Philip Jefford Rogers' Obituary
Philip Jefford Rogers, age 84, passed away on June 26, 2019 in St. Petersburg, FL. Phil was born on December 27th, 1934 in Bangor, ME to John Philip Rogers and Edith E. Rogers. They moved to St. Pete in 1938. He is survived by his children, John (Jennifer) Rogers, Scott Rogers, Kellie Piper, and Patrick (Cari) Piper, grandchildren Alexis, Tyler, Peyton, Ryan, Taylor, Logan, Kirsten, and Bree, and nieces Cindi Walls and Marcia Waddell. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Miriam Waddell Rogers.
Phil graduated from St Pete High, Anderson College, University of Tampa, and Stetson Law School. He served in the United States Army, was a radio host in Anderson, SC, then went on to practice law in St. Pete with Masterson, Sundberg, and Rogers, and then with Masterson, Rogers, Masterson, and Lopez until retirement.
During his working years, he enjoyed his free time at his vacation home on Little Gasparilla Island with family and friends. During retirement, he spent his time in the cooler climate of Franklin, NC. His commanding baritone voice will be sorely missed
There will be a private graveside service for family.
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