Lela Rogers Obituary
Lela Ann Rogers, 61 of Oden, AR passed away April 29, 2025, in Hot Springs, AR with family and dear friends by her side. Lela was born February 22, 1964, in Dumas, AR to Floyd Dale Singleton and Mary (McCarty) Ratliff. Lela is preceded in death by her husband Bubby Rogers, stepdad MC Ratliff, maternal grandparents Kirby and Clovie Singleton, and a special friend Pam Bishop.
Lela is survived by her mother Mary (McCarty) Ratliff, brother-in-law Robert Rogers, adopted daughter Chelsie Pearson, lady friends that were like sisters, Gail Burdine, Pam Christenberry, a very special little girl in her life that was like a granddaughter Scarlett Pearson, host of other family and friends that was also like family to her.
Life Celebration will be at a later date. Arrangement under the direction of Thornton Funeral Home in Mount Ida, AR. Guest register at www.thorntonfh.com.
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211 Luzerne Street, Mount Ida, AR 71957
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