1918
2014
Eugenia Ray Rodgers, 95, died July 17, 2014 at Brandon Nursing & Rehab. Visitation will be held Saturday, July 19, 2014 at 12:30 p.m. at Wright & Ferguson Funeral Home on High Street in Jackson, MS. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. at the funeral home with burial to follow at Lakewood Memorial Park on Clinton Boulevard.
She was born in Weir, MS and was a long-time resident of Jackson. Mrs. Rodgers was a homemaker with a love for gardening and a great talent for crocheting. At the time of her death, she was a resident at Brandon Nursing & Rehab.
Her husband, Upton E. Rodgers, preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, and three sisters. Mrs. Rodgers is survived by her son, Toby Rodgers, and his wife, Beck of Florence, MS, as well as a host of nieces and nephews.
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July 19, 2014
David and Donna Odum
Toby and Becky,
I am so sorry I could not be there with you. Aunt Eugenia was a sweet lady. May God bless and keep you during this time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
July 17, 2014
Ramona McKenzie
Mrs. Rodgers was a very special and sweet person. She was a part of our family. She was the best cook and taught me how to crochet. I will miss her.
July 18, 2014
The Staff of Wright & Ferguson Funeral Home
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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