Ray Rogers, JR

Ray Rogers Jr, 69, of Kirksville, MO, passed away Monday, February 3, 2025, at Boone County Hospital in Columbia, MO. The son of late Ray Ezra and Clara Ann (Stewart) Rogers, Ray was born June 24, 1955, in Kirksville, MO. Ray was united in marriage with Susan Kelsey on February 8, 1975. From this union two daughters were born, Georgia (Ryan) Barnes of Green City, MO, and Rayatte (Joshua) Gardner of Ottumwa, IA. They have seven grandsons Austin Rogers, Damien (Dakota) Gardner, Xander Gardner, Kyle Barnes, Kerby Barnes, Jacob Barnes, and Joel Barnes. Ray is also survived by three brothers, Larry (Lenora) Rogers of Kirksville, MO, Gary Rogers of Kirksville, MO, and Earl (Barb) Rogers of Kirksville, MO; two sisters Ruthie (Bob) Gray of Loveland, CO, and Sarah (Steve) Brookhart of Kirksville, MO.

Ray is proceeded in death by his wife, one brother, Leon, in infancy, and four sisters Katherine Williams, Martha Parish, Rayma Rogers, and Mary Rogers.

Ray was a gifted artist and well versed in the Bible. Through his Ministry, he loved to share the word of God. He was a member of the Mercy’s Well Full Gospel Church. Ray enjoyed antiques, cheering on his favorite sports teams, history, and time with his family. He never knew a stranger and never was at a loss for words. He will be greatly missed.