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Charles Rogers Obituary
On Wednesday, February 26, Corky Rogers, loving husband, father, and papa passed away at the age of 76.
Charles "Corky" Buxton Rogers IV was born on December 19, 1943, in Bay City, Michigan to Charles Buxton Rogers III and Margaret Sennett Rogers. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from Georgia Tech where he played football. He spent 45 years as a head football coach for Lee High School and the Bolles School where he became the most successful coach in the history of Florida, finishing his illustrious career with 465 wins and 10 state championships.
He is survived by his wife Linda, his two daughters Tracy Rogers White (Keith), Jennifer Rogers Drawdy (Clint), and his six grandchildren, Sidney Morgan Yost, Mason Parker Yost, Sennett Rogers Drawdy, Price Hamilton Drawdy, Mae Marshall Drawdy, and Shelby Lera Drawdy.
Corky will be remembered for his impact on the countless lives over many decades and his legacy will live on for generations. He was a fierce competitor, loyal friend, and a kind soul who pushed everyone to be better than they thought they could be on and off the field.
Over the years he loved spending time with his family, playing competitive and recreational sports, fishing, listening to music and he relished the beach. He had an infectious smile and somehow balanced his hard nose coaching style with a deep compassion for everyone. He dedicated his life to Jesus Christ before he passed and received a peace that surpasses all understanding.
A graveside service will be held in Evergreen Cemetery 4535 Main Street on Thursday, March 5th at 12:00pm. Please enter through Gate 5. Following the service will be a celebration of life from 3-6pm at the Deerwood Country Club.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Corky's honor be made to Community Hospice of Jacksonville (www.communityhospice.com), Coaches Honor (www.coacheshonor.org) or the non-profit of your choice.
Arrangements are with Evergreen Funeral Home & Crematory 4535 Main Street Jacksonville, Florida 32206 (904) 353-3649.
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Avant Jenkins
April 2, 2025
Coach Rogers you taught me Avant Jenkins the fundamentals of life and football . God Speed Avant
Danny Ingle
March 5, 2020
Linda And Family,
Corky has been a good friend of mine for years. We played basketball and softball together together (I wasn't on his level). His Dad Chuck was a friend of mine when he was director of the recreation department. I was honored when Mr. Chester Skinner asked me to ask Corky if he would come coach at Bolles. Corky told me he was 2 years away from retirement and if the job was available then he would come. Mr. Skinner told me he understood and he could wait. The rest is history.
Danny Ingle
james Hazouri
March 5, 2020
My deepest sympathies to the wife and family of Coach Rogers. Along with Coach Ed Johnson, Coach Rogers was one of my role models as a senior from the Robert E. Lee class of 1972. Of no surprise, he was respected and revered then...even before he became famous and set all the records. I was proud to have known him and thankful for the influence he had in my life and so many others. God bless you and give you peace. James Hazouri and family.
Richard Hazouri
March 4, 2020
His great smile and the way he always spoke well of everyone will be missed by all.
Mike Farah
March 4, 2020
I had the privilege of playing and honor of Coaching under Coach Rogers. His leadership and impact is still with me today in many ways.
The ultimate was being mentored under his leadership.
Having the pleasure of fishing with Him,a true Joy.
Coach Rogers is a man that is leaving an indelible mark we will never be forgotten and is truly a part of us.
The impact he had on so many is in the hundreds if not thousands. He carried and completed a legacy that will be long remembered, not just in winning but building young men with character.
He always treated everyone with decency and respect. I loved that man and pray I can help be an extension of his legacy throughout the rest of my life in all I do.
God has a wonderful man in His arms today.
MICHELLE PAIGE
March 3, 2020
My heart was so heavy when I learned that Coach Rogers had passed. He was my favorite teacher at Lee High School. He was such a great mentor and role model for so many young people. He will be greatly missed. Rest peacefully Coach Rogers. Please accept my condolences Linda, Tracy, and Jennifer.
March 3, 2020
Linda, may your family find peace and strength, trough Gods Grace . Corky will always be remembered as a great man and friend. Mrs Talmage lee
Windy Mcgriff
March 3, 2020
Coach Rogers was a great coach and mentor well respected at Robert E lee high school my condolences to the family
Michael Styx Brown
March 2, 2020
Coach Rogers carried himself well and expected that you do the same. He provided life lessons that I still use today. He will be missed but never forgotten.
Thalia Jennings
March 2, 2020
I graduated from Lee HS 1981 Coach Rogers and Coach Barrett were people i wil never forget. Coach Rogers was well liked by students. He led our football team to a Championship! Thank you Corky Rogets for being nobody but YOU. R.I.P. You will be missed
Barbara Brooks
March 2, 2020
When a legend must leave us we must be aware of his dash no matter how he has achieved it what really matters is what marks are left behind him whether negatively or positively he was always LOVE ❤ My Condolences to the Rogers Fleming with prayers and healings Mr. Roger & Mrs Barbara Brooks Fleming Family
Ed Stopyra
March 2, 2020
My most sincere condolences to the entire Rogers family. May the many beautiful memories of this wonderful man sustain us all during this difficult time. Corky touched so many lives and shaped their character with strength, compassion, respect, and a positive attitude under all circumstances. His legacy is truly one beautiful masterpiece!
Dr. Harold L. Jones
March 2, 2020
Rest in Peace....no finer human being. Wonderful gentleman and a great coach and teacher. He lit up a room and was so caring of others. He wanted no praise for himself. Will miss him. Best to his family and a big hole to fill.....but such great memories. From Jacksonville QB Club.
