Alvin W. Rodgers
1931 - 2020
Alvin W. Rodgers 89, died Tuesday, July
21, 2020 at his rural Newton residence. He was born January 14, 1931
in Newton, Kansas to Leonard and Lillian (Patrick) Rodgers.
Alvin attended Newton Church of the
Brethren as he was growing up and worked in the maintenance
department at the former Bethel Hospital in Newton.
He served his country in the United
States Navy and was a life member of the American Legion in Newton.
Alvin was a man who enjoyed working. He
could often be found doing various projects around the farm. He also
planted wheat, alfalfa and cared for many farm animals and pets
through the years.
He is survived by his two sisters Neva
Riley and Doris Bazil both of Newton. He is also survived by several
nieces and nephews.
Alvin is preceded in death by his
parents and 5 brothers: Lee, Marvin, Charles, Harold and Henry
Rodgers.
A funeral service will be held at 10:00
a.m., Friday July 31, 2020 at Petersen Funeral Home Chapel with
Pastor Brad Riley presiding. Private family interment will be in
Eastlawn Cemetery Zimmerdale, Kansas.
Memorials are suggested to Caring Hands
Humane Society or Newton Church of the Brethren in care of Petersen
Funeral Home.
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