Allen Craig Rogers
Died: Feb 21, 2013
Allen Craig Rogers, age 71, Greenwood, DE died Thursday, February 21, 2013 at Bay Health Memorial Hospital of Milford, DE after a battle with Leukemia. Mr. Rogers was born July 28, 1941 in Easton, PA. He was the son of the late Ellis and the late Evelyn (Hendershot) Rogers. He was married to Linda (Turner) Rogers.
He was employed by Rogers Trucking, Great Meadows, NJ in Refrigeration retiring after 36 years of service. Mr. Rogers was a graduate of Pen Argyl High School Class or 1959 and a graduate of Chubb Institute with a degree in Computer Technology. Allen was a past baseball coach and player for Rogers Motor Line of Great Meadows, NJ which was sponsored by Richard Rogers, Sr. He was a member of the Sullivan Line and Cat Hollow Rod and Gun Club, enjoyed gardening and playing cards with friends. He especially loved hunting, fishing and being outdoors with his family.
He is survived by his wife: Linda (Turner) Rogers , 2 Sons; Lee Rogers and wife Charlene and Todd Rogers, 2 daughters; Tara Schappell and husband Paul and Tammy Rogers; 1 brother; Joe Rogers and wife Chip; 1 sister; Nancy Shanahan and husband Neil; 4 grandchildren; Holly Rogers, Corey and Caitlyn Schappell and Mitchell Baker; 3 close cousins; Sharon Clark, Janice Bricker; Debbie Medaris.
A memorial service will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ with Rev. Birda Ferguson officiating.
Visiting hours will be Saturday, March 2 from 12:00 Noon - 2:00 pm at Cochran Funeral Home, Inc., 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the College Fund for the Grandchildren of Allen Craig Rogers c/o the Funeral Home.
Condolences:
Warren and Kathy Scheer
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February 26th, 2013 2:37 pm
Dear Linda,Lee,Tara and Todd, our hearts go out to you and your family . Al was always a good friend to Warren. We both always had a fun time when he was around. The last years due to distance parting friends, loosing touch is always a hard thing. But Warren and I always talked of Al with fondest memoreies. God Bless you all.
Love,
Warren and Kathy
Kathy&Ricky Burns
#2
February 25th, 2013 4:01 pm
Although we did not know you for a long time you touched our hearts and lives more than you will ever know. We can hear your infectious laugh and know that you will always be near in spirit. We will remember the good times we shared and always have a smile on our faces when we think of you. Much love to the family during this difficult time.
Love,
Kathy&Ricky
Dana Krison
#1
February 25th, 2013 2:04 pm
Dear Mrs. Rogers, Tara, Lee and Todd, please accept my heartfelt sympathy and sadness as we say goodbye to such a wonderful man. I remember many happy times in our younger years at your house and picking up Tara to go out. He will be greatly missed by all. Love Dana
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