Edward J. “Buddy” Rogers, Jr. 73 of Easton, PA died Saturday, February 17, 2018 at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Muhlenberg. Born October 11, 1944 in Easton he was a son of the late Elsie (Schiele) and Edward Rogers, Sr. He was a Marine Corps Veteran and life member of the Fleas Club, Liberty Hose Club and Safety First Vol. Fire Co. Buddy had been employed by Laros Printing in Bethlehem Twp. for many years. He also loved fishing, bowling, golfing and time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years Sheila E. (Harstine) Rogers; 3 sons: Edward, III of Wilson Borough, Russell and his wife Tara of Sciota, Jr., PA, Kevin and his wife Tanya of Bethlehem, PA; brothers: James of Wilson, John of Easton; sisters: Lois Wilson of Upper Nazareth Twp., PA, Fredrica Rogers of Wilson; and 8 grandchildren. A sister Roadlia Rogers died earlier.
A Memorial Gathering for the public will be held from 4 to 6:00 PM Friday, Feb. 23 at the West Easton Fire Company, 307 6th Street, West Easton, PA. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to any veterans organization. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Ethelyn Lilly
February 20, 2018 at 5:49 pm
So sorry to hear of Buddy’s passing. Our deepest condolences to Sheila and family. From the George Lilly family.
Carol walker
February 20, 2018 at 8:45 pm
Shelia and family I’m so sorry for the passing of Buddy I will always have buddy in my heart I have alot of memories of us growing up prayers are with you and your family god bless
Edward Kurtz
February 21, 2018 at 6:42 am
Kevin, Tanya,and family. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Sorry to hear of your loss. The Kurtz family
Kris c christian
February 21, 2018 at 8:48 am
U will be missed uncle bud. You was a good man. I never forget what u done for me as a kid. Love uncle buddy. My. Condolences aunt Sheila