Roger H. Rodgers

Roger H. Rodgers, 77, of Palm Springs, CA, passed away on Sunday, February 17, 2008. Born in St. Louis, MO on August 5, 1930, son to Marion and Margaret Rodgers, Roger leaves behind three nephews, Michael and Butch in Texas, and Mark in Ohio, as well as his aunt, Jessie Selley of St. Louis. He was predeceased by his parents, his brother, Marion, and domestic partner, Martin Stone. Roger is also survived by Martin's mother and niece, Rose Stone, of Palm Springs, and Lisa Mastrogiovanni of Long Beach. His cremains are entombed at the Palm Springs Cemetery. Roger served in the Army as a photo interpreter from 1955-57. He was a devoted volunteer of the Desert Regional Medical Center and a member of Mensa International. Before moving to Palm Springs, Roger resided in Miami and Santa Fe, where he expressed his creative artistry as a potter, actor and painter. In Palm Springs, Roger pursued photography and travel as hobbies and computer graphics as his occupation. He designed for many organizations and companies throughout the Coachella Valley. One of his major accomplishments as a graphics designer is a book of the collected works of the Italian painter, Nicola Simbari. Those lucky enough to have known Roger will remain deeply touched by his magnanimous spirit, his warm and joyous friendship, and his artistic brilliance. He leaves behind many friends who will miss him greatly. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, March 16, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at the Spiritual Enrichment Center (Church of Religious Science), 2100 E. Racquet Club Road, Palm Springs. Everyone is warmly invited to attend. Memorial gifts may be made to a charity of your choice.