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Michael J. "Mike" Rodgers. 57, of McKeesport, passed away Wednesday, December 20, 2023. He was born July 5, 1966 in McKeesport and is the son of Patricia (Arnold) Rodgers of McKeesport, and the late Mike Rodgers. Mike worked as a contractor many years, serving many local businesses with any painting & wall papering needs. He was also an incredible handyman - he could study the make and logistics of any project and be able to duplicate or fix whatever it was that needed fixed. In his free time, he enjoyed boating, riding motorcycles, but especially spending time with his grandsons. In addition to his mother, Mike is survived by his wife, Amy Jean (Elkin) Rodgers of Pittsburgh; daughter, Tiffany Marie Rodgers of McKeesport; son, Michael Paul Rodgers of McKeesport; grandsons, Brendon, Trenten, Kadin, Noah, and Eli; and his siblings, Dave Rodgers of McKeesport, Tommy Rodgers of McKeesport, and Kelly Rodgers-Schafer of Virginia Beach, VA; along with many nieces and nephews. Friends are welcome Saturday, December 23, 2023 from 12-3pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
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6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, PA 15135

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