DAVID ARCHIBALD ROGERS
June 24, 1938 – November
9, 2013
Suddenly, but not unexpectedly after a lengthy
illness, Dave left us on Saturday, November 9, 2013.
Dave was a big hearted man who was always there to help his friends and family. His ready smile and sense
of humour were contagious. Known as Rocket or Archie to his oldest pals he was
a guy anyone would enjoy having a beer with. Dave was an entrepreneur
known more for the heart he showed in his many attempts than his successes. He
was a great father who modeled integrity, and composure especially for his kids
and their friends who in their teen years had a habit of crashing his cars and
boat. “As long as you are okay, that is all that matters.” His pride in
his children also showed from behind the boards when he was coaching hockey,
or behind the camera when videotaping many synchro swim meets. His support was unwavering.
A stroke 17 years ago changed the Dave we knew,
into someone less lively who entered retirement suffering from depression. As
he slowly withdrew from all but his immediate family, we loved him just as much
and did manage to coax out the old Dave once in a while. The recent loss of his
wife Elaine of 52 years and his own cancer diagnosis just over a year ago were
very tough on him. Through this period his happy places were Lake of the Woods
and with family and especially following his grandchildren in sports, school
and the joys of being kids.
Dave leaves behind his three children, their
spouses and 6 grandchildren who will all miss ‘Pops” greatly: Greg Rogers,
Kathy, Kieran and Nick; Jeff Rogers, Tracy, McKenzie and Harrison; Janelle and
Alan Franklin, Reese and Mathea. Dave also leaves his younger sister, Joy who
has been a source of support throughout his life. Our family is grateful to Dr.
Karpinski, who provided excellent care to a challenging patient through his
last two years.
Funeral Mass will be Celebrated on Saturday, November 16,
2013 at 1:30 p.m. at St. Ignatius Roman Catholic Church, 255 Stafford Street,
Winnipeg.
In lieu of flowers please send donations to a cancer research
foundation of your choice.
Wojcik’s
Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Avenue, 204 – 897
4665, is in care of arrangements. wojciksfuneralchapel.com.
Wojcik’s
FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM
2157 PORTAGE AVENUE
204 – 897 - 4665
www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com
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