Jimmie Rodgers Obituary

Farewell Jimmie. You were my one true love in the 1950’s-60’s!

I have a record signed by jimmie rogers.

My condolences go out to the family
of Jimmie Rodgers. He will be missed
amazing. voice great music

I still listen to Jimmie sing on utube. I’m obsessed! I love those eyes!!

I MIss Jimmie so much! I played all his sponge on piano in the late 50´s I was 10! RIP my friend and we will meet again!! You are safe and with. GOD! Sing for Angels! Pia Martinez

Great singer..wonderful voice...he helped me get though southeast asia.

Thank you from Nick and Bev Locke
(Golf Pro's) dearest friend Thank you for The Memories on and off the golf course. We loved being with you and even though we were playing golf and you were up on The Marquis Singing in Vegas we always kept in touch Our early years on the golf circuit we could not have survived without you in our corner.
My sympathy to your beautiful family and countless friends I know you are singing with the Angels in heaven.
The World I used to know
My personal favorite
Gratefully and Golfingly
Bev

Rest Jimmie, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.

Thank you for your service to this nation. U.S. Air Force, Korean War.

My father bought your album in 1968. Him and I would listen to you sing "Puff The Magic Dragon" and "Slow Poke" over and over. To this day Puff The Magic Dragon is still my favorite song. I loved your voice and your gentle smile (I was 5 at the time). The songs stayed with my father and I till he passed away in 2006 and one night I was missing him and on one of the TV music stations it came on. I knew then my father was around me and it brought tears of joy and precious memories back to me on a night I needed it. I kept track of you on google over the years and was saddened by your passing. You are truly missed not only by your family but all those hearts you touched through your music and life story. Rest Peacefully Mr. Rodgers

Our most sincere condolences.
He will be dearly missed !

Back on the 18th of September 1933, was the most wonderful date.
It was at this time on this earth, we were all blessed with the voice of Jimmie Rodgers.
I will really miss talking to you, today on your 88th birthday, Jim.
The world has been in such sadness, not only just for today but since your passing.
I still get all the love, hope and inspiration with all your beautiful songs that you have left behind for us.
Just to name a few:
“It is no secret what God can do”
“There’ll be peace in the valley for me”
“Beyond the sunset”
“Whispering Hope”
“In that great gettin up morning”
“I’m gonna walk that lonesome valley”

All our thoughts and love are with the Rodger’s family today.
Thank you again, Jim❤
Waltzing Matilda, love from your mates down under, Australia.

Dawn,Allan,
Amanda,Emily, Roxanne and Isaac

Sad to hear of the passing of Jimmie. I used to enjoy Jimmie’s mellow voice even decades ago. And into my 60’s I would listen to song after song at night, soothing my mind like lullabies. Jimmie had a way with song. Not just a singer. He was a performer. On nights when my mind wouldn’t settle down, I would turn to the comforting voice of Jimmie Rodgers. Our world today could use that sound . Rest now Jimmie.

My condolences to the family

Our most sincere condolences.
Jimmie F. Rodgers family and friends,

how sad to hear of JIMMYS passing. I knew jimmy and his then wife, coleen,for many years. I knew them before he had his hit HONEYCOMB, both his lovely wife, an actress,Coleen, where both my husband at the time Fred, help them through some difficult times. We even moved fromHollywood to Granada Hills to be close to them, and continued our friendship till the passing of his wife.GOD BLESS YOU JIM LOVE SYLVIA MORA

Our sincere condolences to the Rodgers family
“Honeycomb.

Mary & family,
Many, many years ago we met you and Jimmie at your show in Branson (in former Ray Stevens theater). Then again when Jimmie was performing down there. We became good friends with Tony & Judy Gallagher -Tony had talked me into being a fan club rep in our area but nothing ever became of it. The last time we would have seen you & Jimmie would be at Judy's funeral. I asked Jimmie for a copy of the cd that was playing at her funeral and said he'd get it to me. Well, never happened. I was very disappointed because my husband died shortly after that and would have loved it for his service as people were entering the chapel. tony & I kept in touch until he passed away a few years ago. Enough about that - I didn't find out that Jimmie had passed until a few weeks ago. So, so sorry. I remember how he loved his family and we loved the stories he told at his shows. He was a good man and a great singer/performer. I'm sure heaven is getting serenaded by the greatest!!

