The Eulogy of Lunsford T. Rogers
We gather here today to honor and celebrate the life of Lunsford Theodore Theophilus Rogers, AKA Teddy. He was a remarkable person who touched each of our lives in unique and profound ways. In times like these, words often feel inadequate to express the depth of our loss, but it is through sharing our memories and reflections that we find solace and strength. He was born to Oniciah and James Rogers on the 14th of July 1960 on the Island of Anguilla, he was the 4th of 9 children. At the ripe age of 5 years old he started his educational life at the valley boy school. He also attended the Albena Comprehensive school where he graduated at the age of 16 years old. He then went to work with his father the late James “Bubber” Rogers in construction. An became a father to his first daughter at the age of 18 years old.

He left Anguilla at the age of 18 years old and went to St Thomas where he worked for the Sheraton hotel and then he went into sales at a jewelry store. St Thomas is where he met the love of his life in 1980 Madeline, they were married for 42 years and have 4 kids. After leaving the jewelry store job he decided it was time to work for himself and became an entrepreneur and created his own business with Madeline. They moved to Florida for the first time in 1991.

While in Florida he worked as a correctional officer and counselor, helping many young kids. He joined the Family Worship Center church and there he developed an even closer relationship with God. He ministered to kids and became a kids worship leader. He was a Christian before joining but found a renewed relationship with God and completed his pastoral ministry course. He then started a Ministry with his wife called Covenant Woman of Purpose in 2010, they enjoyed feeding the homeless, visiting the jails and helping families in need. In connection with the Seven Eyestone Ministry he traveled yearly to Jamaica on mission trips administering medical supplies and preaching the good news of the Gospel of Christ.
He lived a dedicated life to the Lord and the Kingdom. Through his love for Christ his kids were encouraged to live a Christ-like life with his youngest son joining the ministry and becoming a pastor today of his own church. Teddy was and will always be greatly loved and daily cherished by his wife, his kids, his siblings, grandkids and great grandkids. He was active in raising his grandkids and was a vital part of their upbringing. He cherished the time spent with them and they felt his unwavering love, he never raised his voice, he always listened and he could talk and listen for hours. The values he imparted to us helped mold us and will be apart of our lives forever.

As we gather here today to honor my father’s memory, we are reminded of the incredible strength and resilience he displayed throughout his life. For over 40 years, my dad battled kidney disease with a courage that was nothing short of extraordinary. Despite the challenges he faced, he never let his struggles define him. Instead, he chose to live his life with grace, kindness, and an unwavering sense of humor. In the face of adversity, my father taught us the true meaning of perseverance. His journey was marked not just by the trials he endured, but by the love he gave, the wisdom he shared, and the countless lives he touched.

His spirit remained unbroken, and his heart remained open. As we say our goodbyes, let us remember my father not only for his battle, but for the way he embraced life with dignity and courage. Let his legacy be one of strength, compassion, and the enduring power of love. Thank you all for being here today to celebrate a man who lived so fully and loved so deeply. May we honor his memory by living our own lives with the same spirit of resilience and generosity that he exemplified. Though he may no longer be with us, his light will continue to guide us and his love will remain in our hearts forever.