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Richard Rogers Obituary
He was born April 25, 1970, in Skowhegan, the son of Gaylon E. and Pamela J. (Bickford) Rogers.
He attended Westbrook High School and graduated in 1991. Richard worked at the L.C. Dill Center and was a member of the Special Olympics. Richard had many hobbies and interests including dancing, writing, singing, fishing, four-wheeling, slots, WWE, parties and the Special Olympics.
Richard is survived by his mother, Pamela (Bickford) Vanorse of Rockland; father, Gaylon Rogers and fantastic stepmother Sharron Rogers of Norridgewock; three brothers, Bill Damon and wife Jen of Stonington and Norridgewock, Chad Pomelow and wife Debbie of Wasilla, Alaska, and Todd Pomelow and wife Tanya of Fairfield; four sisters, Linda Damon of Canaan, Beth Pearl and husband Ed of Rome, Jody Coombs and husband Mike of Skowhegan, and Shelli Rogers and Shanna Brown of Norridgewock; special nieces Mel Damon and Beanie Damon; nephews Billy Jr., Cody and Travis Coombs; special friend "Porker"; special aunts Paula and Debbie; uncles Bill, John and Merle Lewis; and many other family and friends.
He was predeceased by his grandmothers, Fern Lund and Margaret Rogers; grandfathers Lauris Bickford and Payson Rogers; stepfathers Ira Damon Jr. and Harold Dodge; brother Ira Damon III; and a cousin, Jake Brown.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17, at Sunset View Cemetery in Norridgewock.
In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations in Ricky Rogers' name to Special Olympics, c/o Skills Inc., P.O. Box 65, St. Albans, ME 04971.
Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan & Scott's Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan, ME 04976.
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amanda bickford
September 15, 2011
you will be missed very much...you always had a big ol smile on that face and your laugh will never be forgotten..we love you very much. will never forget the times we had in west brook..
amanda bickford
September 15, 2011
i will NEVER forget you rickey... we had alot of good times when you lived in westbrook with your mom.. i will miss you so much. you always had a smile on your face and it will never be forgotten....WE LOVE YOU!!!!!
Mary & Kenny True
September 15, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Penny & Randy French
September 15, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Shelli Rogers
September 15, 2011
RIP Rick. You are the most wonderful and amazing person that I have ever met in my life. You where so full of life and love. I will forever miss you, your laugh and love. Until we meet again my loving brother. You are the BEST.
Mavis Gallagher
September 15, 2011
so sorry for your loss, but you know he's happy and healthy now. cherish your memories.
Mavis Gallagher
September 15, 2011
so sorry for your loss, but you know he's happy and healthy now. cherish your memories.
Michelle & Timothy Weatherford
September 15, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
marie frederick
September 15, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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