Like so many kids from Camas did, I took piano lessons from Jimmie's mother, Mary. I was about 11 years old. We didn't live far from Mary's home, where Jimmie grew up. Jimmie's brother Archie lived a few houses up the street from my mom and dad's home on the hill in Camas. We were good friends with the entire Rodgers family while living in Camas. I remember Jimmie coming to visit Archie and his family when I was about 10 years old. He drove up in a brand new big black Cadillac. We all chased the car screaming and yelling. In fact I graduated from Camas High School in 1971 with Jimmie's nephew Donny. I was so sad to hear Jimmie had passed. Jimmie's version of "Unchained Melody" was, in my opinion, the best version ever done. This is a picture of the last time I got to spend some time with the master himself.

amazing. music and my favourite singer

What a blessing to have Jimmie and Mary in our church in Branson, Missouri. I had the privilege of leading him to the Lord one morning while we were having breakfast. Our prayers and blessings go out to Mary and their family. I am grateful for their friendship and our brief time together. Our prayers are with you.

I remember my dad playing Jimmie Rodgers music when I was a little girl. Your music brings me back to my childhood days. I hope you are picking lemons from the lemon tree and making fresh lemonade for everyone in heaven. Loved.. loved your music! Love you Jimmie Rodgers..

Michael, Ernie and I are saddened to hear about the passing of your father. May you and your family find comfort in the beautiful memories of your father.

I live in New Zealand. I am 79 years of age and Jimmie has been my all time favourite singer since I was a teenager. I never dreamed he would come to NZ but he came with Mary, and I went to two of his shows. He sang 'Today', my favourite, for his Mother's birthday while he was here. A sparkling star has gone from our lives, my love to Mary and all the family. Still wanting to read Dancing on the Moon.

my dad introduced me to jimmie rodger's records back in the 1950's. His music was like no other.. I will never forget his voice.

My mother and I loved Jimmie’s voice. Our favourite song was English Country Garden. I saw him in concert in Richmond, B.C. with some friends years ago. He was amazing. My condolences to the family

Lynette

My mother and I fell in love with Jimmy when I was 15 as he looked so much like my youngest brother who was in the Navy during the Korean war at that time. I had all of his records and was one his many fans. When I married my husband, kids and I moved to L.A. and we watched his show a few nights until he was injured and prayed for he and his family. Our kids grew up listening to his music and two of our favorite songs were "Waltzing Matilda" along with "An English Country Garden". We played his records for the grandkids and their children too. His music brings back wonderful memories and I can't wait to get to heaven and hear him in person along with many other singers who are there. R. I. P. Jimmy. I am so glad that I can still play your music. God's comfort to his family and friends!

I was born in Vancouver wa 13 miles west of camas wa My parents took me to see Jimmie play one evening at Hudson Bay hi school in Vancouver wa. I was about five years - in 1957. All the kids sat on the floor cross legged - I still remember it - it was magic. My sincerest sympathies

We met Jimmie and his lovely wife at their Palm Desert Library presentation about 10 or so years ago. We had been enjoying his music since "Honeycomb" in 57'. We only now realized they were still fellow Palm Desert residents. God bless one of our own and family.

I grew up with my parents listening to Jimmie Rodgers in the car. Dad recorded Jimmie’s show in Sydney,Australia in 1985 and on his show he sang “the flying saucer” song with his friend Bob, Us, kids loved it. Even today we still love it. A rare song and gee, what a talent!!
My mum loved his song “poor little raggedy Anne”. We used to also sing along to “ Woman from Liberia” and we used to all sing “Water” as well.
We also love to play his Christmas songs including “Wistful Willie” and “I saw mommy kissing Santa Claus” were our favourites.
So many songs, he has left us. What a singer, what a voice!! Thankyou for the signed guitar, made my dad’s journey a lot brighter.
Jim, you live through your music and bring life to people through your songs.
My dad, learnt the guitar because of you and now be play’s “some place green”.
Our thoughts of sympathy to the Rodgers family.
‘True loves a blessing’
Thankyou Jimmie Rodgers!!!
Your fan from Sydney, Australia

Dearest Mary and Family,
I send you my heartfelt condolences and sympathy to you. Jimmie Rodgers will be missed by all who loved him.

