Charles Rogers

Rogers, Charles POMPANO BEACH, Fla. Charles Rogers, age 65, passed away May 27, 2009 at his home in Pompano Beach. He was born in Cambridge, N.Y., the son of Raymond and Frances (Shaler) Rogers. Charles served with the U.S. Air Force as a commu-nications specialist maintaining communications for control of global Air Force operations. He was named Outstanding Airman for his exemplary conduct and duty performance. Mr. Rogers graduated from Washington Academy, Salem, N.Y. and attended Westminster Choir College, Princeton, N.J. He enjoyed singing in high school choruses, county music festivals and Area All State choruses. He also sang in the MENC All Eastern Division Chorus in Atlantic City. He was a member of his church choir and often sang as a soloist. Charlie was an avid horse enthusiast and loved participating in area gymkhana contests. His love of animals continued throughout his life. Charles is survived by two siblings, Doris Perkins of Malta, N.Y. and Althea Lewis of West Rupert, Vt.