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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39 Condolence(s)
Larry and Linda Beltz
Saturday, March 9, 2024
We we're so sorry to hear this.He presided over our Little Gils (Brandi's) funeral,and was our pastor for many years .Brenda is my Cousin.We're so Sorry. We we're in Texas when he died .
Paul & Susanna
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
We only knew Billy in the produce department at our most favorite store since moving here in 2001. Really enjoyed talking Bible with him and wanted to visit with him after his retiring from Edwards/Cash Savers but will now have to wait till the resurrection and the Kingdom.
Keith smith
Monday, January 29, 2024
Billy was one of my best friends when working at Edward’s grocery many years ago. Always a good influence , always enjoyed talking with him,and will miss his friendship for a while until we meet again he was a great man of God.
Kim & Ron Skiver & Anna Lee Phifer
Sunday, January 28, 2024
Brenda, we are so sorry for your loss and are praying for God's comfort over you and you family. The world has truly lost a wonderful Godly man. I know heaven is rejoicing with his arrival! Love & Prayers for all of you.
Barbara leachman
Saturday, January 27, 2024
Brenda, and family,
So sorry to read that Billy had gone to be his Lord and Savior. We know Billy is in a better place. I have always loved and appreciated you both. May God’s blessings be with you.
Barbara Leachman
Andy & Christina Plymesser
Saturday, January 27, 2024
Ruby Greenlee & Family
Saturday, January 27, 2024
Brenda & family we are so sorry for your loss. Praying you will find comfort in the arms of our Lord & in the sweet memories of Billy. He was a bright shining light for Jesus to many.
Melba Austin
Saturday, January 27, 2024
Thankful for the life, work and fellowship I have been blessed to enjoy with you all these years. I am sure you and Bill are rejoicing in Heaven today. Prayers for Brenda, your boys and all your loved ones.
Cheryl White
Saturday, January 27, 2024
I have known Bro. Billy since I was a very young girl. He was very special to me and one day I plan on meeting him again over in heaven. I'm praying for the family to be comforted in this time.
Kenneth and Shirley McKinley
Saturday, January 27, 2024
We have been friends with Billy for over 50 years. He was a wonderful pastor at White Oak and we have precious memories from those years. We could see his heart for people and devotion to the ministry. We will miss him but now he is with Jesus. Our love and prayers are for Brenda, Justin, Cody and their families.
Melba Davidson
Saturday, January 27, 2024
What a legend Billy leaves. The beautiful combination in song (Billy @ piano, Brenda’s melodious voice, together completed a true message from God). May your kind & loving family find comfort TODAY & days following in the PROMISE you will meet again at your PERMANENT home. Prayers to each of you.
David and Shirley
Saturday, January 27, 2024
So sorry to learn of Billy's passing. He was such a great guy, so kind and always smiling. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
Margaret Kirk
Friday, January 26, 2024
Brenda, I am so sorry to hear of my friend Billy's passing. He now rests in the arms of the Saviour he loved so much and suffers pain anymore.
I love you, Brenda. God be with and comfort you in this time of the loss of your life companion.
Mendy Bruce
Friday, January 26, 2024
Billy I miss you already. You was such a inspiration to me, I loved our talks about produce but most of all I loved it when we would talk about the Lord and the times we prayed together. I will miss your smile and your encouragement to stay strong in my walk with the Lord. I am truly blessed and honored I got to get to know you and call you my friend. You my friend will live on in my thoughts and heart. Rest in peace. Till we meet again at the feet of our Lord.
Monty Dunn
Friday, January 26, 2024
I came to know the Lord, listening to Billy preach and went on to become a pastor. Billiy means the world to me and will be dearly missed. Well done thou good and faithful servant.
Patricia Fitch
Friday, January 26, 2024
We were so sorry to hear about Billy's passing. Our whole family loved him and appreciated everything he did for us. Brenda, Justin and Cody we will be praying for comfort for each of you. What a Godly man he was and great example for everyone that knew him. Love and prayers
Billy Edwards
Friday, January 26, 2024
To Brenda and all the children and grandchildren, I am thinking of you. Billy was an exceptional person, who never met a stranger. He always took time to ask how you were doing and how you were feeling. He loved people, and was a great employee at Edwards’ Grocery for years. He will be missed. May Billy’s soul, and all the souls of the faithful departed, thru the mercy of God, rest in peace!
