With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Lee Ernest Rogers, 92, of Manning, SC, widower of the late Evelena Rogers, who passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024.

Life Reflections

Lee Ernest Rogers was born on September 21, 1931 in Manning, South Carolina, the son of the late Alice Rogers and Dozier Rogers. He entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, July 16, 2024.

Lee Ernest attended the public schools in Clarendon County, South Carolina.

Early in life, Lee Ernest joined Holly Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Manning, South Carolina. He was a very dedicated member of the Church and paid his tithes faithfully.

Lee Ernest was an avid outdoorsman, always tinkering, hammering and building something in the yard.

Lee Ernest was first married to Lorena Rogers and later to Evelena Wallace Rogers.

Lee Ernest was first employed as a farmer. He was later employed at Alcolu Mills, retiring at age 62.

He really enjoyed his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Loved ones left to cherish his memories: four daughters, Margaret Tillett of New York, NY, Pernetha Rogers, Evelena Rogers and Ernestine Rogers all of Manning, SC; one son, Donald Rogers of Manning, SC; reared as a son, Michael Rogers of Columbia, SC; two brothers, James Arthur (Rosa Lee) Rogers of Manning, SC and Elliott Rogers of New York, NY; one sister, Ethel Mitchell of New York, NY; along with a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, other relatives and friends.

The family is receiving friends and family at 200 Breedin Street, Manning, SC,

All arrangements and professional services have been entrusted to Henryhand Funeral Home of Kingstree, SC. 843-354-2292.