William Rogers

William "Bill" Rogers, 81, of Cape Girardeau, formerly of Chicago, died Sunday, April 8, 2018, at Missouri Veterans Home.

He was born March 9, 1937, in Chicago to William and Geraldine McClure Rogers. He and Patricia Siemien were married Aug. 10, 1968, at Chicago.

He served in the Army from 1960 to 1962. He received an associate degree while in the service.

Bill was a salesman for Ampex Corp. and achieved recognition as top salesman for the company. His clients included recording studios, universities and television stations.

He was an avid sports fan, especially of the Arizona Cardinals, going back to when they were the Chicago Cardinals.

Survivors include his wife, Patricia Rogers of Cape Girardeau; two daughters, Michele (Michael Carroll) Rogers of Cape Girardeau and Kelly Freskos of Mount Prospect, Illinois; a grandson, Trevor Carroll of Cape Girardeau; and a granddaughter, Madison Freskos of Mount Prospect.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a son-in-law, Charles Freskos.

There will be no visitation or service.

Online condolences may be made at www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com.

Ford and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.