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Ralph Rogers Obituary
Buddy graduated from Pittsfield High School and went to work for GE, Crescent Creamery and then onto O'Connell Oil & Associates where he delivered oil for many years throughout the County, he had great joy taking care of his customers, always greeting them with that infectious smile. Which his coworkers would eventually nickname him "Jolly".
He was a hard worker and great provider for his family, Buddy enjoyed NASCAR, Classic Cars, Cleveland Browns and St. Louis Cardinals which transcended down to his children. Spending time with his family was his greatest joy and the most important thing to him. He also enjoyed spending time at the Cape and in Maine.
Buddy leaves behind his loving wife Jane E. (Murphy) Rogers of 60 years, just celebrating their anniversary on December 1st, also sons Christopher (Karen), Timothy (Rosa), Jeffrey (Karen), John, Mark (Lisa), Matthew (Shannon) and daughter Susan Rogers, his sister Sally (Rogers) Killackey, 3 nieces and 4 nephews, 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Buddy is predeceased by his parents, sister Nancy (Rogers) Whelan and his granddaughter Christina Rogers.
A Private service will be held at Dery Funeral Home, for immediate family and a burial will be set for a later date.
The Rogers Family would also like to thank Home Instead and HospiceCare in the Berkshires. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to HospiceCare in the Berkshires in care of Dery Funeral Home, 54 Bradford St., Pittsfield, MA 01201.
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Gene Salvi
January 16, 2023
I´m sorry for the loss of your husband and father. I remember him when I lived in the neighborhood many years ago and our children all played together. Much time has passed but I remember him and your family fondly.
david lee
January 10, 2023
Sorry to hear of Buddy's passing. He was a regular in the 1960's at George's Variety, my brother Jack's store. We bantered about baseball and autos in a good natured manner. A nice man!
Dennis and Michelle Teichert
January 10, 2023
To the entire Roger´s family, Michelle and I are so sorry for your loss. We were lucky enough to live across the street for 22 years. When we moved into our first home on Velma Ave in 1990 Bud was the first neighbor to come over and introduce himself with that big smile and even bigger handshake. Anything you need you come see me he would always say and he meant it. Bud would run over with his snow blower when he saw me struggle to shovel by hand until I could afford my own. But that´s the kind of guy Bud was. I will always miss our great conversations about cars from one driveway to another. I will always see his big smile and hear his laugh.
Brian Killion
January 9, 2023
I am so very sorry to learn of Ralph's passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. May all of the family keep him in your hearts.
Valarie Molleur Wicker
January 8, 2023
My deepest sympathies go out to the entire Roger Family , may you hold many Memories close, Blessings to all
Denise Messana
January 7, 2023
To the entire Rogers family, please accept my sincerest condolences in the loss of your dad/husband/brother/friend. Another angel in heaven to watch over you all. May you have many fond memories that bring smiles to your faces and keep him alive in your hearts forever.
Ken & Pat Rivers
January 7, 2023
Dear Chris, Karen and members of the Rogers family:
Ken and I send out deepest sympathy on the passing of your dad. Chris you're a product of your dad and we're so blessed to have you not only as a neighbor but a special friend. May all your special memories sustain all of you.
Bills daughters...
January 6, 2023
So sorry to Sally and the Roger's family for their loss...
Bill & Debbie Tobin Spring Hill Florida
January 6, 2023
Chris and family so sorry for your loss you are in our thoughts and prayers please accept our condolences,I always called him Buddy he was our paper boy back in the day
Jean and Larry Molleur
January 6, 2023
Sorry for your loss. We knew Ralph and family when we lived in the neighborhood. Our children were friends with their children.
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