Obituary of Ruth L Rogers

Ruth L. Rogers Of Albertson, NY passed away peacefully on October 19, 2020. Ruth was born in 1925 to Harold and Grace Olsen in Brooklyn, NY. She was the loving sister of James (Renee) and was predeceased by her sisters Grace and Helen, and brothers Harold and John. Ruth was the beloved wife of Donald R. Rogers for 54 years, until his passing in 2002. Together they had 8 children, Donald (Andrea), the late Kathleen Hitchings, Virginia (Raymond) Henn, Margaret (James) Masiello, Richard (Rosanne), Mary (John) Shea, Paul (Veronica) and Joseph (Joanne). Cherished Grandmother of John (Kathi), Kristin (Christopher), Brendan, Emily, Julianne, Helen, Ryan, Rebecca, Allison, Thomas, Terence, Gregory, Christina, Connor, Kevin, Donald and Great-Grandchildren Emery, Edward and Callan. Dear Sister-in-law of Joan Rogers and James A Rogers and Aunt to many nieces and nephews. Above all, faith and family were the focus of her life. Ruth was an active member of St. Aidan’s church, Williston Park, NY for 70 years. She was a daily communicant, and devout member of the Rosary Society. She enjoyed annual family vacations to Ocean City, NJ as well as hosting countless family get togethers in her home. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Catholic Relief Services Or Cardinal McCloskey Community Services (CMCS.org)