Kenneth Eugene Rogers

Kenneth Eugene Rogers, born on October 22, 1947, went to be with his Maker on December 12, 2024, surrounded by family and loved ones.  He was preceded in death by his parents Raymond and Opal Rogers, and leaves behind a legacy of loyalty, faith and love.

Kenneth is survived by his devoted wife, Claudia Rogers, and their three sons: Ron (wife Taryn, daughter Gillian), Russell (wife Valerie, sons Ryan, Raymond, and William), and Randy (wife Casey, daughter Ryleigh, son Ryder), along with his sister Carolyn Murphy and her husband Bob Murphy. He was also blessed with great-grandchildren: Ryan's children, Rynleigh and Rawson, and  Raymond's wife, Mikayla and their children, Reid and Ryker. Kenneth cherished every member of his family and delighted in watching them grow.

Kenneth grew up in Oak Cliff, Tx and graduated from Sunset High School. After High school, he attended Dallas Baptist College for two years.

Kenneth’s legacy of influence and service is reflected in his years as a Sunday School teacher and coach for his sons’ soccer and baseball teams.  He touched the lives of many young people, to whom he became Grandad, a title that he cherished.  A long-time member of Hampton Road Baptist Church in DeSoto, Kenneth's faith was the cornerstone of his life. 

A man of many talents, and unwavering dedication, Kenneth was an entrepreneur, a proud veteran of the U.S. Army Reserve, and a true "jack of all trades and master of most."  His skills and resourcefulness shone through in everything he touched, from designing and building the State Fair exhibits for his wife’s family business to his long tenure in the communications industry. He firmly believed—and instilled in his family—that if anyone else could do it, so could they.

An avid hunter, marksman, and fisherman, Kenneth found joy in the outdoors, especially when it meant spending time with his sons, grandchildren, and their friends. He loved to tell stories to anyone who would listen, and his adventures were accompanied by fond memories and sayings, including the now-legendary family saying, "stick + stick = boat." His loved ones will also fondly remember him teaching them his trick to read fractions on a measuring tape—a skill that reflected his resourcefulness and hands-on approach to life.

Kenneth will be remembered not only for his talents and accomplishments, but for his kindness, compassion, and genuine care for everyone he met. His legacy of love, faith, and loyalty will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.