Byron Rogers
November 29, 2011
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Byron Rogers, 48, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 29, 2011. A celebration of his life will be held on Friday, December 2, 2011 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines, IA.
Byron was born February 17, 1963 to Janice (Maurer) and Dwayne Rogers. For a number of years, Byron worked in the maintenance department at Heinz Co. in Muscatine, IA and was also a first responder at Dexter and Wilton. In 2005, he found the love of his life, Jane Pohlman. Although they only had a short time together, they cherished each moment. Byron will be remembered for his generosity and his unrelenting humor towards everyone.
He had a passion for cars and motorcycles and possessed many throughout his life. Byron was also an avid Jeff Gordon and NASCAR fan and enjoyed spending time at the Iowa Speedway with his family.
Byron is survived by his fiancée, Jane Pohlman; mother, Janice Maurer; and father, Dwayne Rogers. His pride and joy were his children, sons, Blake (Stefanie) Rogers and Chase Rogers, daughters, Jessica (Brian) Pittarelli, SummerLee Rogers, and Cayla Allen. He is also survived by his sisters, Tina (Mike) Sudbrock, Ginger (Dan) Kromrie, and Jackie (Robert) Knapp. Byron had a special relationship with his half-sister, Peggy and half-brother, Butch in addition to many nieces, nephew and extended family, every one of them very special to him.
He was preceded in death by his step-father, Eugene Lipp; uncle, Beach Gregg; grandma, Irene Issacs; and aunt, Caroline Moreland.
We love you Byron, you will be missed.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Rea & Ron Bohnsack
12/16/2011
We were so sad of read of Byrons passing.He spent many hours with us at the welding shop in Wilton. He liked to hang out there & help out when he wasn't working. He stopped at our house one day on his motorcycle to update us on what was going on his life & said how happy he was since he had been with Jane.
Our condolences to Jane & his family. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Rea & Ron(Bony) Bohnsack
Becky White
12/04/2011
Dearest Jane, my heart goes out to you and the rest of the family! I'll never forget all of the happy times we all had as a group a few years back! Byron was such a joy to be around. Praying for God to comfort you and help you to hang on tightly to all of the special memories you have had with Byron.
Kaelan (Kato) Gruchow
12/02/2011
Byron was a great person and you could never ask for a better friend. He always spoke of his family and you could tell he loved them very much. his sense of humor was only outshined by his personality and his love for others. Byron you will be greatly missed but the love for you will live on. Your family and friends will never forget you. I will always be here to help when needed for all of them. It was an honor and a blessing to have know you and i'm proud i am able to call you my friend. To all of your family i am here if you ever need anything.
Byron- In your journey into the heavens you will be able to look down upon us all and know that it's not what you left behind. It's what you gained while you were with us. There were ups and downs in all of life and you took it all in stride. Yet into that great unknown you will forever ride. The breeze always calm and the roads always clear. The voices of your loved ones always in your ear. You made us laugh and you made us cry but you will have no more fear.
May you rest in peace my friend and know you made such a positive impact on many peoples lives in a positive way including mine. You will be missed by all who got the pleasure to know you.
Lynus Grant
12/02/2011
I very much enjoyed getting to know Byron at Regency. Enjoyed the time and dinners we had together. Thinking of you and your family.
The Woolson
12/02/2011
Jane, we are so very sorry for your lose. We are keeping you and Byron's family in our prayers. You have been a true angel to Byron all these years helping him cope with all his medical needs and you did it effortlessly!! I'm sure he is smiling down on you!!!! John, Steph, Ashlyn and AJ
sheila fleming
12/01/2011
Jane,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. If you need anything, please let me know. You have a special angel looking out for you now from above. Byron will always be as close as your heart when you need him.
JoAnn Maurer
11/30/2011
I always admired your courage and determination in dealilng with your many health issues. We had many fun times together, especially going to the beach at Corpus Christi with the kids. You'll be missed. JoAnn & Amber