Steven Rogers

READING, PA- Steven E. Rogers, 69, formerly of West Wardsboro, VT, died peacefully on Sunday, June 18, in Reading Hospital.  
He was born August 2, 1953, and was the son of Edward and Jewel (Bassemir) Rogers. Steven received his GED from Brattleboro Union High School. He was an auto mechanic for most of his life until he became disabled.
He married Sharon  Allen in November 1975. They lived in West Wardsboro, VT, until 2005 when they relocated to Fleetwood, to be near their son and family.  He was a member of the Wardsboro, VT, Fire Department where he served as assistant chief for several years. Steven  ran a small engine repair business at his home for many years.  
Besides his wife, he leaves a son Jeffrey Allen (Roberta) and grandson Joshua Michael, who was the light of his life.  He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister Betsy; several aunts and uncles; and a cousin.
Services will be held on Saturday, July 15, at 1 pm in the West Wardsboro cemetery followed by a reception next door.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations should be sent to the Wardsboro Volunteer Fire Department, Wardsboro, VT  05355.