David James Rodgers

David James-AKA DJR, AKA Bonedaddy, AKA Pappa, returned home on angel's wings on 6/26/2019 at home in his room of beloved guitars. He passed away peacefully & took his last breath with his wife, Loretta and mother, Joyce at his side. Also by his side where his step-daughter, Alicia and step-son, Matthew, and niece, Samantha. He is survived by his wife, Loretta, his mother, Joyce, 3 step-children, Jack, Matthew and Alicia, niece, Samantha and nephew, Shane. Also survived by his 6 grandchildren, Jaylee Rose, Seth Crazee, Ireland Mae, Kyan Jaye , Ellie Sue, and Kira Rae. David and I would also like to give thanks to his dear friends, Tammy, & Rick& Kim Deegan who always checked in on him . We would like to thank his oncologist, Robin Obenchain & staff for the 7 years of dedicated, compassionate care of David & for never giving up on him.

David was born on October 21, 1958 in Colorado Springs, CO.

David was a wonderful, loving person---a little rough on the outside, but oh so sweet on the inside. He made everyone laugh. He could hold a conversation with anyone. He was honest in his feelings and could relate to anyone at any age. He was a big kid!! He was a fantastic guitar player. He fought a lot of battles through his life, but he NEVER gave up. He fought cancer head-on & treated it like a bully----never letting it get him down!. The last year was the hardest battle, but even to the day before his journey home started he said----"I'm not ready yet! He was my valiant, courageous warrior--my baby, my bondedaddy, my guitar man! He made me laugh and lifted me up when I was down. He will truly be missed.....Still Loving You, eternally.

As John Lennon said about life and death.....""it's just like going from one vehicle to the next...." Enjoy the ride my David James

We all love you and will always have a special place in our hearts--forever