of Harrison, AR
July 31, 1948 - January 24, 2024
Billy Rogers, age 75, of Harrison went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 24th, 2024 at Mount Vista Rehab and Health Center. He was born July 31st, 1948 in Harrison, the son of Claude Franklin and Marybelle (Keys) Rogers. Billy is preceded in death by his parents.
Billy's love for the Lord began at a young age. He began preaching the word at age 15 and at age 18 he became a pastor for the first time. He has pastored at Mincey Full Gospel Church, White Oak Church of God, Community Church, and Calvary Temple Full Gospel Church. He preached for 54 years until he retired. His love for spreading the word touched many lives. When he wasn't preaching he enjoyed playing the piano, watching basketball games, listening to Southern gospel music, and spending time with his grandchildren. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his loving wife of almost 47 years, Brenda (Snowden) Rogers; two sons, Justin and his wife, Gyla Rogers of Harrison and Cody and his wife, Alexis Rogers of Omaha; two brothers, Sherman and his wife, Patti Rogers of Republic, Missouri and James and his wife, Yvonne Rogers of Branson, Missouri; five grandchildren, Kason Rogers, Ty Rogers, Landra Rogers, Ryder Rogers and Foster Rogers; nieces; nephews and a host of other family and friends.
Visitation was on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home.
The funeral service was on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home, with Pastors Mike Hardin and Arvin Adams officiating.
The burial was at Maple Leaf Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Eric Rogers, Nathan Rogers, Stan Arnold, Bob Snowden, Jamie Keys and Timmie Keys.
Honorary Pallbearers were Clyde Arnold, Brent Evans, Jerry Youngblood, Larry Michel, Gerald Wilkerson and The Staff of Mount Vista Rehab and Health Center.
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Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Christeson Funeral Home
519 North Spring Street
Harrison, AR 72601
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com