Richard R. Rogers

Richard R. Rogers, 65, Carmel, passed away April 13, 2016, at home surrounded by his family. He was born May 12, 1950 in South Bend, the son of the late Frank and Alice (Kazmirski) Rogers. He married Debbie (Luckett) Rogers on August 17, 1974.

Rich retired in 2011 from WRTV after more than 25 years of service. He was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. His greatest enjoyment was spending time with his family.

He is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Debbie Rogers; children, Rachel (John) Cera, Richard Jr. (Kelsey) Rogers, Rebecca (Nathan) O’Neil, Renee (Mark) Clerkin, and Ryan Rogers; 10 grandchildren, Max, Bonnie, Alice, and Luke Rogers, Gabriella, Sofia, and Anthony Cera, Milo, Violet, and Roger O’Neil; and a brother, Donald (Mary) Rogers. He was preceded in passing by a brother Ronald Rogers.

The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Dr. Jenelle Miller and the staff of Hematology and Oncology of Indiana for their wonderful care.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday, April 16, 2016, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, 14598 Oakridge Road. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Friday, April 15, 2016, at Flanner and Buchanan – Carmel, 325 East Carmel Drive. Memorial contributions may be directed to Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital. Online condolences may be shared by visiting www.flannerbuchanan.com.