Raymond Rogers

Rogers, Raymond Gary age 79 of Holly was met at the gates of Heaven by his wife, parents and sisters October 29, 2024. He will be dearly missed by family and friends. Raymond was born on May 10, 1945 in Detroit, MI. to Raymond J. Rogers and Grace (Elwart) Pratt. In his youth, Raymond excelled in track and field at Holly High School. He was a lifeguard at Holly Beach and was a good bowler. He achieved many awards throughout his school years and beyond. Raymond obtained an associate’s degree and worked 30+ years at General Motors Proving Grounds, as a Vehicle Emissions Technician until his retirement. He also loved model trains and crafted many train boards as a hobby and enjoyed touring the roads on his motorcycle, making pit stops at his favorite casinos. He loved life and lived it to the fullest and was always there for his family and friends. On September 16, 1963, he married the love of his life, Shelle R. (Wison) Rogers. To the marriage were two lovely daughters, resulting in his happiness of becoming a “Papa.” He loved attending his granddaughter’s track meets and his grandson’s basketball games and was their biggest fan, often reminding them that “you’re only as great as you want to be.” Upon retirement Raymond and Shelle moved to Mio where they enjoyed the wonders of nature and their love of motorcycle riding in Michigan. Left to cherish his memory are daughters Rebecca Rogers and Amy (Grady) Elam and his pride and joy grandchildren, Sydnee and Stevie Elam; brothers Arnie (Jean) Rogers and Charles Pratt; brother-in-law Jere (Nancy) Diebold; sisters-in-law Charlotte (Butch) Murphy, Sue Martin, Loretta (Jay) Maxwell and Shirley Jane Ducker (Martin); special friend Sharon Fielding and many nieces and nephews. Raymond is proceeded in death by his wife Shelle (Wilson) Rogers, sisters Diane Johnston, Peggy Diebold, Charmaine Caldwell; father Raymond J. Rogers; mother Grace (Elwart) Pratt and stepfather Albert Pratt. Family will greet visitors from 11 AM until time of funeral service at 2 PM on Friday, November 8, 2024 at Dryer Funeral Home in Holly. A graveside service will immediately follow at Beebe Cemetery in Rose Twp. Memorial contributions may be directed in Raymond Roger's memory to American Heart Association. https://www.heart.org/en/ www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Raymond Rogers

May 10, 1945 - October 29, 2024