Larry Rogers July 17, 1949 - October 2, 2017

Larry Rogers, 68, was born on July 17, 1949 in El Paso, TX to Warren Russell and Mary Jane (Sheetz) Rogers. He passed away after a long illness on October 2, 2017. He grew up in Bartlesville, OK, graduating from College High School in 1967, and attended the University of Tulsa graduating in 1971 with a Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering. While at TU, he met his wife Suzanne. Larry worked for several oil companies in KS, TX, and OK throughout his career in the “oil patch”. He enjoyed fishing, playing golf, and was a spectator of many sports. He looked forward to spending time with family and friends; his sense of humor and witty outlook on life was appreciated by those who knew him. Larry was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife of 46 years; sons, Michael Rogers and Matthew Rogers; sister, Susie Rogers Lowry (Greg); brother, John Rogers (Val); 2 grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, and other family members and friends. Visitation will be Sunday from 3-8 PM at Buchanan Funeral Service. A Celebration of Life Service will be at 10 AM Monday, October 9, 2017 at Church of the Servant. Memorial contributions may be made to Church of the Servant Minister’s Discretionary Fund, or to Lifeshare. Larry’s faith and belief in God was a comfort and constant help through the last days of his life. Isaiah 41:13