1123 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, NJ 08753
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James A. Rogers - Owner Manager - NJ Lic. No. 3413
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Joni and Frank Principal lit a candle
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
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My deepest condolences go out to the whole family. Joe was our neighbor. He and his wife, Jinx, were the most caring, loving, and giving people I have ever met in my life. He sure is going to be missed something terribly. Especially when we host our annual barbecue, he always attended and every one loved him. Joe may you fly with the angels with Jinx, and please watch over your family.
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Mary Jane Heiart planted a tree in memory of Joseph Rodgers
Friday, May 22, 2020
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For my dear friends Joe and Jinx Rodgers !
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Barbara hostess MRA posted a condolence
Friday, May 22, 2020
My deepest sympathies to the Rodgers family. So sorry to hear of Joe's passing. He was a wonderful person. I have fond memories of Joe and Jinx, who would come to MRA on Friday night for dinner. It was always a pleasure to see them. Joe, I will miss you, say hello to Jinx for me. Barbara, hostess at MRA
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Rob Rodgers posted a condolence
Friday, May 22, 2020
On the last day of every school year, Pop would tell me to take a moment to appreciate that that moment was the longest summer break was going to be. I remember staring up at him in elementary school and having no idea what to make of it. I also remember looking forward to him sharing this secret perspective with me every year. I try to remind myself from time to time that whatever my "summer break" happens to be, today is the most time I'll have with it and to try to look forward to making the most of it.
Pop always treated me like the person I would become. Even when I didn't understand everything that he said, he'd talk to me like an equal and friend. He came to every little league game, every swim meet. He took me to the beach. He gifted me his love for small peculiarities and the absurdity of everyday life. We had long conversations about the enormity of a cinnabon, specific properties of the perfect pizza crust, and the eternal battle "Catsup Vs Ketchup". I feel very lucky to have so many wonderful memories, big and small. He was an amazing man and one of the most important and influential people in my life.
Cheers Pop.
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Chrissie posted a condolence
Friday, May 22, 2020
WHOOAA (complete with hand/arm movements)....an image etched in my memory bank that always puts a smile on my face when I think of Pop’s reaction to situational stories. Pop is a staple in the fondest of my childhood memories, from holidays in Colonia, with the funniest grab bags that circulated for years, to most of my weekends spent with Nan and Pop at their shore house and at the beach.
Luckily, I have amazing adult memories with Pop as well, such as the first time he held his great grandchildren in his arms, Vermont trips where he and I voiced how we couldn’t wait for everyone else to go skiing so we could read our James Patterson books in peace, our great conversation the time we drove Nan and Pop back from Vermont (and Pop had his opened beer), Pop’s great impression of Horatio Cane (we both loved CSI Miami and Law & Order SVU), and the numerous in-depth conversations, many of which ended with, “Not that there’s anything wrong with that!” Boy, could Pop beat any topic to death, a trait which we all inherited from him.
Pop was there for every important event in my life! He is one of the greatest men I will ever know, and I admire him in every role he had in life, as he met each with dignity, respect, and success! His greatest source of pride was his family, and I had many wonderful conversations with him regarding family and parenting. I will never forget those times where he told me he is proud of my parenting and how I have raised my children....a huge compliment coming from him. From Pop, I learned about parenting, leading by example, acceptance, and unconditional love. Pop couldn’t believe it when I picked he and Nan up at 3 am for their trip, and he talked about it the whole way, not realizing that he had taught me that is what you do for your family....he was just so humble, and his support...unwavering!! Pop had a huge impact on my life, one for which I will always be grateful! My memories of and with him will forever be cherished, and our family will not be the same without him here. I love you, Pop, and I will miss you always!!!!
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Doug Schelmay posted a condolence
Friday, May 22, 2020
I have heard many different things from people over the last few days regarding Pop’s death. “He’s at rest, now” or “He’s with Nan”. Some offer that he “died among family” and “at least he did not suffer in pain”. I have heard a few comments that “he had a good long, life. 92 years.” I may have even said or thought some of these things myself. But the truth of it is that I wasn’t ready. I suppose no one is ready to let go of someone who has had such a tremendous impact on their life, but even though Pop was 92 and we have seen the decline signaling the end of the line for over a year now, it still seems sudden and surreal. This man was my grandfather, a role model, and as I grew older, he became my friend. It saddens me not only that he has passed, but that as a family we cannot even celebrate his life the way that he would have wanted: ALL of us together. Pop loved his family and he routinely commented on how much joy he took seeing everyone together, recognizing how special it was that everyone enjoyed spending time with each other. He often remarked to me how proud he was of his children—my mother and my aunts and uncles—for staying together no matter what because family is most important.
