Service is Jan 20 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Seattle. See obituary below.
Henry Stanley Fraser Rogers is the son of Henry Rogers and Marjorie Rosevear, who resided in Ontario, Canada. He had a brother James Rogers.
Henry receives part of his birth name from his grandmother Millicent Clara Austin Fraser (1872-1960). Henry's grandfather was also known as Henry Rogers and as Henry Edward Alfred Rogers (1872-1954).
On 16 May 1953, Henry "Harry" married his sweetheart, Helen. They are mentioned in the Canada Newspapers in their marriage record. Harry and Helen came to Washington State where they spent many years. They were in Montana for a shorter time, and Nevada in their early years.
Harry and Helen moved back to Washington State and settled for many years in Bellevue, WA. Harry was an Episcopalian Bishop with the church. Harry was an amazing man.
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Obituary published in the Seattle Times, 17 December 2023-
The Reverend Henry Stanley Fraser Rogers passed away on November 20, 2023, at Overlake Hospital after a brief illness, at the age of 96.
"Harry," or "Hemmy," as he was known to his friends and family, was born on June 7, 1927, in Port Arthur, Ontario, the first son of Harry (Henry) James Rogers and Marjorie Adelaide Rosevear. The family moved from Port Arthur to Winnipeg Manitoba and from there to Vancouver British Columbia in 1940. Harry attended the University Hill School, graduating in 1946, and went on to the University of British Columbia from which he earned a BA in 1950, and a Bachelor of Commerce degree in 1954 with a Diploma in Hospital Administration.
It was at the University Hill school that Harry first met Helen de Lotbiniere-Harwood. A few years later, while at UBC, he determined that Helen was the girl for him, and schemed a way to give her and her sister a ride home in his jalopy. Within a week she had his fraternity pin, and a happy wedding followed on May 9, 1953. After a brief stint at Vancouver General Hospital, Harry decided to move his family, which now included a son to Ely, Nevada, then on to Sedro Woolley, Washington, Port Angeles, Washington, Helena, Montana, and finally to Seattle where Harry was Administrator of the Northgate General Hospital. Harry rose the corporate ladder, becoming Regional Vice President of National Medical Enterprises. In 1978 he left Northgate General Hospital and took a position with Seacom Services, a division of Ballard General Hospital, to develop Durable Medical Services for the Home Health Agency. In 1980 he became Director of Operations for the Danmore Company and in 1986 he joined Regency Care Services, both in the field of long-term care.
With his corporate moves came a growing family. In addition to their first son, added were a second son, and three daughters. Harry was above all a family man and he enjoyed watching his family expand. He and Helen were fond of camping and hiking and the children made for lively trips and experiences.
Harry was also a man of deep faith which he shared with his family. While he found his corporate life challenging, he longed for something more. In 1975 he was ordained to the Diaconate of the Episcopal Church at St. Mark's Cathedral in Seattle and four years later, in 1979, he was ordained as a Priest at St. Paul's in Seattle.
Harry had many gifts. He was an avid tinkerer; he loved to build things and he remodeled many of his homes. In his later years he was a fine gardener, producing wonderful vegetables and beautiful flowers. He loved his black Scottie dogs, "Abby" and "Kiltie." But above all he loved his family, and he loved people. He had the rare gift of being able to engage others in meaningful exchanges-- this might take place at a grocery store with a clerk, in a restaurant with a waiter, or in a hospital with a nurse. There was always a twinkle in his eyes when he asked a leading question and followed it up with a pleasant response. Parties with friends, and family gatherings for dinner, were always special, and, like a good Episcopalian, he enjoyed his glass of Scotch on these occasions. He was well balanced, generous, and thoughtful and had an abundance of patience. As one friend observed, "Harry preached and lived the principle that we should unequivocally love one another! We can only hope to carry it on in our own lives!"
Harry was preceded in death by his wife Helen in February 2021. He is survived by his sister Elaine Claridge, and his five children, and six grandchildren and six great grandchildren, with another due shortly.