Shelia Tucker
Friday, January 26, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with Billy's family. I am So Sorry for this loss. I have known Billy and his family for many years, and have LOVED hearing him and Brenda minister in song and word. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Love & Prayers
Shelia Tucker
Mark Foresee
Friday, January 26, 2024
I have known Billy all my life. I had great respect for him and his faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. He always treated people with the utmost respect. He will be greatly missed. My prayers will be with the family.
Kim & Paul Devore
Friday, January 26, 2024
My husband has worked with Billy for years @ Edwards/ Cash Savers. Billy was always ready to tell that next story or tell a funny joke he had heard and every time I saw Billy he would stop and ask how are youngest was and how she was doing in college. He was a friendly face that customers knew and enjoyed visiting with him.
He had a heart of gold and will be solely missed. Rest in peace Billy.
Rosetta Earnhart
Friday, January 26, 2024
I have know Billy since I was a little kid when him and his family visited my Grandma and Grandpa (Pug and Pud) and going to church at Mincy. The one thing that I will always remember when I hear his name is his smile and his obvious love for the Lord. My heart breaks for his family.
Jim and Becky Tate
Friday, January 26, 2024
Brenda, our prayers are with you and your family.
Mona Heptinstall
Friday, January 26, 2024
Billy, you were an inspiration to me. I loved your stories and how we'd share and laugh together, you always had a smile on your face, a joy to work with. You were the nicest man I have ever known. I'll miss you. Rest in peace ???
Danny and Roxan ( Christian ) Smith
Friday, January 26, 2024
Seems like I have know Brother Billy most of my life. Prayers for comfort for his sweet wife and family.
Etta Lee Dixon
Friday, January 26, 2024
So sorry for your loss !! Billy and you were admired and loved by so many people !! We love you and prayin g for you.
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DEBRA VILLINES
Friday, January 26, 2024
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF BILLYS PASSING. SUCH A KIND CARING MAN. ALWAYS SO GOOD TO ASK ABOUT MY PARENTS. YOUR STRUGGLE ON THIS EARTH IS OVER. MAY GOD GIVE THE FAMILY STRENGTH AND COMFORT. DEBBIE VILLINES
Karri Thiel
Friday, January 26, 2024
Billy was such an amazing man, he officiated my wedding in 2013 and worked with my husband many years. Prayers to the family during this difficult time.
With love and prayers,
The Vincent and Karri Thiel Family
Pansy Daniel
Friday, January 26, 2024
May God’s peace comfort your hearts!
Pansy Daniel
Barbara Moore Gimlin Collins
Friday, January 26, 2024
Loved Brother Billy Such A Great Man of God!
Bryan and Eileen Pruitt
Friday, January 26, 2024
Billy was the kindest man and had such a good heart. Our prayers are with you all.
Betty Johnson
Friday, January 26, 2024
My love $ prayers go out to you, Brenda along with Justin & Cody. May God give you the peace and strength you need at this time.
Ronda Robinson
Thursday, January 25, 2024
Gyla, Alexis, and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May God wrap his arms around you during this time, and give you comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Monte & Sue Terry
Thursday, January 25, 2024
Brenda , and family,
We are going to miss one of the very best
He has always been the one we have all called on for help . He’s been our glue for our family.
What an amazing cousin and friend he has been to ALL of us. We love you Billy.
WELL DONE FAITHFUL SERVANT.
Brenda Ragsdale
Thursday, January 25, 2024
So sorry for your loss, I've know Billy & Brenda for a long time, I always enjoyed hearing Bro. Billy play the piano & hearing Brenda sing, so anointed. All the family are in my prayers. ??
Debbie Harp
Thursday, January 25, 2024
So sorry for your loss, enjoyed seeing him at the grocery store working. He will be truly missed.
Jerry and Jeanie Walker
Thursday, January 25, 2024
We were privileged to attend the Calvary Temple Full Gospel church during the summer as we were at the lake. Remember Billy for his preaching of God's word and his beautiful playing the piano and singing. May God bless the family at this time love you all, the Walker's
Melissa Block
Thursday, January 25, 2024
Prayers for the family at this time. He will be missed but cherish your memories.
Bob Stills
Thursday, January 25, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.Billy touched many lives .He leaves behind a wonderful family that will miss him very much.
James & Cora Kay Edmonson
Thursday, January 25, 2024
Oh my dear Brenda, I’m so sorry, if you need anything please let me know. You all are in our prayers.