Russell A. Rogers

He was born in Bowdoin on January 28, 1927 to the late Erland and Gladys Rogers. He attended schools in Bowdoin and Brunswick, graduating from Brunswick High School in 1944. Russell married the love of his life Barbara Frank on April 12, 1952. He and Barbara celebrated 50 years of marriage. Russell retired from the Pejepscot Paper Mill in 1982. Over the years he also worked odd jobs with friends and spent many years working the family farm and gardens with his father. Known for his great smile, laughter and quiet sense of humor he loved spending time with his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and friends. He enjoyed the outdoors, skating with his children, camping with family and friends, producing maple syrup and reading. He and Barbara enjoyed many years attending dances with friends, playing Bingo, Cruises on the Scotia Prince and then occasional trips to the Bangor casino. He was an avid Boston Red Sox and Bruins fan. He is survived by his six children: Robert Rogers and wife Theresa of West Long Branch, NJ, Shirley Carter of Bowdoin, Sandra Smith and husband Bill of West Bath, Deborah Obptande and husband David of Bowdoin, Diane Springer and husband Walter of Bowdoin and Donna Megquier of Huntington, WV by whom he will be sadly missed. Russell had 18 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. He also leaves behind brother and sister in-laws, nieces, nephews and a host of others who played important roles in his life. Russell was predeceased by his wife Barbara, and his sisters Eleanor Purington and Marjorie Coombs. You are invited to share your thoughts, condolences and fond memories of Russell through his guestbook at www.crosmanfuneralhome.com

Per his request, there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, those wishing, may make a charitable contribution in his memory to: Bowdoin Ladies Auxiliary 1540 Augusta Rd. Bowdoin, ME 04287. Arrangements are under the care of Crosman Funeral Home, Cremation and Monument Services 40 Main St. Lisbon Falls, 353-4951