Martin John Rogers

1949 - 2025

Martin John Rogers

May 6, 1949 - July 23, 2025

COSSAYUNA, NY – Martin John Rogers, 76, of Cossayuna, New York, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. Marty was a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, whose kind heart and good humor will be deeply missed.

Born on May 6, 1949, in Cooperstown, New York, he was the son of the late Raymond Sherman Rogers and Dorothy Martin Rogers. He was raised in Milford, New York, by his parents and maternal grandmother, Helen Martin.

Marty married Eileen Brophy on June 27, 1992, and they shared 26 years of loving marriage until Eileen's passing in 2018.

An avid outdoorsman throughout his life, Marty enjoyed camping, canoeing, hunting, and fishing. He loved spending time in the Adirondacks and learning about the region's rich history. He was a member of the Captain Maxson Post 634 American Legion in Cambridge, NY, and a former member of the Upper Hudson Beagle Club in Thurman, NY.

Marty graduated from Milford Central School in 1967 and earned his associate degree in mechanical engineering from SUNY Morrisville in 1969. He proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1970 to 1971. He retired as a machine operator from SCA Tissue in Middle Falls, New York, in 2015.

Marty will be lovingly remembered by his children, Caitlin Piacentini (Thomas) and Grayson Rogers; his grandchildren, Molly and Tess Piacentini; and many dear friends. He is also survived by his former wife and mother of his children, Judith Flagg; his half-sister, Roberta Prettyman; his niece, Dori Butler (Charlie); and nephews, Matthew and Gary Prettyman.

In addition to his wife and parents, Marty was predeceased by his sister, Nancy McCane; his brother-in-law, James Prettyman; and his nephew, Zachary Prettyman.

Marty's family and friends will hold a private celebration of life in his honor.

To express your sympathy or share a memory of Marty, please visit www.gariepyfuneralhomes.com. The McClellan-Gariepy Funeral Home, Inc., Salem, NY, is assisting the family with arrangements.