Hello everyone! Seeds by Design is holding a Celebration of Life for Miles Rogers in Woodland, CA, on Friday, August 19, 2022, at 6 pm. We would love it if you all could come. Please call 530-438-2126 to RSVP. We will be providing food and drinks as we tailgate in our production field.
Miles Eugene Rogers, 58
Santa Fe NM and Willows CA
It is with great personal sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Miles Rogers. We know this comes as a shock to everyone, he will be greatly missed. Miles was a friend to everyone he met and enjoyed life every day to its fullest. He loved spending time with his family and friends as often as possible, even over long distances.
Miles died Sunday evening, June 28, 2020 from complications to his long-standing cardiac condition. He was born September 28, 1961, in Fort Morgan, Colorado where he grew up in a large loving family. Miles worked in the seed industry for over 30 years, where he met “the love of his life” Patty Buskirk. They were married in Santa Fe, New Mexico on April 1, 2006.
Miles and Patty spent many happy years working and living in California with their daughters. Over the 20 plus years of his employment with Seeds by Design, Miles was an integral part of our family business and team. He participated in numerous industry activities including the National Garden Bureau and Idaho Eastern Oregon Seed Association on their board of directors. If you have ever golfed with Miles at an industry event, it was one of the best rounds you played.
Miles was much loved and well respected by the many people his life touched, and he will be sorely missed. He had an outgoing personality, made friends easily, and always had a story or bit of wisdom to impart to anyone who spent time with him. Miles was a fierce friend and would offer assistance to anyone who asked or needed his help.
Miles was blessed with a large circle of friends and loving family. He is survived by his beloved wife Patty; daughters Jamie Hayes (Stephanie) of Boise, ID, Ashley Danley (Timothy) of Willows, CA, and Arianna Lopez of Chico, CA; his sisters Ruetta Price of Susank, KS, Connie Dorsing of Fruitland, ID, Veronica Branton of Garnett, KS, Nancy Woodruff of Kalispell, MT; and his brothers Stanley Rogers of Nampa, ID and Brian Rogers of Gales Ferry, CT. Miles cherished his grandchildren Isaac, Taylor, Jaxon, Brady and Everett. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rue and Barbara Rogers; and sister, Marilyn Schreiner.
This comes at a time when staying home with close family has been never more important, there are no immediate plans for services. A celebration of life will be held September 26, 2020, in Northern California.
Please consider donating to Cooking with Kids, the Willows Volunteer Fire Department, or a charity of your choice, in memory of Miles Rogers. Below, there will be a link to the Cooking with Kids donation website or you can send a check to the Willows Volunteer Fire Department at 445 S. Butte Street, Willows, CA 95988.
https://cookingwithkids.org/donate-to-cooking-with-kids/
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| Name | Miles Rogers |
| Date of Birth | September 28th, 1961 |
| Date of Death | June 28th, 2020 |
| Home Town | Fort Morgan, CO, US |
| Other City | Santa Fe, NM, US |
| In Memoriam Donation | Cooking With Kids |
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| Significant Other | Patricia Buskirk |
| Siblings | Brian Rogers, Connie Dorsing, Marilyn Schreiner, Nancy Woodruff, Ruetta Price, Stanley Rogers, Veronica Branton |
| Parents | Barbara Rogers, Rue Rogers |
| Children | Arianna Lopez, Ashley Danley, Jamie Hayes |
| Grand-Parents | Neva Rogers, Vern Rogers |
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| 2002 - 2020 | Sales Manager, Seeds By Design | ||
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A beautiful sunset enjoyed far from your celebration of life. So many who were not there in person, were celebrating you in there own way. Thank you for touching our lives. We will remember you.
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Hello everyone! Seeds by Design is holding a Celebration of Life for Miles Rogers in Woodland, CA, on Friday, August 19, 2022, at 6 pm. We would love it if you all could come. Please call 530-438-2126 to RSVP. We will be providing food and drinks as we tailgate in our production field.
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Miles, Today is one year of missing you. You are still daily in my thoughts.
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Looking at todays images on my phone. This one came up. I love it from January 2015
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I take comfort that you and Doc are hanging out together this holiday season.
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Christmas is almost here again and not the same with out you Miles. I dressed our kitchen window like this.
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I combined Miles photos with my account to save, I get wonderful daily memories. Today this one popped up. Miles loved this great photo of Jamie and her family.
