Charles Eugene Rodgers, Airborne Ranger First Sergeant (Ret), 88, transitioned to his heavenly home on June 20 2024.
Preceding him in death are his wife, Annette Schuler Rodgers; daughter, Charles Elaine Rodgers; parents, Rudolph and Lella Rodgers, and grandparents.
He leaves to cherish his memories, sons, Sammy E. Rodgers and E. Stanley Rodgers; brothers, Willie Lee Rodgers, Milton Parker, Vernon Parker, and Milton Tantra; sisters, Hattie Love and Gladys Winston; two granddaughters, one grandson, three great-grandchildren, and a former wife, Sammie Holmes.
A memorial service will be held Tuesday, July 2, 2024, 10 a.m. at Saint Mark Baptist Church, 5722 W. 12th Street, Little Rock, Ark. 72204.
My condolences to the family of Charlie Rodgers. Charlie was a very good friend and mentor. May he rest in peace
Uncle Charlie was a true American hero to me. He faithfully served his country in the Vietnam War although there was a lot of public sentiment against America’s involvement. I remember as a young boy we took one of our rare out of state trips to visit him and Aunt Sammie and our cousins at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. That made a great impression on me. He also served in Germany for a time. I was so proud of him for the courage he exhibited as a Screaming Eagle of the 101st Airborne Rangers ! Uncle Charlie had many interests including music and sports. After he retired from the military he continued his federal service as a postman. He enjoyed attending sporting events especially track and field. He was very intelligent and had a kind heart . May he Rest in the Peace of Christ with all our Loved Ones who have ascended to Heaven.. Reg Rogers