Robert Theodore Rogers, affectionately known as "Ted," passed away on August 1, 2024, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of dedication, service, and community spirit. Born on August 16, 1933, Ted's life was marked by his unwavering commitment to his faith, family, and community.

Ted "Fireballer" Rogers first made headlines as a star pitcher for the Forest Hill Bulldogs, leading his team to victory against the formidable Hinton Bobcats in a memorable high school baseball game.
After graduating from Berea College in 1954 with a Bachelors Degree in Agriculture, Ted served his country with honor in the US Army for two years. Upon his return, he began a successful career with the Southern States Cooperative Farm Supply. His entrepreneurial spirit soon led him to own and operate Southern States Rogers Farm Supply in Hinton. Venturing into petroleum distribution, Ted founded R. T. Rogers Oil Co., Inc., in 1971. Under his leadership the company grew from three employees to a thriving business of over 100 employees before he retired in 2008.

Ted was an esteemed member of the community and served on numerous boards throughout West Virginia, including Kiwanis, Jaycees, West Virginia Oil Marketers & Grocers Association, National Bank of Summers, Horizon Bancorp, WV Power Company, City National Bank, Summers County Hospital, WV Parkways Commission, Hinton Area Foundation and the Concord University Board of Governors. His commitment to his community was unwavering.

For 65 years, Ted was a devoted deacon, treasurer and teacher at the Fairview Baptist Church in Forest Hill, WV where his faith and leadership touched many lives. His journey has now led him to his Savior's embrace, where he will hear the words, "Well done, good and faithful servant" (Matthew 25:23).

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mark and Kathryn Rogers, his wife, Clarene Rogers, and brother Neil (Dottie) Rogers.

He is survived by his loving wife, Susan Rogers, and his children: Doug (Kim) Rogers of Charlotte, NC, Greg (Lori) Rogers of Hinton, WV, Jan (Tom) Crouthamel of Madison, VA, Jennifer (Phil) Riggleman of Beverly, WV, Meg Hodge of Rocky Mount, VA.

He is also survived by his 17 grandchildren: Charity Schrader of Matthews, NC, Rachael (John) McGee of Morgantown, WV; RP (Breanne) Rogers of Bellevue, WA, Jill (Jacob) Trout of Nimitz, WV; Zachary (Mindy) Crouthamel of Lynchburg, VA; Luke (Maggie) Crouthamel of Ruckersville, VA; Kathryn Crouthamel of Madison, VA; Brooke (Jonathan) Harvill of New York, NY; Brianne (Quinn) Walker of Charlottesville, VA; Beau Crouthamel of Madison, VA; Catie (James) Gainer of Louisville, KY; Isaac (Bethany) Riggleman of Beverly, WV; Caleb (Amanda) Riggleman of Murfreesboro, NC; Adam (Shannon) Riggleman of Savannah, GA; Susan (Jacques) Guillembet of Elkins, WV; Alex (Crystal) Woodward of Yulee, FL and Sydney Hodge of Farmville, NC.

He is survived by 25 Great-Grandchildren: Madison, Mack, and Macie McGee; Theophilis, Alem, Aidah, Zadok (+1) Rogers; Dawson, Oakley, Eleanor, Finegan, and Ranger Trout; Emmalyn Crouthamel; Clayton, Clara, and Caroline Crouthamel; Hallie, Landon, and Bo Gainer; Ava and Sadie Riggleman; Jace Riggleman; and Taylor, Peyton, and Cameron Woodward.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 pm on Sunday, August 4, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Hinton, WV with Pastor Charles Drake officiating. A private burial will follow at Fairview Church Cemetery in Forest Hill.  Friends may visit from 1:00 pm until the time of service at First Baptist Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to any of the following: Victory 127 (v127.org/give), 732 Covered Bridge Drive, Madison, Va 22727, Hospice of Southern WV (hospiceofsouthernwv.org) PO Box 1472, Beckley, WV 25801 Camp Summers of WV, 711 4-H Camp Road, Forest Hill, WV 24935