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Miles and Dave. Visiting Dad and Mom. Home on Platte Avenue. Not sure what year it was.
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Happy Birthday Honey, thought you and others might like this image with you and the Plant Nerds at our Summer Trials in Willows.
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We have a lot of beautiful sunsets on our horizon, and last night, the sunset was spectacular. I hope each sunset here brings a magnificent sunrise to you on your side of the horizon.
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Miles went to the dog park twice a day with Doc and Jazz. He love visiting with all the other dog owners.
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While in Santa Fe last week I found these picture from Christmas at the Dog Park.
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Miles and I in Riverside, California. We stayed at the historic Mission Inn.
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Yes, Halloween was one of Miles favorite time of year. I think it had a lot to do with the chocolate.
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I was looking through photos yesterday and I found this one of Arianna and us while she was still at Chico State. Kids sure grow up fast.
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Miles, I found a penny today. A penny from heaven I think. There are a few potential suspects, but you are the only one previously known to have secretly scattered pennies in my path--just so I could delight in finding them. That, my friend, puts you at the top of the list. Thanks for the sweet memory.
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January 2015. Miles at Universal Studios in Florida. We had so much fun there we went two days in a row.
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Miles I love you my brother! Man, I never thought we wouldn't get a chance to see each other face to face again. I hate this feeling. But I'm blessed to have had you as a great friend my brother.
Seems like just yesterday we were having fun with our Bari saxes! We must have been good keeping rhythm. Heck, we were promoted to Drum Majors! Lol. What a riot that was huh! Leading our high school band! Almost seems kinda cool now 40 years later .
Those memories were some of the best I had growing up!
Miles, I promise to catch up with you later. I look forward to us leading the band again in heaven! Ernie
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Jamie, what a lovely idea. Miles and I watched floating lanterns like this in Santa Fe on Christmas Eve almost every year.
I love these lanterns so much. I can only imagine how beautiful the sky looks all lit up on Christmas Eve. I’d love to see that someday.
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Just Miles and I. It was a perfect weekend, one Tim and I will cherish forever.
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December 2, 2017 Family Portrait with Ashley and Tim. It was freezing that afternoon. Everyone was so cold while we took these pictures.
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One of my favorite photos from before my wedding. Miles, Ashley and Rey Lopez
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As you can see, Miles loved to fish. We planned a couple day fishing excursion to Nevada. I asked him to bring food for dinner and I'll bring breakfast (eggs, bacon, coffee, etc.) We arrived, unpacked and got camp ready. I said, well it's time for some dinner. Miles went to the pickup and brought back a gallon of 'Nestles' chocolate milk and a package of chocolate oreos. I looked at him in disbelief. He said, "You told me to bring dinner. Help yourself." We sat by the tire, both drank from the jug and ate oreos! Great trip, great fishing and wonderful memory. Would love a chance to fish with you again.
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Doug, he took me on more than one of those fishing trips with his version of camping food. The company was the best, the fishing good and food just ok. I would not have changed a moment of those times.
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Christmas 2006 at Fran's House. Miles and Patty were Santa and Mrs. Clause.
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Miles and Patty made it to our Anniversary party. I can’t tell you how excited I was that they made it. He was the best brother in law I ever could of had.
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Uncle Miles. One of my favorite people on this Earth. Always smiling, making others happy, and just enjoying life. I always looked up to him growing up. Loved going for drives in the old blue Ford truck and going to his place out in the country. You are amazing, and I pray I will get to see you again. Love you.
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A Dad isn't defined as the man who makes the child, but rather the man who raises and loves the child with all his heart through anything. Blood doesn't always make a man a Dad, being a Dad comes from the heart. When I think of Miles, this says it all for me about him. The man who loved one of my best friends and the man who loved a small beauitful child. Miles loved life, he loved having fun and he loved you Jamie! A man with truly a huge heart. I am saddened by the loss of your father for myself and for you. I pray for healing of your broken heart. To everyone else is Miles extended family, God bless you all at this time.
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My deepest sympathy for the loss of "Smiles" . I don't know if anyone else called him that, but to me it always fit him! He was a very good man.
Thank you, Tonua. He was my dad, through and through. Says a lot about a mans character when he so willingly stepped up when Tom stepped out. I never truly appreciated that until I raised a daughter that I didn’t carry in my belly. I love her as if she were my own. Miles did the same for me. And Ash and Arianna. He was an incredible dad and I can’t even begin to explain the pain in my heart. I miss him. Much more than he’ll ever know. I love you, woman!
