Rogers Lee Stock, 70, was called home peacefully on September 10, 2014 while in the loving care of his wife of 47 years, Judy Jarvis Stock. Rogers, a native Arizonan, was born in Snowflake on February 24, 1944 to Edward “Ted” and Fernith Stock who preceded him in death. He grew up in Show Low with his surviving siblings, Bonnie Coffman, Leon, Alan and Lawrence Stock, and Lawrence “Keith” McNeil. Rogers raised his own family in Mesa, and was an adored father to his four children; Wendy Schneider (Eric) of Ammon, ID, Jenny Sherwood (Tim) and Randall Stock of Mesa, AZ, and Jeffrey Stock (Chelsea) of Fort Collins, CO. He loved his role as a grandfather and was equally loved and admired by his 16 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Rogers, an honors graduate of ASU, was highly successful in franchise sales for several auto parts suppliers; but his true life-long passions involved the great outdoors, including hunting, fishing, camping and gardening. He was a devout member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, faithfully serving his fellow man and his Heavenly Father in many capacities, none more cherished than his 2-year mission to the Northern States. A visitation will be held on September 15th from 6-8PM at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way in Mesa. Funeral services will take place on September 16th at 10AM at the LDS Church on 2220 N. Harris Dr. in Mesa, followed by graveside services at the Show Low City Cemetery at 4:30PM.
I will miss him. Paul had such great respect for him as they served as home teachers together. Rogers was always willing to go with him at any time. Rogers was a example of service to those around him. I believe Paul and Rogers will be able to serve their God with greater strength with out having their physical frailties to hinder them. What a joyous blessing that will be for both of them.
I’m very sorry for your loss, and I wanted to offer you some comfort that I’ve found in the Bible. Isaiah 25:8 says “God will swallow up death forever, and the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will wipe away the tears from all faces.” I hope this verse brings you some comfort as you cherish the memories of your loved one.