Elsie Rogers Obituary

We are sad to announce that on February 8, 2023 we had to say goodbye to Elsie Rogers of Burlington, North Carolina, born in Alamance, North Carolina. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Elsie Rogers to show support.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, James Mayfield Shanks and Bessie Elizabeth Moore Shanks; her spouse Donnell Edward Rogers, Sr.; her son Donnell Rogers, Jr. (Tina); her grandchildren, Kristoffer T. Rogers (Kelley) and Kameron T. Rogers; her great grandchildren, Emeri Lewis and Lilliana Rogers; her siblings, Mary Shanks Petty (Charlie) and James Shanks, Jr. (Linda); her niece Lisa Shanks; and her great-nieces and great-nephews, Monica Shanks, LaVida Shanks, Valencia Shanks, Nicholas Shanks and Christopher Shanks.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Sharpe Funeral Home Inc

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February 9, 2023

Sean Ewing wrote a sympathy message

“Miss and love you so much Elsie. You were a mother-figure for me here in Alamance County. You taught me, mentored me, and showed so much compassion to myself and others. Iza and I will deeply miss you and will never forget you. Rest in Peace angel.”

February 9, 2023

Ernest Lewis Jr. wrote a sympathy message

“I had the privilege of working alongside Ms. Elsie in local politics. She was a stabilizing and steady force in the midst of chaotic and challenging work. She always had a kind word of encouragement. I am sending my love and prayers for grace and peace as you honor and mourn her.”