Charles William Rogers, born on August 10, 1947, in Artesia, NM to Quentin and Geraldyne (Culbertson) Rogers, passed away in Idalou, TX on June 13, 2024.
Charles, a longtime banker, dedicated more than 25 years of his professional life to the financial sector in New Mexico and Colorado. Following the end of his banking career, he made the decision to return to his roots in Artesia, NM, where he spent the final years of his working life on the family farm before retiring to Idalou, TX in 2019.
Charles graduated high school from his beloved New Mexico Military Institute before earning his undergraduate degree from New Mexico State. He furthered his education with a graduate degree from the University of Oklahoma.
In his leisure time, Charles found joy in numerous hobbies such as fishing, hunting, and showcasing his talents as a stained glass and woodworking hobbyist. Notably, he loved gifting family and friends his handmade wooden pens.
Charles is survived by his children, Denise Rogers, Christopher Rogers, and KayAnne (Jonathan) Gray. He is also survived by his grandchildren, MilliAnn Gray, Jeighton Gray, and Locklyn Gray. Additionally, he is survived by his close cousins Teri and Patti Beth Bundrant, many other Rogers and Culbertson cousins and lifelong friend Bill Myers. Charles was pre-deceased by his parents and his brother, Kent Rogers.
As per his wishes, no memorial service is planned. The family appreciates condolences and memories shared at Sanders Funeral Home’s website.
The family wishes to extend sincere thanks to Visiting Angels, Home Instead, Amanda Williamson FNP, and UMC Hospice for the care they showed Charles.
In lieu of flowers or charitable donations, the family requests that you remember Charles with a kind gesture or fond memory. May he rest in peace.
