David Laurence Rogers

Our loving husband, father and grandfather passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2019 in Bay City. Age 82 years. The son of the late Carl and Annette (LaFramboise) Rogers was born August 11, 1937 in Chicago, Illinois. Mr. Rogers authored many books about local history, lore and people. He was a journalist, columnist and local reporter for the Bay City Times, worked as a school administrator in the Bay City School System, was a member of the Rotary Club for 22 years and was an avid tennis player and runner.

Mr. Rogers is survived by his wife of 29 years, Mary Dolores Barron-Rogers; one daughter, Anne Anderson; one granddaughter, Claire Anderson; step children, Mari Mauro, Lisa Vega, Todd Majeski, Jennifer Gamache and Eric, Matt, Amy and David Pangborn and nine step grandchildren. In addition to his parents Mr. Rogers was also preceded in death by his son-in-law, Tommy Anderson.

The celebration of life service will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 30, 2019 at the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc. with private interment following in Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call at the Gephart Funeral Home on Thursday, August 29, 2019 from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. and on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Memorial cards for the Boys and Girls Club or the wishes of the family will be available at the funeral home.