Rogers couple marks 50th wedding anniversary

The 50th wedding anniversary of Arlis and Ela Ray Walker Rogers was celebrated recently at the home of their daughter, Pamela Vaughn and her husband, Michael. The couple was honored at an afternoon reception attended by approximately 100 friends and family members.

Hosts for the gala event were their two daughters, a son and five grandchildren that included the Vaughn couple and their daughters, Amanda and Sarah; Vickie and Rusty Dodd; Theresia and Keith Rogers, Derrin, Katie and Lucas.

The Rogers were married March 20, 1954 in Rossville, Ga. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and retired in 1992 as a plumber and electrician. After 31 years employment at Eastside School as a teacher’s assistant, Mrs. Rogers retired at the end of this school year.

They reside at their home on Rock Station Road in Rock Island.