Rodger W. Donaphon, age 70, passed away on November 14, 2023.
Rodger was born in Chester and raised in Brookhaven. He attended Sun Valley High School, Widener University for his undergraduate degree and then pursued his master’s degree at Carnegie Mellon. Rodger was also a longtime employee at Fed Ex.
He enjoyed fishing, working on cars, and being involved in all his children’s activities.
Rodger was predeceased by his parents, John and Helen Donaphon and his stepmother Grace Donaphon.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Jonelle Donaphon; his children, Shellie and Bryan Donaphon; brother, John (Jean) Donaphon.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his visitation on Wednesday (November 29, 2023) at the Bateman-Allen Funeral Home 4220 Edgmont Avenue Brookhaven, Pa 19015 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am followed by his funeral service at 11:00am.
Burial: Lawn Croft Cemetery, Linwood, PA.
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Cheryl Brown says
November 18, 2023 at 10:25 pmMy deepest condolences to his family and friends. Rodger lived across the street from me on Commerce Avenue when I was growing up. Praying for your family.
Karen Trullinger says
November 19, 2023 at 11:01 amRIP my friend . Such a gentle soul. Thank you for our many stories. We laughed a lot . My prayers are with you . My condolences to your family Jonelle, Shelli and Brian. He loved you all, and John he was grateful for your care and respected you deeply. He left this world much too soon.