I have many memories of Pop, from being a little boy with him at the beach to him watching my little league games. Later, he and nan would watch me swim in high school and even make the trip to Washington, DC to watch me swim there in college. There were Long Friday nights in Vermont and 14-hour days at Giants stadium. Going to Klees for that thin crust pizza. Family trips to Disney and CA. Golfing on Father’s Day. Dinners with him and Nan at their house, listening to their stories about Mexico and the wonders of the all-inclusive resort. And who could forget his FAVORITE: trips to NYC to watch a Broadway play and later make an unannounced stop to eat a Krispy Kreme donut. Memories too many to count flood my mind, and I am grateful to have had all that time with my grandfather. But to me, some of the best times I have spent with pop were just he and I talking. And we often talked about the same old things again and again (much to the chagrin of those nearby who had heard it all before. Pop would have liked “chagrin”, btw). And that is what I will miss most about him. He was someone who understood why I find certain things particularly funny or odd, and that questioning very small everyday things can often demonstrate the complete ridiculousness of the human condition. It’s why we (and a few others in the family) shared such a love for Seinfeld. Pop loved a good story, and his intolerance for nonsense was nearly as funny as his propensity to find himself somehow wrapped up in it (“WHOAAAA!”). Pop was someone who completely understood the lens through which I see the world and talking with him about things—no matter how silly—were of great comfort to me over the course of my life. While I will miss those discussions the most, I will choose to remember them with great love instead of great sadness. I once took pop to this old, definition of a hole-in-the-wall bar inside the Windjammer Hotel in Seaside Heights. At the time my friends and I were regulars there. Beers were $1 and appetizers were chef’s choice and free. Pop’s kind of place. We sat there for hours, having $1 beers, watching the Yankees, and talking about who-knows-what. But I do know that we had the time of our lives. Grandfather and grandson, sharing a beer and just enjoying being together. That memory I will carry with me for the rest of my life. That memory is how I will remember my Pop—my friend—forever.
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Rob Rodgers Posted May 22, 2020 at 11:49 AM
This is perfect and he would very much appreciate "chagrin".
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Joe Rodgers Posted Jun 5, 2020 at 3:40 AM
I do remember the Loui CK story at Christmas Doug lol. Do you remember when we were at a Jets game and Pop was there. We tailgated and wanted to sneak one more beer into the stadium. So we tucked it in front of our pants and all of us walked through security. Everyone got through except Pop. We walked back and security found his beer, but thought it was so funny an old man was sneaking in a beer, they let him through. Pop talked about it for the rest of the day lol
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Mariel Tringali posted a condolence
Friday, May 22, 2020
Pop, you will be missed. I will always remember the big brownie debate with you and the whole family- nuts or no nuts. You could always be found with a Budweiser in hand speaking the unfiltered truth about everything. So happy you got to see me get married last summer and walk down the aisle. I will always remember it and you. Love you❤️
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sunnshine@comcast.net posted a condolence
Friday, May 22, 2020
Deep sympathy to Terry and the Rodgers family on the loss of your father that was followed so closely after the loss of your mother. Joe Rodgers was the kindest father to all the kids living on Cypress Drive in Colonia. He always had a big smile and a special wave for us kids when he returned home from work. To be married for 68 years says it all and is so special. I know Jinx is waiting for him. I imagine that she has sewn shoulder straps on everything she could find so he can easily carry everything to their beach in heaven.
Much love and support,
Sonya Zarestky
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Zachary Rodgers posted a condolence
Friday, May 22, 2020
My Grandfather was a great man. He would sometimes come and visit us on the weekend. After my brother and I got out of class, we would usually stay and talk with him for a while when we got home. One specific time, he told my brother and I the famous story of how Chuck Connors chested off of him on a test. I will always remember and love him. Love you, Pop
Keith Rodgers posted a condolence
Thursday, May 21, 2020
Pop loved baseball. I'm sure every Rodgers has a favorite baseball memory with Pop. Mine is when he announced that I was the "last hope" to make it to the majors after watching several games of mine. I made it to JV -_-. But more importantly, it's one example of the thoughtful and caring man who was always there for us through all the sporting events, graduations, communions, baptisms, confirmations, weddings, school band concerts, birthdays, and many others. You could always count on our reliable Pop, a trait that is instilled in all of us.
The man also knew what he wanted and enjoyed every bit of it. How else could you explain the Irishman's one Polish pierogi at Christmas Eve dinner? Or long car rides up to Vermont for a ski-less weekend? Well, perhaps a better example, his loving marriage with wife Eleanor ("Jinx", my Nan) for over 60 years and 5 children together. This developed into a long-lasting family bond, which created endless memories at family gatherings throughout my life. If you needed to talk to someone, Pop was there with bundles of stories and reflections on historical events without filter. Who knew that you could live in Newark without locking your front door? Or that the 'd' in Rodgers was added at Ellis Island?
I love my Pop and will miss him forever.
-Keith
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Dorthe Middlebrook posted a condolence
Thursday, May 21, 2020
I clearly remember the day Bill and I were first introduced to our new Vermont neighbors. There was a knock on the door, and gentlemen holding, a bucket, introduced themselves as Ted and Joe. They told us they own the neighbouring house, and had no water. They were wondering if they could have a bucket of water and take a shower. That was late summer of 2007.
I am SO thankful for your misfortune that day. It allowed us to create a beautiful friendship not only with you, Ted and Debbie, but your whole extended family.
I always loved talking to Joe, he had so much to share. In spite of his advanced years he never stopped living life to the fullest.
We will truly miss him. It gives comfort to think that Joe and Jinx are together again.
"They lived and loved and laughed and left..." -James Joyce - And the world will never be the same...
Our deepest Condolences to you all!
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Joe Rodgers posted a condolence
Thursday, May 21, 2020
My grandfather was like a Seinfeld episode: finding humor in the everyday details of life. “Why is this guy going 30mph in a 35? Like we aren’t going slow enough?” He brought joy to our entire family with his relatable humor and his humble nature (and we all thought it was funny when he complained about stuff that we were all thinking but did not say out loud.). He was the life of the party and the man I admired as I got older. Any of his grandchildren, like myself, would tell you he was more than a grandfather, he was our best friend. He made you appreciate every conversation you had with him and was just bursting with insight about the world. I loved him greatly and of course I wish I had more time with him. But even with the harsh reality of these COVID times I was able to say goodbye this weekend and I am so grateful for that. I love you Pop, my fellow April birthday and the man my father was named after and I after him, Joe Rodgers. Rest In Peace to a beautiful soul.
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