Ray Rogers | |
|---|---|
| Member of theMississippi House of Representatives from the 61st district | |
| In office 1984 – January 7, 2020 | |
| Succeeded by | Gene Newman |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Nolan Ray Rogers (1931-07-03)July 3, 1931 Pearl, Mississippi |
| Died | December 18, 2020(2020-12-18) (aged 89) Pearl, Mississippi |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Shirley Greer |
| Residence(s) | Pearl, Mississippi |
| Occupation | Businessman |
Nolan Ray Rogers (July 3, 1931 – December 18, 2020) was an American politician in the state ofMississippi.[1][2]
Rogers was a native ofPearl, Mississippi, where he attendedPearl High School. During his time there he was the first quarterback in their football program and holds the record for most interceptions. Ray Rogers Stadium at Pearl High School is named after him. He owned an advertising company and was ajustice of the peace.[1] Rogers was elected to theMississippi House of Representatives in 1983 and had served district 61 from 1984 until 2020. A Republican, he served on the Ways and Means, Banking and Financial Services, Investigate State Offices, Management, Military Affairs and PEER committees.[3]
He was married to Shirley Greer and had three children. A member of theMethodist church, he was also a member of his localKiwanis, Exchange, and football clubs.[3] He died at his home in Pearl, Mississippi in 2020.[4]
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