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Remembering George E.  Rodgers

Rodgers, George E. George E. Rodgers, aged 90 of Caledonia, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 27, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Nannie Rodgers; sister, Helen Near; brothers, Clarence Rodgers, Ralph Rodgers, and Avery Rodgers. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Evelyn; children, Wayne and Patricia Rodgers, Lee and Norah Rodgers, Ila and Dan Matteson; six grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; brother, Irvin and Lois Rodgers; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Floyd and Donna Brunsink, Jerry and Joyce Brunsink, Ellen Jones; and many nieces and nephews. George proudly served his country in the US Army during World War II. He was a life-long dairy farmer in the Caledonia area and served 16 years on the Caledonia School Board. Funeral services for George will be held on Wednesday at 1:00 pm at Peace Church, 6950 Cherry Valley Road, Middleville with Rev. Adam Baar officiating. Interment Lakeside Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home, 616 E. Main Street, Caledonia on Tuesday from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to Caledonia Area Schools Foundation.    

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So happy that Uncle George is at peace. I'm sure he has been warmly welcomed into Heaven by Mom, Dad, Grandpa, Grandma, and the rest of the family. Will be thinking of you Aunt Evelyn, Wayne, Lee, Ila, and families in the days to come. Betty Near

Dear Evelyn, Wayne & Pat, Lee & Norah, Ila & Dan & families, You have my sympathy and prayers at this time. George Rodgers

Dear Evelyn and Family, We just had a phone call from Henry Jr, telling us that George had passed away. You have our sympathy. We are still away for the winter and won't be able to attend the funeral. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Russell Dykstra

With respect and admiration I worked with George on the Board of Education. I will always miss his insight and wisdom. David Clark

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