Thank you, Mr. Rodgers for sharing your musical talents with people worldwide. I was a young child when “Honeycomb” and “Kisses Sweeter than Wine” were released. Both of those songs were beautiful and I still remember them now. They were both top hits.

May your treasured memories provide comfort for you. May prayers strengthen you and God’s loyal love always comfort and sustain you. Psalm 23

I liked his songs, especially "Kisses Sweeter than Wine" when I was a young girl.

I would like to say that I grew up on Jimmy Rodgers music. Not on Honeycomb, but Oh Oh I’m Falling In Love Again and especially the beautiful The Long Hot Summer which he sang for the movie that starred PAUL Newman and I was lucky enough to record on my own CD. He did such a beautiful job on that song making it so haunting. This is a sad day for me as a musician who was lucky enough to also see Jimmie perform. I pray he rests in peace and to be able to play with all those who have gone before.
Jimmie you will be missed!

My Dad, Gary Blankenship, always spoke very fondly of his friend, Jimmy Rogers. When Dad passed I called Mr. Rogers to let him know. He was very nice and was sad to hear that Dad was gone. I have pictures of Dad's musician friends from back in the day. I think I have one with Mr. Rogers in it. It makes me smile. I pray for God to ease your pain at this hard time.

My condolences.

Love your songs

Your voice will be remebered.

Remember hearing his songs on the radio over the years.

My parents had a record of his that was folksongs, including The Crocodile Song and Waltzing Matilda. I grew up listening to that album and thoroughly loved it. Later, I discovered Honeycomb and Kisses Sweeter Than Wine and bought his Greatest Hits album. He was a great singer. My condolences to his family.

My condolences go out to the family of Jimmie Rodgers. He will be missed in the entertainment world.

To this day, I still hear the smooth gentle voice of an entertainer that always brought such wonderful soothing songs and music. Jimmy was an outstanding man of music and gave great pleasure to those of us back in the day. Our condolences to Jimmy's family. Rest in peace.

To me Jimmie was one of the best singers in the world, in his best moments even better than Elvis. I am a danish priest and I will make a ceremony for Jimmie in memorium when times are better.

Fond memories from Ron and Sherrill William's in Branson.

I am very sorry that the Rodgers family has lost this great and important man. I will always remember his lovely voice, with so much quality and feeling layered over it. I saw him in concert many times, and met him a few times. He was an unbelievable talent and I would rank him in the top 5 singers that have ever lived. I'm thinking that his song "I'll say Goodbye" is the most fitting farewell that should be played right now.

We met Jimmy in Branson In around 2000 after his show we had a great conversation with him . I found out that we had both worked at the same club in the town where we lived. He was very personable, easy to talk to, so I knew of a disc jockey in our town who did half hour interviews with many entertainers, so I asked him if he would like to do one . He said sure so we got it set up. The Detroit area DJ was thrilled that he could get to interview him. I was always a fan and glad to have met him. My wife and I will remember him forever.

R.I.P. ROCK ON JIMMY

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

What a great singing voice this man had..Rest in peace Jimmie....

Another sad loss! Sincere condolences to his family! All my favourite songs came flooding in to mind. I will have to pull out my old records and pop them on to the turntable.

RIP Jimmy! You were an Awesome singer! Honeycomb was a great song! Thank you so much for your music! My condolences to his family..

This is indeed sad news as I've been a fan of Jimmie Rodgers since 1957 and have my share of his recordings. I've always said that Jimmie Rodgers' first recording of "WALTZING MATILDA" (from his first LP album), is by far the best version of this famous Australian folk tune and is my favorite Jimmie Rodgers recording. I feel fortunate to have been blessed by his wonderful voice and music for the last 64 years.

Rest in peace you are remembered.

I was a fan of his; never had occasion to meet him or see him in concert, but I loved his voice. When I was on active duty with the Navy, back in 1969 - 1971, I had an LP by him ("Windmills Of Your Mind") that I bought in the Navy Exchange at NAS Cubi Point, Philippines, where I was stationed, & I listened to it often. Two of my favorite cuts on the album are "Windows Of The World" and "Me About You". I still have the LP all these years later, and it's in good condition. My FAVORITE song by him will always be "It's Over". My condolences to his family.

