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ROGERS -- James L Rogers, 86, passed away at home with family by his side, March 1, 2011. Jim, as he was known by his friends, was born in Wapello, Iowa, May 30, 1924. He moved to Denver with his family, and graduated with honors, from Colorado University. He and his wife moved to Albuquerque in 1953, so that Jim could start his career at Sandia National Labs as an electrical engineer. He served in the Navy and was a veteran of WWII. Jim loved his Corvette, dancing, skiing, fishing, and traveling with his family, especially after he retired. He was an excellent chess player and was an accomplished bowler. Called "Mr. Wizard" by his daughter, he always knew how to fix just about anything. He was never happier than in the company of his wife and family. A wonderful husband, father and friend, Jim will be greatly missed. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, and his only brother, W. Keith Rogers. Jim is survived by his wife of 59 yrs, Ginny; his daughter Julie DelMarcelle and husband Pierre; son Brian Rogers and wife Kay, all of Alb; and his daughter Lesley Weichbrodt and husband Michael, of Seattle. He had five grandchildren, David and Haley DelMarcelle, Jacob, Benjamin, and Samuel Weichbrodt. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Animal Humane Assoc. Memorial Service and Reception will be Friday, March 11, 2011, at 10:00 a.m., at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Wyoming Chapel. To view funeral information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. Jim's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Wed March 09, 2011