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Henry Stanley Fraser Rogers is the son of Henry Rogers and Marjorie Rosevear, who resided in Ontario, Canada. He had a brother James Rogers.
Henry receives part of his birth name from his grandmother Millicent Clara Austin Fraser (1872-1960). Henry's grandfather was also known as Henry Rogers and as Henry Edward Alfred Rogers (1872-1954).
On 16 May 1953, Henry "Harry" married his sweetheart, Helen. They are mentioned in the Canada Newspapers in their marriage record. Harry and Helen came to Washington State where they spent many years. They were in Montana for a shorter time, and Nevada in their early years.
Harry and Helen moved back to Washington State and settled for many years in Bellevue, WA. Harry was an Episcopalian Bishop with the church. Harry was an amazing man.
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Obituary published in the Seattle Times, 17 December 2023-
The Reverend Henry Stanley Fraser Rogers passed away on November 20, 2023, at Overlake Hospital after a brief illness, at the age of 96.
"Harry," or "Hemmy," as he was known to his friends and family, was born on June 7, 1927, in Port Arthur, Ontario, the first son of Harry (Henry) James Rogers and Marjorie Adelaide Rosevear. The family moved from Port Arthur to Winnipeg Manitoba and from there to Vancouver British Columbia in 1940. Harry attended the University Hill School, graduating in 1946, and went on to the University of British Columbia from which he earned a BA in 1950, and a Bachelor of Commerce degree in 1954 with a Diploma in Hospital Administration.
It was at the University Hill school that Harry first met Helen de Lotbiniere-Harwood. A few years later, while at UBC, he determined that Helen was the girl for him, and schemed a way to give her and her sister a ride home in his jalopy. Within a week she had his fraternity pin, and a happy wedding followed on May 9, 1953. After a brief stint at Vancouver General Hospital, Harry decided to move his family, which now included a son to Ely, Nevada, then on to Sedro Woolley, Washington, Port Angeles, Washington, Helena, Montana, and finally to Seattle where Harry was Administrator of the Northgate General Hospital. Harry rose the corporate ladder, becoming Regional Vice President of National Medical Enterprises. In 1978 he left Northgate General Hospital and took a position with Seacom Services, a division of Ballard General Hospital, to develop Durable Medical Services for the Home Health Agency. In 1980 he became Director of Operations for the Danmore Company and in 1986 he joined Regency Care Services, both in the field of long-term care.
With his corporate moves came a growing family. In addition to their first son, added were a second son, and three daughters. Harry was above all a family man and he enjoyed watching his family expand. He and Helen were fond of camping and hiking and the children made for lively trips and experiences.
Harry was also a man of deep faith which he shared with his family. While he found his corporate life challenging, he longed for something more. In 1975 he was ordained to the Diaconate of the Episcopal Church at St. Mark's Cathedral in Seattle and four years later, in 1979, he was ordained as a Priest at St. Paul's in Seattle.
Harry had many gifts. He was an avid tinkerer; he loved to build things and he remodeled many of his homes. In his later years he was a fine gardener, producing wonderful vegetables and beautiful flowers. He loved his black Scottie dogs, "Abby" and "Kiltie." But above all he loved his family, and he loved people. He had the rare gift of being able to engage others in meaningful exchanges-- this might take place at a grocery store with a clerk, in a restaurant with a waiter, or in a hospital with a nurse. There was always a twinkle in his eyes when he asked a leading question and followed it up with a pleasant response. Parties with friends, and family gatherings for dinner, were always special, and, like a good Episcopalian, he enjoyed his glass of Scotch on these occasions. He was well balanced, generous, and thoughtful and had an abundance of patience. As one friend observed, "Harry preached and lived the principle that we should unequivocally love one another! We can only hope to carry it on in our own lives!"
Harry was preceded in death by his wife Helen in February 2021. He is survived by his sister Elaine Claridge, and his five children, and six grandchildren and six great grandchildren, with another due shortly.