Lila - my Uncle Randy called him Smiley! The shoe fits. :)
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It was sad to hear about the news of Miles passing. I was privileged knowing this always friendly man from the time we both served at the NGB board and the times we met at ASTA in the past. I offer sincere condolences to his family about this great loss.
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Miles was one of the best Father in Laws I could have asked for. And he was a fantastic grandpa to Everett. Ashley, Everett and I will miss him so so so much.
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When you look at the photos on Miles' phone. There are four popular themes/subjects. Grandkids, his Dogs, loved ones and Santa Fe Sunsets. Four things he loved very much.
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Miss him so much . He loved when we came down to visit ! Miles with Tyler
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I remember standing and talking to Miles at an ASTA welcome meeting, and how easy he was to talk to. Most of our interactions were by phone and email. Miles was the type of person that always made you feel comfortable. He was always friendly and kind. I know he will be remembered throughout the seed industry for the kind way he treated people. I pray that Miles' family will find comfort during this challenging time.
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The pickup doesn't get top billing in this photo, nor does "Vern" in the way back. The two desperados are Howard Griess, standing, and my brother, Keith, admiring. Miles was behind the camera. Circa 1983 in Ft. Morgan, Colorado
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Awesome photo! Dragging MAIN a whole different level of fun! Remembering Mile when he worked on Main!!
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So sorry to hear of Miles passing. We knew all of the Roger's from the farm and then living two doors down after both families moved to town. Wonderful family.
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Miles approaching the landing on his first solo flight. He nailed it!
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Miles was larger than life in school. He made marching band fun. I later bought his 64 Ford pickup, which I owned quite awhile. It would mean a lot to have a picture of him with our little blue short bed with the white snapped on bed cover.
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I have a pic of the turquoise truck. I’m sure that my mom or I can dig up a pic of the blue truck. I loved those pickups. Not as much as he did, though!
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I added a 64 Ford pick up photo to the "Mementos Page". Miles always reminded me that it was Vega Blue. I hope this is the right one.
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Such a loss to all in the seed industry as well as his family. Miles was a wonderful guy always ready to share his vast knowledge. Visits with Miles at ASTA and HGSA meetings were so welcoming. His laugh, huge smile, and constant encouragement touched me deeply. I am blessed to have known Miles and am so sorry for your loss Patty.
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It was with great sadness that I learnt of the death of Miles. I did not know Miles well but was one of those familiar friendly faces as we passed each other at numerous ASTA conferences. I will remember him for his smile which is a constant thread when reading other people's tributes. My thoughts and best wishes to his family and numerous close friends.
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Each time I met Miles he would greet me with a smile and a big hug and I know that both came straight from the heart.
I can not begin to imagine what the loss of this positive warmhearted man means to Patty and family.
In the spirit of Miles Garden Favourites I am posting this "seed" of rebirth and courage on this memorial page.
Stay strong.
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A wonderful evening together at Santa Fe restaurant week with Miles and Patty .. Feb 2020.
Our precious brother and husband!
We're so very sad to have him taken from us too soon. He brought so much joy to all our lives. Love you forever dear brother.
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This is such a beautiful picture. It captures joy, happiness, and unconditional love. I am already missing my Uncle Miles here on earth, but the pain my sweet cousin feels, I know, is much more. She has lost her daddy. I love you, Jamie. And I am praying for comfort in this unimaginably difficult time.
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This was one of Miles favorite photos of he and Jamie, it is in his office in Santa Fe.
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This formal image of us from Tim and Ashley's wedding day reminded us of ours in Santa Fe. Sending you all me love honey.
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Miles and Patty exiting Tim and Ashley's wedding ceremony. Elizabeth is in the foreground.
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Miles surrounded by his Willows Friends: Shiela, Vic, Chuck, Scott, Carol, Larry and Ola.
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Miles was always friendly and helpful, the kind of person who made it easy to do business with. If he had lived nearby we surely would have gotten to know him even better. Miles is one of the really "good guys". We extend our deepest sympathy to Patty and to all his friends and family.
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I never saw Miles without that big smile of his on his face. Patty, my heart goes out to you and your family. My deepest condolences.
