of Marion, AR
January 12, 1940 - November 26, 2025
Ann Rogers, born January 12, 1940, in Paragould, Arkansas to William A. Holmes, Sr. and Ola B. Holmes, nee Morgan. She died November 26, 2025, at her home in Marion, AR.
Ann was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Mary Lou Brewer of Paragould and brother Gene Nipper of Rockford, IL.
Ann grew up in Paragould, AR and graduated from Paragould High School in 1958. She married Rex Brooks Rogers on March 19, 1960. They were blessed with two children, a son Den and daughter Terry. She graduated from Arkansas State University with a degree in Education. Her first teaching job was in a 2-room schoolhouse in Dixie, AR. She and her family moved to Trumann, AR in 1964 where she taught first grade. The family moved to West Memphis in 1968 and then to Marion in 1974. She taught second grade at Maddox Elementary School for 6 years and in Marion for 2 years before retiring to help raise her children and help her husband in the homebuilding business in Marion. Later in life she returned to teaching at Weaver Elementary School in West Memphis. After a final retirement from teaching, she and Rex continued to work together in their businesses.
Ann was a lifelong member of the Methodist Church and continually active in her Church. Her ministry was singing in the choir and teaching Sunday School. She was highly active in the United Methodist Women organization and helped with putting together the Marion UMC's cookbooks. She was also active in her community and was a member of the Red Hats Society, United Daughters of the Confederacy and a founding member of the Crittenden County Landlords Association of which she was president for several years. Her favorite hobbies were cooking, canning jams and jellies, sewing and gardening.
Ann is survived by her husband, of 65 years, Rex; son, Den (Tammy) Rogers of West Memphis; daughter Terry (Jeff) Long of Hernando, MS. Grandsons, Graham (Kristen) Rogers, William (Lauren) Rogers, Mark Patrick, Luke Patrick and Ben Patrick. Great Grandchildren, Elliot Rogers, John Michael Rogers, and Lottie Brooks Rogers. Brother Bill (Kaye) Holmes of Paragould and Brother-in-law Jeff Brewer of Jonesboro. Many nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to express thanks to everyone who knew and loved Ann, especially Delois Lewis and Billy Ervin who helped around the house in many ways.
Services will be held at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Memphis, Arkansas, on Thursday, December 4th, 2025, beginning with visitation at 11:00 a.m., followed by the service at 12:00 p.m. Burial will follow in Paragould, Arkansas at Greene County Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Roller-Citizens Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution be made to the charity of the donor's choice.
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10 Condolence(s)
Linda and Vernon Coale
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Rex and family, we are so sorry for your loss. We thought a lot of Ann and you. I was thinking of you two the other day.
Reggie Rogers
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Our Condolences to our distant family. She will always be remembered as Aunt Anna Rose, a very lovely and loving lady. She and Uncle Rex were the model couple, hence their 65 years of marriage. Our prayers to Den, Terry and their families and especially Rex ❤️
Doris Clark
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
So sorry to hear of Anne‘s death.
We were great friends of Anne’s while we served the Marion United Methodist Church for 11 years. We played lots of games together and had great fellowship. She was a special lady. God bless her family.
Janie Baber
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Ann was such a gem, so kind and interesting and fun to us as newcomers to Marion UMC. She will be missed but her legacy will live on forever.
Amy Sisson
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Mr. Rex, Den & Terry,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of sweet Mrs Ann. The doors of her home were always open to a hoard of rowdy band kids. Whether it be an organized band party or an impromptu drop in , she was always welcoming with opened arms.
Thoughts and prayers for your family over the coming days.
Amy Sisson (Payne)
ANDREW D LUTTRELL
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Prayers for the Roger's family.
Kay Gregory
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
So Sorry for your loss.
Amanda King
Monday, December 1, 2025
Mr. Rodgers. I’m so sorry for your loss. I remember yall coming into Shake Shack and getting vegetable beef soup. Mrs Rodgers was always so kind. Praying for you and your family.
O.D. & Nannette Baker
Monday, December 1, 2025
Den & family,
OD & I were so sorry to hear about your Mother. She was always so sweet. May God comfort you.
Phil 4:13
Teresa McCain
Monday, December 1, 2025
Den and family, I’m so sorry to learn of your loss and ask our loving Heavenly Father to comfort you and give you peace during this sad, difficult time. May He shower His blessings upon you all. 🙏