Raymond J. Rogers, 75, of Iowa passed away on Friday, July 25, 2014 in his residence. Mr. Rogers lived in Ragley and Lake Charles. He was a master carpenter for many years. Mr. Rogers was a kind, strong willed soul, always willing to help anyone in need. He will truly be missed. He was married to Dorothy M. Sarvaunt. Survivors include a son, Rodney Rogers of Westlake; a grandson, Rodney, Jr.; daughter, Roxanne Talbott of Lake Charles; three grandchildren, Nathan, Nolan, and Abigail; a brother, Michael; and four sisters, Joyce, Yevonn, Bernice, and Lucille. Also survived are his extended family, a step daughter, Amy Hicks of Westlake; three grandchildren, Emma, Atleigh, and Zoey; and additional numerous children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Amanda Champagne Rogers; three brothers, Henry, Leonard, and Wilson; two sisters, Mildred and Irene; a grandson, Dustin Talbott; a son-in-law, William Talbott; and two girlfriends from cancer, Shirley Bland and Willie Mae Meche. A gathering of family and friends will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, August 6, 2014 from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM with a rosary being recited at 6:00 PM. Cremation was entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home.