Doyle Richard Rogers

Doyle Richard Rogers, age 91 of Mount Gilead passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Country View of Sunbury. He was born on April 30, 1935, in Morrow County to the late Leonard "L.T." and Mildred B. (Duston) Rogers.

Doyle graduated from Marengo High School and served in the Ohio National Guard from 1953 to 1959. He had worked at North American Aviation, then for Western & Southern as an Insurance Agent and later a meat manager at B & R Cardinal in Marengo until his retirement. Doyle was a member of Sacred Hearts Church in Cardington and an active member of the Knights of Columbus. He attained the Fourth Degree in the Knights of Columbus through an exemplification honoring USM Sir Knight George L. Mallison.

Doyle found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He had a passion for gardening and took great pride in working with his hands, always enjoying the challenge of fixing or building something. An avid reader with a deep appreciation for history, Doyle was always eager to learn something new. He also loved spending time outdoors, whether he was fishing or rabbit hunting, finding peace and contentment in nature. These hobbies reflected his hardworking spirit, curiosity, and appreciation for life's quiet moments. Family was everything to Doyle, he was so proud of his children and his eight grandchildren in all of their accomplishments.

On February 27, 1954, Doyle married his high school sweetheart, Dorthea M. (Fitzpatrick) In Columbus at Holy Name Catholic Church. Dorthea preceded him in death on February 5, 2016.

Doyle is survived by his children: Ronald Rogers of Richwood, Allen Rogers of Powell and Teresa King of North Canton, sister Doris Johnson of Columbus and brother Paul Rogers of Marengo; eight grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents and his wife, Doyle was preceded in death by his daughter Pamela Dettra, son Roger Rogers, daughter-in-law Linda Rogers and his brothers Neil and Raymond "Bub" Rogers.

Friends may call on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Gompf Funeral Home, 440 Center Street in Cardington. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday July 8, 2026, at 10:30 AM at Sacred Hearts Church, 4680 US Highway 42, Cardington, Ohio 43315. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 1295 Fairview Ave., Galion, Ohio 44833.

Gompf Funeral Service of Cardington is honored to have been chosen to assist the Roger's family with Doyle's final wishes. Condolences may be expressed to his family at www.gompffh.com.