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Service is Jan 20 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Seattle. See obituary below.
Henry Stanley Fraser Rogers is the son of Henry Rogers and Marjorie Rosevear, who resided in Ontario, Canada. He had a brother James Rogers.
Henry receives part of his birth name from his grandmother Millicent Clara Austin Fraser (1872-1960). Henry's grandfather was also known as Henry Rogers and as Henry Edward Alfred Rogers (1872-1954).
On 16 May 1953, Henry "Harry" married his sweetheart, Helen. They are mentioned in the Canada Newspapers in their marriage record. Harry and Helen came to Washington State where they spent many years. They were in Montana for a shorter time, and Nevada in their early years.
Harry and Helen moved back to Washington State and settled for many years in Bellevue, WA. Harry was an Episcopalian Bishop with the church. Harry was an amazing man.
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Obituary published in the Seattle Times, 17 December 2023-
The Reverend Henry Stanley Fraser Rogers passed away on November 20, 2023, at Overlake Hospital after a brief illness, at the age of 96.
"Harry," or "Hemmy," as he was known to his friends and family, was born on June 7, 1927, in Port Arthur, Ontario, the first son of Harry (Henry) James Rogers and Marjorie Adelaide Rosevear. The family moved from Port Arthur to Winnipeg Manitoba and from there to Vancouver British Columbia in 1940. Harry attended the University Hill School, graduating in 1946, and went on to the University of British Columbia from which he earned a BA in 1950, and a Bachelor of Commerce degree in 1954 with a Diploma in Hospital Administration.
It was at the University Hill school that Harry first met Helen de Lotbiniere-Harwood. A few years later, while at UBC, he determined that Helen was the girl for him, and schemed a way to give her and her sister a ride home in his jalopy. Within a week she had his fraternity pin, and a happy wedding followed on May 9, 1953. After a brief stint at Vancouver General Hospital, Harry decided to move his family, which now included a son to Ely, Nevada, then on to Sedro Woolley, Washington, Port Angeles, Washington, Helena, Montana, and finally to Seattle where Harry was Administrator of the Northgate General Hospital. Harry rose the corporate ladder, becoming Regional Vice President of National Medical Enterprises. In 1978 he left Northgate General Hospital and took a position with Seacom Services, a division of Ballard General Hospital, to develop Durable Medical Services for the Home Health Agency. In 1980 he became Director of Operations for the Danmore Company and in 1986 he joined Regency Care Services, both in the field of long-term care.
With his corporate moves came a growing family. In addition to their first son, added were a second son, and three daughters. Harry was above all a family man and he enjoyed watching his family expand. He and Helen were fond of camping and hiking and the children made for lively trips and experiences.
Harry was also a man of deep faith which he shared with his family. While he found his corporate life challenging, he longed for something more. In 1975 he was ordained to the Diaconate of the Episcopal Church at St. Mark's Cathedral in Seattle and four years later, in 1979, he was ordained as a Priest at St. Paul's in Seattle.
Harry had many gifts. He was an avid tinkerer; he loved to build things and he remodeled many of his homes. In his later years he was a fine gardener, producing wonderful vegetables and beautiful flowers. He loved his black Scottie dogs, "Abby" and "Kiltie." But above all he loved his family, and he loved people. He had the rare gift of being able to engage others in meaningful exchanges-- this might take place at a grocery store with a clerk, in a restaurant with a waiter, or in a hospital with a nurse. There was always a twinkle in his eyes when he asked a leading question and followed it up with a pleasant response. Parties with friends, and family gatherings for dinner, were always special, and, like a good Episcopalian, he enjoyed his glass of Scotch on these occasions. He was well balanced, generous, and thoughtful and had an abundance of patience. As one friend observed, "Harry preached and lived the principle that we should unequivocally love one another! We can only hope to carry it on in our own lives!"
Harry was preceded in death by his wife Helen in February 2021. He is survived by his sister Elaine Claridge, and his five children, and six grandchildren and six great grandchildren, with another due shortly.
