"The smile I see in Nell is the same smile left on the Roger\'s family. It\'s the same smile I see on Don every day. A blessing engraved into the entire family. Left behind by her, and never to be lost, or perished. Don, know that you, and your family, are in my thoughts and prayers. Don Batson "
In loving memory of
Georgia "Nell" Reed Rogers
February 2, 1926 - September 13, 2020
Georgia "Nell" Reed Rogers, age 94, of Austin, passed away September 13, 2020.
Viewing will be held at Harrell Funeral Home, 4435 Frontier Trail, Austin, TX 78745, on September 24th, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be at 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 25th at Bannockburn Church, 7100 Brodie Ln, Austin, TX 78745. Burial for family members only at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery, Monday September 28th at 9:30 a.m.
Nell was born February 2, 1926 in Amarillo, to G.B. and Wanda Wilbanks Reed. She graduated from Amarillo High School and continued her education at Northwest Texas Hospital School of Nursing, where she received her diploma in Nursing. Nell became a Registered Nurse along with her twin sister Nelda. She married Lt. Col. (USAF) Alexander "Sandy" Rogers in 1947. They lived in Japan, Germany, California, Colorado, Texas 3 times and several other states around the USA. Landing in Austin in 1974 where she was the assistant school nurse at St. Stephens Episcopal School for 12 years, as well as being a home health nurse at Up-johns.
Nell joined Bannockburn Church in 1974. Being very active in her church, she was one of three co-founders of the yearly Bannockburn Women's Conference. Nell was on the Bannockburn Prayer Team for many years with her co-chairman Eileen Wiggins. She could always be found after the Sunday services standing outside the Prayer Chapel. She was very active in the National Day of Prayer and spoke at the Texas State Capital Rotunda in 2017, praying for our nation. Nell was known as a true prayer warrior and touched many, many lives over the years.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband A.L. Rogers, sister Jean Reed Somsen, twin sister Nelda Vernon Watkins, son-in-law Brian Price, In-Laws John "Grumpy" and Dorothy "Nano" Rogers, brother-in-law Col. John E. Rogers, sister-in-law Barbara Rogers and sister-in-law Linda Rogers, and brother-in-law Bob Rogers.
Nell was an amazing mother and is survived by her 4 children, Alexander Rogers and wife Linda, Suzanne Price, Ed Rogers and wife Connie Ford, and Don Rogers; Grandson's Mike Rogers, Brad Brimhall, Reed Rogers and wife Chelsea, Granddaughters, Lauren Napier and husband Philip Napier, Paige Rogers and Jaime Rogers. Seven (7) Great Grandchildren, Seth Napier, Ava Rogers, Owen Napier, Shae Rogers, Luke Napier, Hazel Rogers and Cricket Brimhall.
Don, Ed and Alexander would like to thank our sister Suzanne for the the personal care and love she gave to our mom over the last few tears.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Bannockburn Prayer Ministry.
Bannockburn Church, 7100 Brodie Ln, Austin, TX 78745.
Tributes
"Dearest family of Nel. Words cannot express how much love, understanding and impact your mama made on my life as well as others. She was led by God to pray for anyone and everyone who came near her. Nel just seemed to know when people needed prayer. During a despairing time of my life, Nel was there to comfort and pray. I remember a time when she taught on prayer. Eileen and Nel came out in priestly garments to remind us we all are priests of God. She will be so missed. she truly was a saint and and the saint has marched on to Jesus! Janelle Davis"
"Nell was my dear friend and prayer partner. I looked forward to our monthly visits and phone conversations. She always helped me in times of trouble and if I was feeling down, by the time I left her home I was renewed in my spirit! She gave unconditional love and I truly felt loved by her?? "
"Nell was like a second mom to me while growing up, far back as I can remember, our two families have been connected. I have very fond memories that I will always cherish. I have no doubt the moment she arrived in heaven, she was greeted by many loved ones, my parents and brother included. "
"My heart is very heavy because my beautiful Aunt Nell is gone to be with Jesus. On a positive note she is happy and rejoicing in her beautiful mansion hopefully right beside her twin sister Nelda?s Mansion. Her sweet sister Jean is there also. Nell Rogers was a prayer warrior for all and will be missed beyond words. I love you Aunt Nell and I am rejoicing for you. Jesus is KING. Love, Holly"
"There are no words adequate to describe the impact Nell had on SO many lives! Her prayers changed things and people . . . this side of Heaven, we\'ll never know just how much her prayers accomplished! I have many \"Nell quotes\" that I refer to often for guidance. She was a mentor to many women, myself included - and I cherish the wisdom she imparted. We will miss her on earth, but she is rejoicing in Heaven in the presence of her Lord and Savior!"
"Prayer warrior loved by many. "
"I love her more than I can say."
"I remember the first time I met Nell Rogers at Bannockburn Baptist Church. My family was new to the congregation and we met so many new friends but one particularly stood out, Nell. I didn\'t have grandparents that I grew up with and around but I had Nell. She was amazing and had this light that you could just see in her smile. She truly walked with the Savior. Nell, you are now up there with my mom (Carol Davidson) and Brother Jim and so many other dear people that we loved through that church. I will always love and remember you for your kindness and your love. Aaron Davidson"