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Samuel Rogers Obituary
Samuel Brooks Rogers, 23, passed away on Sunday, October 30, 2011. He was a senior at Florida State University, majoring in Political Science and planning to attend law school next fall. Brooks was a third generation graduate of Leon High School, graduating with distinction in 2006. He was a member of the swim team and worked for a number of years as a lifeguard for the City of Tallahassee.
He is survived by his parents, Sam and Laura Rogers, brothers Donnie and Andy, paternal grandparents Sam and Mary Margaret Rogers and maternal grandmother Margaret Kilby, aunts and uncles Mike and Karol Sweeterman, Elizabeth Hirst, Ann Rogers, Doug and Lee Ann Kilby, and Brian and Traci Kilby, Eric Lingswiler, and cousins Emily Hirst, Ara Hirst, Sarah Sweeterman, Garrett Sweeterman, Emily Kilby, Evan Kilby, and Josiah Kilby. Brooks was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Donald Kilby and his uncle Steve Hirst.
Brooks had an adventurous spirit and enjoyed spending time in the Bahamas with his family, boating off Alligator Point and watching international soccer with his friends. He loved traveling in Europe, in particular the trip he took with his Leon High School humanities class. He loved his dogs Buddy and Rufus. Brooks was a caring young man with a great sense of humor and was loved by his family and many friends.
A visitation for friends and family will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 2, 2011 at Trinity United Methodist Church at 120 West Park Avenue in Tallahassee. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 3, 2011 at Trinity United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Best and Brightest Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 1639, Tallahassee, FL 32302. These scholarships will benefit local high school seniors who have excelled both academically and in service to the community.
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Memories and Condolences
for Samuel Rogers
Britney Gibbs
November 15, 2011
From the entire Leon High School class of 2006, we offer our condolences. In sorrow, we mourn those lost. In gratitude, we embrace those around us. In sympathy, we reach out to those who grieve.May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.God Bless.
Mimi Jones
November 8, 2011
Words fail to express the sorrow any parent shares at the loss of a child. You are in my thoughts.
Judy Hemple
November 4, 2011
Laura,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. Judy Hemple, GA
Sarah Doolin
November 3, 2011
Dear Rogers family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. You all are in my prayers.
Robert Kuhn
November 3, 2011
Sam and Laura,
While I have no idea the pain and suffering you are experiencing, please no that you are in my toughts. You have done everything right as parents and must remain proud of what you did offer Brooks in his short life. I am sure he was mighty glad to call you Mom and Dad. In times like this, you must wonder why this had to be but God has a plan for both You, Brooks and the rest of your family. Stay strong and know that you have many people here to support you. Again, I am so sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Robert W. Kuhn
November 3, 2011
To all the Rogers family- Carlos and I were so saddened to hear of this terrible tragedy. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you in this difficult time. Annie and Carlos Pla
Shawn Erickson
November 3, 2011
One of those guys that you didn't have to know that well to know he was a great guy! My prayers are with his family and his death will not be in vain His positive memories will better society for years to come!!!
Gerald Mixon
November 2, 2011
To the best of my knowledge I never had the honor of meeting Brooks, but I would like to thank him for using his strong body to keep a mortal blow from reaching the young man sitting behind him, my nephew, Sterling. Although Sterling does not yet know what happened he knows what a wonderful friend Brooks was. I would also like to thank Trey for his courage and skills which gave Sterling the time needed to reach the hospital. I have never met such an impressive group of young people as I did in Tallahassee this week. I'm sure that every one of you has someone to hold you tight and tell you that they love you and are very proud of you. I assure you that the familys of Brooks, Sterling and Trey are doing so tonight.
November 2, 2011
Our thoughts have been with your family since Sunday's sad news. Michelle shared with us that Brooks was one of those guys that was liked by everyone in her peer group, always kind and funny. She said his Facebook page was overflowing with loving comments by Sunday night. There are no words that seem adequate, just know many are grieving for your loss.
Your neighbors, Bill, Sue and Michelle
Steve Lossing
November 2, 2011
Sam,
I am so sorry to learn of you and your family's loss. Please know you and your family are in my prayers.
November 2, 2011
Laura, Sam, Andy & Donnie,
We are so sorry for your loss.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Keep close all your wonderful memories of Brooks. With deepest sympathy.
Ruth, Roy, and Stephen Ziegler
Julie Lawson
November 2, 2011
So sad to hear about Brooks. He was an amazing young man, I enjoyed getting to coach him as a Leon Lion on the Leon swim team. My hearts and prayers are with the Rogers family. The Rickards High school swim team sends its condolences as well.
Becky, Jeff, Amy Culp
November 2, 2011
It is so sad to hear of this news. There are no words... Please know your family is in our thoughts and prayers today, tomorrow, and in the days to come...with deepest sympathy...
Keith Cooper
November 1, 2011
Mr. & Mrs. Rogers,
I am so sorry for your loss. I had the opportunity to meet Brooks several times through my son Trey. They have visited me up here in McDonough for a weekend or two. I had the pleasure of taking Trey, Brooks, JR, and Sterling to clearwater for Trey's 21st Birthday. I so enjoyed Brooks' company. What a fine young man. They all are. There are no words that can be said here. I will continue to pray for your family.
Tom, Lisa and Tommy Goodrich
November 1, 2011
We are so sad for your loss. May God bless you and comfort you in this terrible time of mourning now and forever.
Joe Ziegler
November 1, 2011
Much love to Brooks! Swimming with him in high school was a great time. Conversing with him was never dull of depressing or inadequate. I will do my best to celebrate his life and his many virtues. My prayers go out to Brooks' family.
Krista Burns
November 1, 2011
Our hearts and prayers are with you all during this very sad and difficult time.
Chris, Krista, Jessica and William Burns
Miriam Dady
November 1, 2011
Words are inadequate. I am holding you all in my heart and in my prayers.
Joanie Newton
November 1, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort.
Will and Connie Kendrick
November 1, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this tremendous time of loss. We pray that God will wrap his loving arms around each of you during the days and weeks ahead.
Susan McClure
November 1, 2011
Sam & Laura-
My deepest sympathies to the entire family. Prayers go out now and always.
November 1, 2011
Laura, Sam, Donnie & Andy,
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Too Young, too soon, our hearts ache for your loss. May your memories of Brooks and the love that surrounds you, offer you comfort and strength during this time of loss.
- The Cobb Middle School Family
Leslie Adams
November 1, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Brooks will be sorely missed and greatly remembered by so many.
Laurie Haston
November 1, 2011
Elizabeth and the entire family of Brooks:
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this incredibly difficult time of such sudden tragedy. May God wrap his arms around you and hold you tightly in his arms. My deepest sympathy.
Frank
November 1, 2011
Sam and Laura,
I am just so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Brooks always lit up the room at Sunday family dinners and I will remember him fondly as a genuine,friendly and personable young man.
Shirley Weeks
November 1, 2011
Sam & Laura,
I am so sorry for the loss of your son. May God be with you and your family during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Van Buchan
November 1, 2011
Sam: I am very sorry to hear of your loss,may these words bring you comfort in the following days.Our thoughts and prayers are with You and Your family
The Lord is my shepherd,
I shall not want;
He makes me lie down in green pastures.
He leads me beside still waters;
He restores my soul.
He leads me in paths of righteousness
for His name's sake.
Even though I walk through the valley
of the shadow of death,
I fear no evil;
for You are with me;
Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
all the days of my life;
and I shall dwell in the house of the
Lord forever.
Psalm 23
Van and Debbie Buchan
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