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I was saddened to hear of Miles passing having had the privilege of knowing him through my business relationship with Seeds by Design over many years. He was a gentleman and consummate professional, a true seedsmen, Miles will be sadly missed by our industry. My sincere condolences go to his family and friends who had the pleasure of knowing him better than I.
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I was very sorry to hear of Miles' passing. I had a business relationship with him through Seeds By Design, and always found him to be the nicest, most accommodating, professional, yet warm person. Despite our contact being via the phone only, I considered him to be a friend. I am sending my condolences to those who knew him best, I am so so sorry for your loss. This world is poorer now, without him.
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Our home on Platte Avenue. Many happy memories as Miles, Stan and Brian played in the front yard with the neighbor boys and riding bikes around the block. Dad would come out on the front porch of an evening and the neighbors would wander over to solve the days problems while we kids played. I'm sure there were a lot of mischievous things that went on that we'll never know about...... Loved this home and the many happy memories there.
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Miles was truly a special man - always so warm and friendly with the biggest smile on his face. He will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and the entire SBD team.
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Family farm 10 miles north of Fort Morgan. Miles would have been 5 or 6 when we moved to town. I have many happy memories here. Lots of room for a couple of little brothers and solder sisters to run and play. I remember him climbing a very tall pine tree and we looked for him for what seemed like hours. He finally let us know where he was and had to be coaxed down. I'm not sure if this is the exact way it happened but still a sweet memory. Obviously he made it down safely.
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We were so sorry to receive the news of Miles' passing. Patty, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
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Always a pleasure to work with... Miles will be sorely missed in the horticulture community. I will treasure the memories of our last meeting together.
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So sorry for your loss. I knew Miles and family because they lived two doors down from us. Had such great times playing. Thought and prayers for the family. RIP Miles.
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I know Miles will be sorely missed! I remember him fondly. I will be praying for Patty and the whole family. He and Patty always made me feel so welcomed and they were such a sweet couple- I enjoyed watching them do life and business together.
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Miles was one of the wonderful people that always had a smile and kind words to say. I always looked forward to catching up with him at our CSA meetings and will truly miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with Patty and his family.
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I’m very sad and heart broken to hear this. I knew Miles for many years and just talked to him not to long ago. We lived together out of high school for awhile and boy did we party. He was a true friend and I will miss him. RIP Miles, I love you man.
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I had the pleasure of playing golf with Miles once - and it WAS a very memorable and entertaining experience. Our ASTA golf tournaments won't be the same without him around. Plus, he always had a good idea how to make things better. I considered him a friend and will miss him.
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Oh my goodness, the industry was just informed of this. I am so terribly sorry to hear. Miles will be remembered for many reasons, none the least for his ever present infectious smile and personality. Please accept my personal sincere condolences, and wishes that you and the family can bear this loss with strength.
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As for man, his days are like grass;
As a flower of the field, so he flourishes.
When the wind has passed over it, it is no more,
And its place acknowledges it no longer. ~ Psalm 103:15-16
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Oh my goodness, this is an amazing picture and tribute to Mile’s childhood.
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Sarah, notice the spindles on the stairs. I can’t image the wear and tear that house got from all of us kids!
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Patty, I am deeply sorry for this great loss to you, your daughters, our daughter, Miles large family, and his many friends. Miles was a tender and gentle soul with an endless capacity to love and a true zest for life. His obituary captures the essence of Miles, and expresses all the reasons he will be sorely missed by so many.
The love and devotion Miles had for our beautiful daughter, Jamie, can be seen in many sweet old photos. This one is circa 1985. The years Miles spent raising Jamie are an important part of his life story and his enduring legacy. I would like to share more photos of Miles in his early years for his family and friends who knew him before he moved to California. I hope you find some comfort in seeing the man you dearly loved was indeed the man you so aptly described. Peace be with you.
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I remember in middle school that I was Miles campaign manager for head boy He won of course because he was just awesome! He always had a great smile! Will truly miss him. Prayers and love to the family.
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So sorry to hear the sad news. Thoughts and prayers out to you Patty and your family. He was a fine seedsman. I will miss his constant smile.
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What the hell I can't believe this sorry for your loss I just can't believe it
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I was so mad at him for shaking that tree and dumping snow on me! It’s clear from this photo - I wasn’t upset for long.
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Bogus Basin, above the infamous Treasure Valley inversions.
Idaho 1992
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