Betty Rogers
Betty Virginia Rogers, age 92, of Quincy, died on Sunday, April 2, 2017 in St. Vincent Home.
She was born on February 21, 1925 in Hannibal, MO the daughter of Ernest & Blanche (Dwyer) Gregg. Betty was a 1942 Hannibal High School graduate. She married Raymond C. Rogers, Jr. on December 31, 1943 and had 73 years of married life together. He survives. During WWII, Betty worked for the International Shoe Factory in Hannibal. Upon moving to Quincy, she first worked for Moorman Mfg. and then later for Gardner Denver CO for many years until her retirement in 1987.
Betty was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church where she was also a member of the Ladies Society and the Quilters of St. Dominic/St. Anthony Churches. She loved to quilt, was an avid Cardinal fan and enjoyed bowling. She also collected Donald Duck memorabilia.
In addition to her husband Ray, she is also survived by:
TWO CHILDREN: Michael R. Rogers and his wife Diane of Quincy and Susan K. Hill and her husband David also of Quincy.
FOUR GRANDCHILDREN: Michelle Pepin; Lindsey Wells and her husband Jarod; Tim Hill and his wife Susan; and Melissa Norton and her husband J. Ryan.
EIGHT GREAT GRANDCHILDREN: Devin Rogers, Shane Pepin, Carter Wells, Nolan Wells, Kenny Hill, Lucas Hill, Gwen Norton and Jace Norton
Also surviving is a special family friend, Ruth Ring.
Betty was preceded in death by her mother: Blance Sportsman and her father: Ernest Gregg.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 7, 2017 at 8:45 in the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home and at 9:30 in St. Anthony Catholic Church. Interment in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday evening from 4:00 until 6:00 PM at the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to St. Anthony Catholic Church.
My Mom’s sweet friend Betty (next door) was a steadfast loving presence In my life, too. She will be remembered always for her quick smile, her infectious laugh, and her genuine goodness. She was part of a great, great generation. Rest in peace, dear Betty
Mike & Diane & Family – We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts & prayers. We are here for you if we can do anything for you.
I know Betty and the family from years ago when my parents were here and we visited often. Betty took the time to write me after Mom Ruth Fishback Bailey passed away in 2006. There will always be a memory for the Roger’s family in my life. Prayers and condolences.
Mike, Please accept our sympathies on the loss of your Mom.
My sympathy to the family, prayers for all during this difficult time.
Deepest sympathy from Ann and I.