Bernard D. Rodgers Jr.

Lewiston: "Doug" Rodgers passed away at his home on March 21st after a brief illness with his wife of 27 years by his side. He was born and raised in Malden Mass but he often came to Maine to the family's summer cottage in York Beach. Growing up he played many sports including basketball, hockey and football. Doug and Rae moved to Lewiston after Doug retired from over 30 years in the trucking business. Doug loved camping with family and friends, vacationing with his daughters, driving his red Corvette and watching sporting events, especially NASCAR and his beloved Dallas Cowboys. He was predeceased by his parents, Bernard Douglas Rodgers Sr and Mary Ruth (Larson) and son Christopher Douglas. He is survived by his wife Rae Brushwein, daughters Shannon Michelle Rodgers of Dorchester Mass and Courtney Rose Rodgers of Everett Mass and grandson Cameron James.

Donations can be made to Androscoggin Home Care and Hospice in his name.

Visitation will be held Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Fortin Group/Plummer Merrill Funeral Home in Auburn. Funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Those wishing may make donations in “Doug’s” memory to: The Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice Foundation, 15 Strawberry Avenue, Lewiston, ME 04240. A Service of The Fortin Group/Plummer Merrill Funeral Home, Cremation and Monument Services, 217 Turner St., Auburn, ME 04210. 783-8545.