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Henry Stanley Fraser Rogers is the son of Henry Rogers and Marjorie Rosevear, who resided in Ontario, Canada. He had a brother James Rogers.
Henry receives part of his birth name from his grandmother Millicent Clara Austin Fraser (1872-1960). Henry's grandfather was also known as Henry Rogers and as Henry Edward Alfred Rogers (1872-1954).
On 16 May 1953, Henry "Harry" married his sweetheart, Helen. They are mentioned in the Canada Newspapers in their marriage record. Harry and Helen came to Washington State where they spent many years. They were in Montana for a shorter time, and Nevada in their early years.
Harry and Helen moved back to Washington State and settled for many years in Bellevue, WA. Harry was an Episcopalian Bishop with the church. Harry was an amazing man.
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Obituary published in the Seattle Times, 17 December 2023-
The Reverend Henry Stanley Fraser Rogers passed away on November 20, 2023, at Overlake Hospital after a brief illness, at the age of 96.
"Harry," or "Hemmy," as he was known to his friends and family, was born on June 7, 1927, in Port Arthur, Ontario, the first son of Harry (Henry) James Rogers and Marjorie Adelaide Rosevear. The family moved from Port Arthur to Winnipeg Manitoba and from there to Vancouver British Columbia in 1940. Harry attended the University Hill School, graduating in 1946, and went on to the University of British Columbia from which he earned a BA in 1950, and a Bachelor of Commerce degree in 1954 with a Diploma in Hospital Administration.
It was at the University Hill school that Harry first met Helen de Lotbiniere-Harwood. A few years later, while at UBC, he determined that Helen was the girl for him, and schemed a way to give her and her sister a ride home in his jalopy. Within a week she had his fraternity pin, and a happy wedding followed on May 9, 1953. After a brief stint at Vancouver General Hospital, Harry decided to move his family, which now included a son to Ely, Nevada, then on to Sedro Woolley, Washington, Port Angeles, Washington, Helena, Montana, and finally to Seattle where Harry was Administrator of the Northgate General Hospital. Harry rose the corporate ladder, becoming Regional Vice President of National Medical Enterprises. In 1978 he left Northgate General Hospital and took a position with Seacom Services, a division of Ballard General Hospital, to develop Durable Medical Services for the Home Health Agency. In 1980 he became Director of Operations for the Danmore Company and in 1986 he joined Regency Care Services, both in the field of long-term care.
With his corporate moves came a growing family. In addition to their first son, added were a second son, and three daughters. Harry was above all a family man and he enjoyed watching his family expand. He and Helen were fond of camping and hiking and the children made for lively trips and experiences.
Harry was also a man of deep faith which he shared with his family. While he found his corporate life challenging, he longed for something more. In 1975 he was ordained to the Diaconate of the Episcopal Church at St. Mark's Cathedral in Seattle and four years later, in 1979, he was ordained as a Priest at St. Paul's in Seattle.
Harry had many gifts. He was an avid tinkerer; he loved to build things and he remodeled many of his homes. In his later years he was a fine gardener, producing wonderful vegetables and beautiful flowers. He loved his black Scottie dogs, "Abby" and "Kiltie." But above all he loved his family, and he loved people. He had the rare gift of being able to engage others in meaningful exchanges-- this might take place at a grocery store with a clerk, in a restaurant with a waiter, or in a hospital with a nurse. There was always a twinkle in his eyes when he asked a leading question and followed it up with a pleasant response. Parties with friends, and family gatherings for dinner, were always special, and, like a good Episcopalian, he enjoyed his glass of Scotch on these occasions. He was well balanced, generous, and thoughtful and had an abundance of patience. As one friend observed, "Harry preached and lived the principle that we should unequivocally love one another! We can only hope to carry it on in our own lives!"
Harry was preceded in death by his wife Helen in February 2021. He is survived by his sister Elaine Claridge, and his five children, and six grandchildren and six great grandchildren, with another due shortly.
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