Franklin D. Rogers, 75 of Marissa, IL; born October 20, 1936 in St. Louis, MO; passed away on Tuesday, October 2, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Belleville, IL.

Frank was a dock hand for ABF. He later worked for Riess Ford in Marissa, IL. He was a United States Army Veteran. He was a member of Teamsters Local 916. Frank enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially with his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father – James Rogers. His mother Isal, nee Short, Taliaferro. His step – father – Russell Taliaferro. His father and mother – in – law – James and Jeanette Kinder. 1 son – Brian “Chris” Rogers. 1 grandson – Travis Christopher Luchtefeldt. 1 brother – Donald Rogers.

He is survived by his wife Gloria, nee Kinder, Rogers whom he married on August 13, 1955 at Fort Leonard Wood, MO. His children – Timothy D. (Carol) Rogers of Marissa, IL; Robin A. (Paul) Schmersahl of Marissa, IL; Sherry K. (Dennis) Walters of Tampa, FL; Carrie J. (Larry) Patchett of Valdosta, GA. 13 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family.

Visitation: Friends may call at Heil-Schuessler Funeral Home in Marissa, IL on Thursday, October 4, 2012 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm.

Funeral: Graveside services will be held at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis, MO on Monday, October 9, 2012 at 9:00am.

Interment: Burial will be held at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis, MO.

1. Administrator says:

   06/30/2018 at 1:49 am

   Oh my, just saw this, sending our sympathy to Tim & Carol and all the family. Thinking of you….Sorry we couldn’t make visitation. Love Stan & Bev

   Posted by: Beverley Harriman Lewis – Marissa, IL Oct 04, 2012

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2. Administrator says:

   06/30/2018 at 1:49 am

   It’s amazing sometimes how people’s paths cross. It’s even more amazing that, once crossed, these people become good friends. I have not known Frank for long, but I can say the connection was fairly immediate. He was honest, smiled when addressed and always made little statements which would evoke a chuckle. He was easy going and always looked you in the eye when spoken to. The biggest tribute I believe I can pay to Frank is the fact that he liked me, too. That’s really cool…

   I give thanks to Carrie for introducing me to her family. Wilma and I have been praying for all of you. I know he will be missed greatly by all of you but always remember: God is always good. He takes care of his own…

   John and Wilma Kinder

   Posted by: John Kinder – Louisville, KY – New Found Relative Oct 08, 2012

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3. Administrator says:

   06/30/2018 at 1:48 am

   We are very sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you and your family Gloria.

   Posted by: Lynne and Lori (Mavers) Schneider Oct 09, 2012

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