Devoted wife, mother, and grandmother Martha Mae (Anders) Rogers 81, passed away peacefully Tuesday, February 28, 2023 surrounded by her family at The Pines in Kirksville, Missouri.

Martha was born on May 1, 1941 to Thelma (Blaine) and Mace Anders in Downing, MO. She was the youngest of four children. On November 30, 1957 Martha married Jerry Lee Rogers of Kirksville, MO. They recently celebrated their 65th anniversary. From this marriage four children were born, Teresa (Daniel) Mills-Pagliai, Jim (Vickie) Rogers, Bob (Patty) Rogers, and Ron (Susan) Rogers, all of Kirksville, MO.

Martha is also survived by her brother, Basil (Romona) Anders (Downing, MO), sister in law, Lois Rogers (of Moberly, MO), and sister in law Betty Anders (of St. Petersburg, FL); by 9 grandchildren: Jerry Mills (Stephanie) Kirksville, MO, Leslie Mills-Smith (Nolan) Owensboro, KY, Jimmy Rogers (Jessica) Loose Creek, MO, Nick Rogers (Liz), Urbandale, IA, Kyle Rogers (Toma) Novinger, MO, Megan Fast (Derek) Columbia, MO, Shelby Rogers (Jeff Noel), LaPlata, MO, Macie Rogers (Jordan Smith), LaPlata, MO, and Kylie Rogers (Kirksville, MO), 14 great grandchildren: Evey and Adalynn Mills (Kirksville, MO), Shepard and Landon Smith (Owensboro, KY), Abby and Beau Rogers (Loose Creek, MO), Chandler, Charlie, Greyson, and Bella Rogers (Urbandale, IA), Aiden and Aubrie Fast (Columbia, MO), and Jackson and Josie Noel (LaPlata, MO).

Martha Rogers was preceded in death by her parents, Thelma and Mace Anders of Downing MO, an infant stillborn brother, her brother, Mace Anders of St. Petersburg, FL, and grand daughter Tiffany Lynn Rogers of Kirksville, MO.

Martha (mom) had many loves throughout her life, and of utmost importance were her beautiful grandchildren and great grandchildren. She especially looked forward to celebrating Christmas Eve with her family. If you had other plans they were changed, as Christmas Eve belonged to Mom. For Christmas, her home was carefully decorated, making it magical for her family. She fiercely loved each and every one of her grandchildren. Her home was filled with cooking and laughter during the holiday. Martha took pride in being a stay-at-home mother. Her children looked forward to coming home from school to chocolate cupcakes, donuts, and cookies! Home was a special and safe place, not only for her children, but for her grandchildren, as well. Martha was never a stranger. She loved making people laugh, and she had a special bond with her sister-in-law, Lois (Ginny) Rogers. Together, they could be a dangerously funny duo! Mom’s laughter and love will be greatly missed and treasured, always. We are forever thankful for the 81 years of life she had here on earth. Her generosity, cheerfulness, and funny stories touched so many, and will live on through her family and friends, for years to come.

Family request a private visitation be held. A public graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday March 4, 2023 at Park View Memorial Gardens in Kirksville under the direction of Travis Noe Funeral Home, with Pastor Fred Baker officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the First Liberty Full Gospel Church of Kirksville, and may be left at or mailed to Travis-Noe Funeral Home, P.O. Box 306, Kirksville MO 63501.