RODGER, Earl Rodger, Obituary

 

Rodger EarlRODGER, Earl –  November 17, 1926 – November 19, 2015

It is with sad hearts, the family of Earl Rodger announce his passing on Nov. 19th, 2015. With his family by his side.

Earl was born in Sequin Falls on Nov 17th, 1926 to Violet and Gordon Rodger. He married Norma on Sept 17th, 1948, after a brief stay in Parry Sound they moved to Atikokan in 1950, where they raised their family.

He was a hard worker throughout his life and took pride in all his accomplishments. Over the years he worked at various jobs; a trucking business, Steep Rock Iron Mines, Ontario Hydro, Atikokan Police Force, store owner, carpenter, and a security guard at AFP, and many side jobs, he would help all he could.

He loved spending time outdoors especially at the garden at Hardy dam, which he could grow anything you wanted and would grow lots of so he could fill his truck and bring it to town to share with all. He grew many pumpkins for the kids in schools, raised chickens, and even tried a worm farm, he was always up for a challenge.

Earl was a dedicated legion member for over 70 years, in which he served as president for many of those years. A plaque in honour of him will be hung at the Legion to commemorate his years of service and dedication to Branch #145.

He was predeceased by his beloved wife Norma, his parents, two brothers, three sisters.

He survived by his children; Gwen (Pat), Susan, Terry, Glenna (Fred), and Lori (Bob); grandchildren; Justin, Nicole, Bill (Kara), Melissa (Todd), and two great grandchildren; Kaden and Ben, 2 sisters; Eunice and Myrna, and brother in-law Bill, and many nieces and nephews. He was a dedicated husband and father and always willing to help his family with anything, anywhere at anytime. He will be sadly missed.
A Memorial Tea was held on Saturday, Nov 28th.

At the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #145. A private burial will be held at a later date.

Donations may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #145, or a charity of your choice.

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