Robert Rogers

Robert Rogers

Robert Rogers Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hippensteel Funeral Home, Inc. on Feb. 28, 2026.
Robert Rogers, 76, of Lafayette, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026 at his home with his sister and brother-in-law by his side. He was born on January 13, 1950 in Lafayette to the late Robert and Letha (Farner) Rogers.

Robert attended Mount Hope Church in Lafayette. He enjoyed fishing, playing poker with his friends, spending time with his family, watching soap operas with his sister, Sue, and watching wrestling.

Robert is survived by his sons, Shawn Rogers and James Robert Rogers; sister Sue Crider; niece, Beth Kent; and seven grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Clevenger and Jeanne Hoard.

A Celebration of Life for Robert will be held at a later date.

"Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men." - Matthew 4:19

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