Clem Rogers Jr. 75, of Granite City, Illinois passed away at 12:45 p.m. on Monday, November 8, 2021, at Granite Nursing and Rehab in Granite City.
He was born September 17, 1946, in Granite City, a son of the late Clem D. Rogers Sr. and Stephanie (Barlock) Rogers. He retired from Terminal Railroad after many years of dedicated service as a clerk. He was of the Catholic faith and raised in St. Mary’s Parish in Madison. He had a love of music and was a self-taught musician and had played with numerous bands throughout the years. He enjoyed playing the harmonica, conga drums, and washboard instrument. He was also a talented woodworker.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanine L. (Grohs) Rogers who passed away on October 20, 2015, and two brothers-in-law, John Ellis and Ralph Krausz.
He is survived by three sisters and a brother-in-law, Margaret “Marge” and Gerald Fels of Arnold, Missouri, Audrey Ellis of Madison and Marilyn Krausz of Granite City; many nieces; nephews; great-nieces; great-nephews; cousins; other extended family and friends.
In celebration of his life, a graveside service will be held at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Edwardsville at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 16, 2021, with Father Steve Thompson officiating. Memorials may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Madison. Irwin Chapel of Granite City is in charge of arrangements. www.irwinchapel.com
