A few things I remember:As a coach he worked to teach his kids respect for themselves, their teammates, and the sport. Winning was not as important as being real men of the game.As the league administrator he worked without end to make it happen for the kids. He and I worked to generate the first formal contract between the league and the referee association. The fruits of this work are still growing today.He and I refereed together for many years and here I have my most memories.oThe night in Sulphur he produced a blue card and evicted a section of the stands. He sold it and made for a better game that night. The quiet laugh among the referees lasted for weeks.oStood by his principles both on and off the field. On young rocket scientist was very consistent his use of abusive language and Bob was very consistent that there was no place on the soccer field for it.oWatching George and Bob argue the points of the game was always interesting. The pot and the kettle in mortal combat, but with a deep respect for each other.oBobs flaw was he worried to the extreme for the safety of the player. Something we should all learn from.Fittingly, maybe, Bob and I parted company with a soccer game. I do regret that. But today, I must say we have lost a true gentleman of the game. All of us need to take the time to remember him for his efforts for the game share. Also remember his family in this difficult time.Johnny Stephenson

Dear Susan and family,We're so sorry to hear about Bob. We have fond memories of him with soccer and at the Toyota dealership. He will be missed! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.Sincerely, David Carol DwightAndy DwightStephen Dwight family

I met Bob at the Toyota dealership. He rescued me when I was stranded. He was so very kind and thoughtful. He took control and did everything that was needed. He impressed me as someone who was always willing to go beyond the call of duty. I am so glad to read about his family and the love that they had for him. I know he will be missed. God broke the mold when he created this wonderful gentleman. God bless.

Mrs. Susan, Erin and Cole, we are so sorry for your loss. One of my favorite memories of him was when I was buying my corolla. I picked the color of my car out of the book at the showroom and pointed it out to Mr. Bob as my choice. He took one look and said, Don't get that color, it's hideous! I saw that very color on another corolla weeks later – and he was so right! He was a great man.

To the Family-Fairview Elementary School would like to express our sympathy for the loss of Mr. Robert Bob Rodgers. Mr. Rodgers was the liason for Lake Charles Toyota and our school for the Partners-in-Education Program. He was instrumental in getting Mr. Phil Tarver to donate money to purchase a quiz bowl system for our first Quiz Bowl team in 2008. He even participated when LCT attended one of our parent meetings and played against one of our teams. He played very well for a new player. He also facilitated having several LCT staff members read Christmas stories to our students last year. We will remember Mr. Bob Rodgers as someone who cared about education.Fairview Elementary Lorette Bass, Principal Laura Nelson, Curriculum Coordinator Quiz Bowl Sponsor