Thomas J. Rogers

Thomas J. Rogers, 73, of Newington passed away Saturday, December 30, 2023 surrounded by his family. Thomas was the son of the late Ralph and Mary Rogers. Born in New Britain he was a Postal Clerk for the United States Postal Service in Kensington for over 30 years. He was a devout parishioner of St. Mary's Parish in Newington for many years serving as an Usher for many of those years. Tom was married to his beloved wife Sandra-Jo (Lombardo) Rogers for 33 years. When Tom wasn't at work he loved to be out thrifting at flea markets, fishing, rooting for the Red Sox and the UCONN girls basketball team, traveling to Maine or Florida to spend time with his friends and family.

Tom was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, he leaves behind his wife, Sandra-Jo Rogers, his children Scott and wife Julie Rogers of Wethersfield, Michael Rogers of Kensington, and Melissa Rogers and partner Sylvester Umunna of Kensington. His grandchildren, Joseph, Robert, and Tenley Rogers and Michael Umunna. He also leaves his first wife, Linda Rogers of Kensington, his sister-in-law Nanci Salzillo of Bristol, his brother Dr. James Rogers and wife Elizabeth of Farmington, his nephews Eric and Justin Rogers, and many beloved cousins. Along with his parents Tom is also predeceased by his step daughter Lisa Liscomb. Tom was a supportive, warm, energetic friend and will be deeply missed by all those who knew him.

Relatives and friends are invited to call on Friday, January 5, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Duksa Family Funeral Homes at Newington Memorial, 20 Bonair Ave., Newington. A Funeral Service will begin Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. at Newington Memorial, a Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Church, 626 Willard Ave., Newington. Thomas will be laid to rest in West Meadow Cemetery. To share a memory with the family please visit us at www.duksa.net.