, biked across the state and ran every Bloomsday to date.
Jack is survived by his wife Fran, son Dan (Kate) Rogers, daughter Nancy (Gene) Sykes, and Heather (Jay) Allemani. 12 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son Lee (Becky) Rogers.
Many who knew Jack Rogers have been influenced in some way by his passion for life, love of art, and his never ending drive to push you to find the best in yourself. His legacy will live on. Absent from the body but present with The Lord.
Celebration of Life, Saturday, September 23rd, 2017, 1:00 PM Whitworth Presbyterian Church, 312 W. Hawthorne Rd., Spokane, WA 99218.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Jack ROGERS
6 Entries
Barbara Groffman
September 20, 2017
Because of Jack our daughter Alice discovered a love of art and it grows. His influences even in his 90s cannot be matched. Our condolences to Fran and the rest of the family
Rodger Hartman
September 20, 2017
Best teacher I ever Had. 1966, 67, 68. I became an Illustrator, Graphic Designer, Cinematographer, animator and photographer for PBS, CBS, HBO and faculty at SFCC for 34 years
Darin Branting
September 20, 2017
Jack was a model of creativity and life! I will always admire and fondly remember him that way. Thank you, Jack, for all the help training art students, teaching them to really see. On behalf of my family, thank you Mr. Rogers.
Ron Turner
September 18, 2017
Grateful to you for "finishing the course" with style. Comforting to know that you'll be waiting for us at the Finish Line!
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
September 17, 2017
Thank you for your service to our country. Rest in peace.
Wendy Henneman
September 17, 2017
I am sad to see the passing of Jack. In the 80's, Jack was my art teacher and mentor. He was an honest, soft spoken man, with a kind heart.
Showing 1 - 6 of 6 results
Make a Donation
in Jack ROGERS's name
Memorial Events
for Jack ROGERS
People and places connected with Jack
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Jack's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Jack ROGERS's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