Steve Edmonds
March 2, 2020
Corky was a great friend and leader of men.
He touched so many lives. He made everyone he meet a better person. It's not good bye Cork but see you later.
Min. Les
March 1, 2020
He gave a honest opinion on and on and off the field, he gave us his all. He gave his best to Jesus !!!!!#
Aldaton Youmans
March 1, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Sharon Kirkland-Vaughn
March 1, 2020
My Deepest Condolences thank you for being a great man in my life Coach
Stacey Evans
March 1, 2020
This is so heartbreaking Coach Corey Rodgers you are one of the best coaches in the world❤ I went to Lee high school graduated in 1984. You were always One of the sweetest and kindest coaches❤ You sure will be missed
Rodney L.Thomas
March 1, 2020
Rip Coach, it was an honor to have known you.
Terry Trinidad
March 1, 2020
I played for Coach from 85-87 graduated 88, at Lee. He taught me so much not just in the few years playing for him but, the years after as we seen each other from time to time. I am who I am today by the work ethic, respect for yourself and others, and dependability he naturally taught on and off the field. My Dad watched him play when he was in the Navy as he played for Baltimore. At Lee my dad worked on Coaches car at times and every time I ran into Coach Rogers he would always ask about my dad and tell me that story and say he would never forget him for that. Thats who he was a demanding Coach on the field and a kind hearted man off the field who would always remember the background not just the player but the family as well. Thank you for making me a better man away from football, a better husband, better father, and better a Poppie by the lessons I learned from 35 years ago! I know you and JD are fielding a team up in heaven that when we do meet again I hope to be a part of. My condolences to the entire Rogers family. Thank you for always giving a piece of your Dad to each of us!
Kim Wright
March 1, 2020
I have known Corky Rogers most of my life. He was a family man. He loved his girls more than anything. He will truly be missed by everyone that knew him and even the ones that knew of him. I remember the Friday nights at his house after the football games when he coached at Lee. He was well respected by all his players. I had the pleasure of babysitting for him and Linda. Those were fond memories.
Linda, Tracy, and Jennifer, Corky is at peace now. No more pain. May God Bless You and Keep You in Your Time of Sorrow. Go Rest High on that Mountain Corky. Your work on Earth is Done.
James Weeks
March 1, 2020
II grew up with corky we were neighbors for many many years I have known corky for 75 years he was a true friend we played baseball together football every sport every day it was a great childhood I'm so sorry Linda my heart goes out to you and your daughters
Eric Yost
March 1, 2020
We will all miss your smile and love for family! Thank you so much for all you have given to all of us! I am truly blessed to have had our time together! You were my 2nd father, my mentor, my friend, my partner in making so many wonderful memories that I will always cherish! Corky you were the best Papa we could have every asked for!! Thank you for touching my life and some many more! I will always love you and have a special place in my heart for you!
Susan White-Watts
March 1, 2020
Coach Rogers will forever be remembered as a General...in more ways than one.
Jud Litchfield
February 29, 2020
Went to school with Corky and played sports he was a wonderful friend and man and respected by many.
Our love and prayers are sent to the family
DARYL HAWKINS
February 29, 2020
Fine Man and Great Coach.
February 29, 2020
Corky was a wonderful man who made his life teaching our kids the same discipline and drive that our mentors on our Lee High School football team taught us--Virgil Dingman, et al. Our community will miss him and we have his family in our prayers.
Bob Cowles and Barbara Cowles
Janice Gamble
February 29, 2020
Corky was a Awesome coach, father and co-worker his smile would Light up the world, he will truly be missed Corky was one of a kind. my prayers and thoughts are with the family doing this difficult time.
Carl Cochran
February 29, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with Corky family. Just like his father he was a good person to all. Carl Cochran, LHC 1958
Linda Portlock
February 29, 2020
May God's Grace give you strength and peace. Love, Linda K. Portlock
This is Corky
Bonnie Nettles
February 29, 2020
Truly one of a kind. Corky impacted a multitude of lives in positive ways. Prayers for his amazing family, friends and all the lives touched by, through and around him. I hope that Corky and Ray are sharing stories about the good old football days in Jacksonville. Thank you Corky for making this world a better place. You will never be forgotten.
Cherlyn Bronson
February 28, 2020
May you rest in heaven Coach Rogers; and my condolences to your wife and family. Former powder puff player; Robert E Lee HS grad class of 1975.
Gordon, Holly, Mac, Sarah and Will Jones
February 28, 2020
Rest In Peace Coach Rogers. My son played football for Coach Rogers. It was his dream since he was a 1st Grader to be a QB on his team. He was like a second father to him like he was for many of his players.
He was not flashy or prone to whimsical fads. Work hard; show respect for your teammates and coaches; and focus on the things you can control. I could not think of a finer person to undertake that role for our son or me as a father. We will always cherish and appreciate all that he did for our son as well as all the players he accepted under his tutelage. He was old school but he represented and epitomized all the best characteristics of that greatest generation.
Our prayers and condolences are also extended to those in his family that survived him as well as our heartfelt thanks for sharing him with so many young men and women. May your memories of him and the recognition of all the lives that he immeasurably improved bring you comfort at this difficult time.
John Stoddard
February 28, 2020
I played sports together with Corky as a young man from city park leagues through junior and senior high school. We were very good friends in those formative years. I can honestly say that I have never met a nicer person and I consider myself blessed to have had him in my life. My heart goes out to his family in this time of sorrow for us all.
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