Roy D. Rogers, age 92, of Racine, passed away on October 21, 2024 at Ascension All Saints.

He was born in Racine on May 22, 1932, a son of the late Edward E. and Ethel R. (nee: Blair) Rogers.

He was a graduate of Port Wing High School, Port Wing, WI.

On May 30, 1959, in Racine, he was united in marriage to his soulmate Helen L. Summers.  Sadly, she preceded him in death on December 24, 2020.

Roy served his country in the U.S. Air Force, serving two years in England.

Roy was employed as a mechanic with Racine Truck and Equipment for 33 years, retiring in 1992.

In his retirement, he drove tour bus for a year and then worked at Metro Milwaukee Auto Auction for 17 years fully retiring at the age of 81.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing and bowling.  An avid Brewers and Packer fan, Roy was a daily customer at Culvers for ten years.

Survivors include his two children, David W. Rogers, and Kathleen Rose (Mark) Demet; his seven grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren.

Along with his parents and wife Helen, Roy was preceded in death by his son Robbie.

Service Details

A committal service celebrating Roy's life will be held on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 11 a.m. at West Lawn Memorial Park.  Interment will follow.