Fans since 1957! Deeply saddened. Love ya!

RIP, always enjoyed your music and still do.

He had a voice as smooth as Tennessee Whiskey. Grew up listening to him in fact I have several album.He will missed

I was 14 when Honeycomb came out and began years of listening to and admiring Jimmy Rodgers. Rest in peace

I love this man's music for over 50 yrs and I enjoyed the latest interview he had with Don K Reed. You will be missed.

R I P loved those old tunes and still do.

Jimmy was one of my favorite singers of the 50's. Condolences to his family.

I loved his voice and whenever I needed a pick me up, I always listened to Jimmie Rodgers. As a child, I always loved "Honeycomb". My deepest condolences to his family and he will live on in our hearts.

Sincere sympathies to the Rodgers family, may God be with in your time of loss.

Condolences. Thoughts and prayers to Jimmie F. Rodgers family and friends. God heals all wounds and comforts this who mourn.

My Dad counted "Kisses Sweeter Than Wine" as one of his favorite songs of all time. I had just remembered his passing 24 years ago the week before Jimmie passed. I still remember recognizing his lyrics in the voice of Led Zeppelin's Robert Plant ("Dazed and Confused", on "The Song Remains The Same" Film Soundtrack) and chuckling to myself at how far his influence had reached. The generations will remember him as a unique voice in early rock n' roll. My heartfelt sympathies to his family.

We got to see him in Branson several years ago. Glad we got to meet him.

RIP Jimmy, I sure enjoyed your music. You will be missed my friend..

I remember the song honeycomb I listened to all the oldies songs when I was young with my mother I know them all by heart. Love the song honeycomb prayers for Roger & family and friends

Grew up singing his songs. R I P

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your dear loved one Jimmie Rodgers.

My great grandma used to babysit Jimmie when he was young. He was pretty close to my grandma. I remember the first time I met him I was probably about 7. He came into the laundromat in Camas because he saw my mom thru the window. He came in and gave her a big hug. My parents took my grandma to see him while he was performing in Branson. He saw her and just smiled real big.

I am so sorry for your loss. He was always so great to everyone I our family when we would see him

Jimmie was a neighbor of mine for over 10 years and I spent enough time around him to see what a hard working person he was and how talented. Played a multitude of instruments by ear. He will be missed greatly.

When I was a teenager, I had such a crush on Jimmie Rodgers. Still have his album, and noted that Glenn Campbell played the guitar on some of the songs. Jimmie's "It's Over" helped me through a difficult breakup, many years ago. I'll always be grateful for his music and his life. He was a true blessing to this old Earth. Rest in peace, Jimmie. I am nearing your age, but my memories of you will never be forgotten. Am only sorry I never got to attend your performances in person.

Jimmie's music has been such a blessing for me through good and bad times. RIP dear Jimmie. My condolences to your family, friends and fans all over the world. Thank you for being such a big part of the musical soundtrack of my life.

So very sorry for your loss. I met your father once and he was very gracious.

Jimmie songs and music was great
My most sincere condolences.

I am so sorry about the loss of Jimmie. He left a legacy! The Rodgers family has my deepest condolences. As the days, weeks and months pass during this difficult time, may you continue to be surrounded and comforted with the love and support that is needed, by fond memories, and by knowing that Jimmie is safe in the memory of Almighty God.

My condolences to his friends and family who is incredible singer animated history is community leader incredible Talent May you rest in peace

To the Rodgers family I send sincere condolences. I sang along with Jimmie to Honeycomb and his fans will miss him. May God comfort you at this difficult time.

Godspeed Jimmie, and thank you for sharing a part of your life us, the wonderful music memories, and some of the anthems of my youth, and beyond.

Loved his music. Secretly was one of my favorites. RIP.

we play Honeycomb at every wedding where my dad dances with his granddaughters

Another Piece Of Pleasant Childhood Memories, Fades Away.... God Bless You Jimmie Rodgers. May He Show You Comfort And Peace. God Bless The Rodgers Family. Jimmie Was A Defining Voice Of American Musical History. A Defining Voice Of A More Innocent, And More Pleasant Era. I Remember Hearing Your Songs On My Grandmas Radio, When I Was A Little Boy, And Have Never Forgotten Them. RIP Mark

Rip love your songs

Loved his singing. So proud to have played drums for him years ago in Tampa. He was a gracious, approachable, talented man. A rarity. May God grant peace and comfort to his loved ones.

