John J. Rogers Jr
John J. Rogers, Jr., of Holbrook, passed away May 2, 2017 at the age of 83. Born in Boston, John was raised and educated in Malden and graduated from Wentworth Institute of Technology. He worked for Warren E. Collins in Braintree for over 40 years. John was a Boston sports enthusiast, enjoyed doing yard work, and was a very active member of his community. He sponsored and coached a Little League Baseball team for over 40 years, served as Vice-President of Holbrook Youth Hockey, was a Pack Leader for Cub Scouts, organized rafting trips to Canada, and was a long-time parishioner of St. Joseph’s Church. Most especially, he enjoyed spending time with his family.
Beloved husband of the late M. Irene (Dillon) Rogers. Loving father of Patricia Larkin and her husband Dee of Attleboro, Susan Leyden and her husband Patrick of Pleasantville, NY, Diana Rogers of Charlestown, and Jack Rogers and his wife Kristin of Arlington. Devoted brother of Catherine Souza and her husband Stan, Anna Todisco and her husband Arthur, and the late Mary Bairos and her husband Joseph. Dear grandfather of Laura, Conor, Amy, Patrick, John, James, Nicole, and Olivia, and great-grandfather of Maddie and Cole.
Funeral from the Hurley Funeral Home, 127 So. Franklin St. (Rt. 37) Holbrook on Tuesday, May 9th at 9:15am followed by a funeral mass at St. Joseph’s Church in Holbrook at 10am. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Monday, May 8th from 4-8pm. Interment Union Cemetery, Holbrook. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in John’s memory to St. Joseph’s Church, 153 So. Franklin St., Holbrook, MA 02343. Late US Navy Veteran.
Guestbook
First Name: Tim aka "Hugh"
Last Name: Buckley
City: Hanover
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 05/04/2017
Johnny will always be in our hearts...and his spirit will live on within his wonderful, supportive and loving family. Mr. Roger's was the best and will be missed by the many people who were fortunate enough to have known him. My sincere thoughts & prayers to all.
First Name: Tom
Last Name: Peel
City: Mansfield
State: MA
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Entry Date: 05/05/2017
So sorry to hear about Mr. Rogers (as I always called) him. He was just a nice, nice guy. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
First Name: Dickie
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Entry Date: 05/05/2017
We miss you Johnny!!!
Dickie and family
First Name: William
Last Name: Martin
City: Holbrook
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 05/05/2017
My condolences to the Rogers Family on John's passing. I've known John for the 35 years I have spent as a manager in the Holbrook Little League, the last 19 years as Manager of Rogers Club. John was a credit to the league as a manager, it was a pleasure managing his team along with Charles O'Brien. John was a good sponsor, A good manager and most important he was a class person, whom I gladly called a friend. I will miss him greatly.
First Name: Susan
Last Name: Malinowsky
City: Myrtle Beach
State: SC
Country: United States
Entry Date: 05/05/2017
Uncle John,
I will miss you so much, your tender ways, your wonderful sense of humor. You were one of the kindest, sweetest men I have ever known.
Love you much,
Susan
First Name: Mary
Last Name: Vesey Graziano
City: Concord
State: NH
Country: usa
Entry Date: 05/06/2017
When I think of Mr. Rogers I get a warm feeling inside as it reminds me of my childhood and hanging out at the Rogers house with Tricia and Susie. I am so blessed to have known him and happy I was able to see him probably 3yrs ago for dinner with Tricia & Dee. I know he is in heaven with our Lord Jesus along side his beautiful wife Irene. God Bless the Rogers family. Love you all forever. Mary
First Name: Denis
Last Name: Dunn
City: Mansfield
State: MA
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Entry Date: 05/06/2017
So sorry to hear of Mr. Rogers passing. Thoughts and prayers to the whole Rogers family.
First Name: Doug
Last Name: Burton
City: Hanover
State: MA
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Entry Date: 05/07/2017
My thoughts and prayers go out to Diana, Jack, Susie and Tricia as well as their families at this difficult time. Johnny was one of the best. True friend and a welcoming neighbor. Many great memories back in the day of being with the Rogers family and it all began with Johnny and Irene. He will be missed by many. Peace Johnny.
First Name: Marcus
Last Name: Sadowski
City: Holbrook
State: MA
Country: Usa
Entry Date: 05/08/2017
I will miss you John you were a great neighbor to me Rest In Peace John
First Name: Barry and Judy
Last Name: Sullivan
City: North Hampton,N.H.
State: NH
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Entry Date: 05/09/2017
Uncle Johnny,what a great man reminded me of my father how he was always there for the kids little league,outings etc. He always had a smile on his face and loved to talk about hockey a real class act! Our sincere sympathy to the entite Rogers family.
First Name: John
Last Name: Graziano
City: Baldwinville
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 05/10/2017
So sorry to hear of Mr Roger's passing. I enjoyed the Roger's Rangers rafting trips and the pleasure of knowing such a wonderful guy and baseball fan. Graz
First Name: Richard
Last Name: Mori
City: Framingham
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 05/10/2017
Sad to hear of Johns passing. It was allways nice to talk to him when he was out of his office and on the floor at Collins.