Larry was a kind Christian gentleman.  I was blessed to count him as my friend during my years in Kitsap County.  Larry made you feel at home, and valued.  His character was truly above reproach.  He was genuine, and a joy to be with.  In short, Larry made his world a better place.  He will be missed by many.

Larry worked with us for many years at Reid Real Estate.  In all the years we’ve known him, we NEVER saw him angry or upset.  He was a JOY to be around 100% of the time.  That says everything about him.  His heart was so huge and wide!!  

My Uncle Lawrence was one of the best men I knew. He treated everyone with respect, and always made a person feel as though they were the only one who mattered, regardless of what was going on around him. His laugh was infectious, and that smile could light a room like no one else's. While our visits were far and few between, I always got a little giddy when I knew I would see him. He just made me feel good!  His love of people never waivered, he always found the good in everyone. I loved him deeply and he will be missed.

Larry was a member of the Rotary Club of Silverdale from June 1978 to May 2015 and was Club President in 1988-89.  Later, Larry was an enthusiastic Duck Ticket seller and Big Inflatable Duck Wrangler (not an easy job!).  Charlene was a huge supporter of Rotary activities, they were both very generous of their time, and they hosted Rotary Youth Exchange Students as house parents.  Their cheerful presence brightened up all social occasions they attended.  We miss you Larry and Charlene!

My history with Smiley Rodgers goes back to pre high school years.  Our fathers worked together at the Oregon City mill when it was called "Hawley Pulp and Paper Company".  There were some rough times back then.  My father cared a lot about Smiley's Dad.  I think Smiley must have gotten his great smile from his father!  
I don't know when Smiley became a Christian and dedicated his life to serve Jesus Christ, but I do know it was the best decision he ever made.  At the reunion and awards for the 1958-59 WLHS football team, the first thing Smiley shared with me was that his father had accepted Christ and Smiley had been the one to baptize him.  This was truly wonderful news!!
My wife and I both really enjoyed the short time we had to visit with Smiley and Charlene.  Most of our conversation was about Smiley's years as a preacher and how much they had enjoyed this work.  As a brother in Christ, I understood the blessings of their work in Christian ministry.
There is no sorrow today for Smiley - he knew where he was going and he is in a better place.  Yes, we will all miss Smiley, but our sorrow is for his family, friends and classmates who will miss him and that great smile!  I am grateful that Jesus Christ prepared a place for all of us who know Him ...... Smiley knew Him and that's really all that matters.   
Bob Keeney

     Smiley Rodgers (nobody called him "Larry" in high school) was one of 
the most well-liked students at West Linn High School 1955-59.  His 
nickname was very appropriate, as he always had a smile on his face, 
and never spoke a negative word about anyone.  He was voted "Most 
Cheerful" senior in 1959 by all the school's students in a unanimous 
vote.  
     I knew him best as a teammate on that great 1958  WLHS Football 
Team that got all the way to the State of Oregon High School Football 
Playoff Semi-Finals (the "Final Four").  He was a standout defensive 
tackle, disrupting the opposition offence on every play, frequently 
dropping opposition passing or running backs behind the line of 
scrimmage for losses.  He was deservedly selected to the 1958  TYV 
League All-Star Team, plus he was inducted into the WLHS Sports 
Hall of Fame last December, the highest honor in sports at our school.  
     More importantly, he was a soft-spoken kid on the team that never 
bragged about his considerable individual accomplishments.  He was 
the ultimate team player.  We never would have made the Final Four 
without him.  Against heavily-favored Astoria in the Quarter-Finals, 
he completely took their offense out of their rhythm and game plan, 
allowing West Linn to win (14 - 9) one of the biggest upsets in 
Oregon State High School Football Playoff history.    SMILEY, WE 
LOVE YA, AND WE WILL MISS YA!!  Steve Immer, Student
Manager, 1958 WLHS Football Team, Breckenridge, CO 

He is my brother-in-law and brother in Christ. He performed  his first wedding when he joined his little sister with me. Since I was very young I have kept a very short list of personal heroes. Jesus our Christ, my father and Lawence Rodgers head the list. I will reminisce past conversations and regret not having new ones.

Larry always said we should choose heroes to emulate.  They could be people you knew or people you admire from history.  The point was to intentionally choose the qualities you want to develop.  I never told him but he was one of mine.  I've had trouble emulating his warmth and openness, his genuine enthusiasm for anyone's even small victory, he did it, seemingly effortlessly.  In that, good Sir, I want to be just like you.

You are missed, and you are welcomed home my friend; rest in peace. 

Sad to know Larry has passed. Though I haven’t had recent contact with him, we  worked together in the past.  Several of us Realtors  car pooled together on tour day.  Larry, Marcus and I would drive together.  He was such a joy to be around! Always smiling and laughing! He was an inspiration of unconditional kindness. To his family, my prayers are with you and may you find peace in your time of sorrow.

In memory of Larry's wonderful spirit……………...this sentence says it all:  "HE was a good man."

Our sympathy to Charlene & his family - Harry & Kathleen Guay  

Very few people live and walk through life with as much earnest integrity as Lawrence. My favorite uncle, whose  sense of humor was so often a salve for emotional owies. As a child I loved most how he would listen and consider carefully his responses to questions, those questions were never ignored or brushed aside.
I admired his commitment to his beliefs and that he walked his talk especially when it wasn’t convenient. He had a way of making everyone feel special and loved and very safe. May those lives he impacted keep his service active by spreading more love and peace in their families, churches and communities and act on his mentorship. 
I will miss hearing him ask “How’s my beautiful neice?” And will forever chuckle about my “glam” photo, red feather boa and all having been up in his office at church. 

We first met Mr Rodgers in October 2002. In fact he served me a huge bowl of chili with a smile.  We were a military transplant family of six. Had just returned here from CT. Sylvester Bass had wanted us to attend the fall festival with him and his family.  So we did and we were hooked on CKCC and of course Pastor Larry. David and I were baptized as a couple by Larry.  Larry and I were on praise team together for years. He was one of the pseudo grandparents to my youngest son Micah.  We have spent time st the Rodgers home picking fruit or vegetables, doing puzzles in New Years Day.  Larry helped us when times were troubling. He mentored Dave as he went to be an elder in the church. We did small groups and adult Sunday school with him.  I taught VBS with him.  The lunches and dinners we had with the Rodgers. So many fond memories.....of course none more fonder then him talking to kids in his duck voice. Hence the reason for the rock I painted. We could always count on Larry and Charlene. This year I purchased quite a bit of little rotary club duckies in his honor as well. Larry Rodgers you will be greatly missed by this family.  Till we meet again SHALOM.... The Stephenson’s 

Larry has been a long time friend to me and Dennis. He always called Dennis, Denny. Dennis use to hang out at their home when he was younger. Larry came back into our lives  a while back now and I had the privilege of being baptized by him. Larry became our realtor and sold a few of our rentals for us. I'll never forget his laugh and perpetual smile..such a loving man. Larry you will be greatly missed.

OBITUARIO

Lawrence E Rodgers

4 noviembre, 1941 – 15 julio, 2018

Miller-Woodlawn Funeral Home & Memorial Park

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