Lewis Galloway Rogers, Jr.

Carmel – Lewis Galloway Rogers, 87, passed away peacefully with family at his bedside following a brief illness. Born and raised in San Francisco, he graduated from Washington High School in 1944 before joining the Navy and serving in the Pacific where he was present at war’s end in Tokyo Bay.

Upon returning home to San Francisco, Lewis followed in his father’s footsteps as a park ranger. His first posting was at Point Lobos where he lived for a season in the old Whaler’s Cabin. After graduating from San Francisco State in 1950, Lewis began a long and successful career with Atlantic Richfield where he met the love of his life, Josephine, his wife of 38 years. They retired from ARCO and moved to Carmel in 1983.

Lewis enjoyed sailing with his children on Lake Tahoe in his younger days. In his later years, he strove to master the piano and was an avid reader of history.

From his first marriage to Joyce, Lewis is survived by his daughter, Jennifer (Peter) Kalvass; his sons, Leon and Lewis, and his granddaughter, Emily Kalvass.

A ceremony celebrating Lewis’ life will be held later. Contributions can be made to the charity of your choice in his name.