My sincere condolences to the Rodgers family. May the God of all comfort provide you all the strength to cope with your loss

RIP. I will always remember your voice singing Honeycomb. Godspeed Jim.

I remember all of his songs,, he was fantastic.

What a very talented guy! As an 8 yr old, I thought he was so cute and quite a talented musician. He was so soften spoken and seemed to be a really nice guy. Thank you for sharing your beautiful voice and musical talents with us. May you rest in eternal peace.

The family has my deepest sympathy for your loss. Mr Rogers was a special artist for that time period.

My father #JimmieRodgers was an incredible man in every respect. He was kind to everyone he’d meet and always giving of himself to anyone or cause in need of his time or talents.

A vocalist without compare and a writer of some of the finest songs in the American songbook. In his later years he focused his creative energies on scripted animation features, a biography, poetry and short stories.

His passion for creating quality music and prose never left him. He was loved by millions of people throughout the world and as his oldest son his impact on my personal and creative life is immense. His legacy will live on forever.

I love you dad. I will miss you and my life without you will never be the same.

Rest In Peace.

Michael Rodgers

May the comfort and peace of God carry you through your grief.

Jimmy Rodgers is my top all time favorite singer (ok maybe second to Jim Reeves!!!) but an awesome voice! Honeycombn Loved that song and all others.

My sister was a big fan. When she died in October 2018 she was in a semi coma. I visit her for the last time before she passed away and when I was there I played the song Jimmy Rogers sing honeycomb. I couldn't believe she reacted and trying to sing along. Rest in peace say hello to my sister Pat

Jimmie was a forerunner to Glenn Campbell and John Denver. Saw him at Lookout House in Kentucky, 1970. He noticed I knew all the words. So much talent cut short. Glad he pulled himself up again.

His lyrical voice told stories without screaming or dancing; you heard his talent which never wavered. My favorite was "It's Over" due to its incredible poetry and touching sadness. An incredible artist that never was fully acknowledged for his talent. My heart does not want to admit "It's Over." We will always remember you.

May you RIP!!!!

I grew up in Camas, Washington, the hometown of Jimmie Rodgers. My parents, Wes and Doris Armstrong, knew Jimmie and his brother Archie. While a youngster, I recall vividly the handmade wooden sign made by Jimmie's father that hung over the front porch of the simple Rodgers home in Forest Home, which read "Honeycomb." Jimmie's parents are buried in the Camas Cemetery, and their headstone is located very close by to where my grandparents are also buried. A few years ago, I
travelled from California to Camas to attend a book-signing event for Jimmie at a shop in downtown Camas. My father, brother, sister and sister-in-law were also in attendance and we had our picture taken with Jimmie while he autographed the books we purchased. I asked him at the time about that wooden "Honeycomb" sign, and he informed us that he had it at his home in Palm Springs. Later that evening, we were pleased to sit in the front row of a local church downtown where Jimmie performed a concert. When my mother passed away in 2010, "Honeycomb" was played at her funeral in Camas. When my father goes, it will be played at his, and it is one of the musical numbers that I have indicated I want played at my memorial service when the time comes.

A couple of years ago, I recall reading an interview with Bob Dylan that appeared in the AARP Magazine. In it, Dylan complimented Jimmie for being an artist who "could do it all" when it came to signing. That is high praise coming from one of music's living legends.

Thank you, Jimmie, for the gift of music that you gave to so many people all over the world. May God bless and comfort your family during this difficult time.

Sincerely,

Thom M. Armstrong
Claremont, California

What an awesome voice and wonderful personality to with it. After 42 years of being a fan of Jimmie's I was honored to meet him in Branson. He had been alerted to my presence after I told the ticket agent my story. He asked me questions and sang several songs to me. I'm sure others had similar experiences but have have to say he was so wonderful to me that evening and that memory will never die nor can it be taken from me. God Bless the wonderful family he had and to Jimmie, Rest In Peace and Thank You for all the joy you have given others.

What an incredible musician he was. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this difficult time.

What a marvelous voice he had! Some of my earliest musical memories are of him. Rest in peace, sir.