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BORN
1947
DIED
2009
Larry Rogers Obituary
Mr. Rogers was a member of First Presbyterian Church. He was employed as a plumber and pipe fitter and was a member of Local 440. He was also a member of the Eagles Club. He greatly enjoyed fishing and watching races. He was a devoted family man who loved spending time with all his family, especially his grandchildren.
Born in Seymour, on Jan. 24, 1947, he was the son of Keith and Vivian Weddle Rogers, both of whom preceded him in death. On April 15, 1965, at First Presbyterian Church, he married Madge Shenefield, who survives.
Other survivors include his daughters, Lori and Lisa; grandchildren, Hailey, Lorisa and Bailey Jo; brother, Kevin Rogers; stepmother, Mary Rogers; stepsisters, Patti Bentz and Donna Spencer; stepbrothers, Harry Elston, Barry Elston and Larry Elston; and Aunt Jean McMillan and Aunt Pauline Coles.
He was preceded in death by Aunt Inez Horstman.
The Rev. Brad Napier and the Rev. Gary Dyer will conduct funeral services at 1 p.m. Saturday at Voss Chapel, Seymour. Burial will take place at Riverview Cemetery, Seymour, with a Voss dove release following.
Friends may call from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and from noon until time of service Saturday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be given to Local 440 Families in Need, the American Cancer Society or donor's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Larry Rogers
Betty Johnson
May 24, 2009
The loss of Larry is too great to put into words. Lori, stay strong for your girls and your family. Know that you have friends that love and support you in this time of grief. If there is ~anything~ that you need, you know you can count on us...
John Prentice
May 6, 2009
I was sad to learn about Larry, a high school classmate. My prayers and warmest regards to those who loved him.
Sharon Bender
May 5, 2009
Lori, Hailey, and Bailey Jo, I am terribly sorry for your loss and have been thinking of you....You are all in our prayers
Carol Branaman
May 4, 2009
Madge,
I am so very sorry..my condolences to you and your girls.
I have been gone..and just this evening (May 4) learned of your loss.
Your friend, Honki
Tim Mustin
May 2, 2009
Sorry to hearing about the passing of Larry. I had a chance to talk to Larry a few years ago at his cousin Cathy's house. First time I had seen him in 40 some years, since our childhood. It brought back many fond memories. The Mustin family extends our condolences to family and friends.
Jeninne Van Sickle
May 2, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you and you are in our prayers.
Barbara Jaeger
May 2, 2009
I will miss you Larry. I love you Lori, Mom, Lisa, Hailey, Rissy, and the best baby in the world Bailey Jo!!!
Your Other daughter,
Barbie
Karen Oakes
May 2, 2009
Madge and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom Waldkoetter
May 1, 2009
Madge and family we are so deeply saddened by Larry's passing. May God continue to bless, comfort, and strengthen you during this most difficult time.
Joe/Linda Roberts
May 1, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Laura Stahl
May 1, 2009
Madge and family, I'm so sorry to hear about the death of Larry. I will keep you in my prayers!
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