William R.

Rodgers

William R. Rodgers, born June 23, 1947, in Manhattan, New York, passed away on November 6, 2026 leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories and a family who loved him dearly.

William moved to Long Island, New York as a child. There he attended SUNY Farmingdale, where he studied civil engineering, and went on to build a 32-year career as a project engineer with the Long Island Rail Road. In 2022, William relocated to Fort Mill, SC. After retiring, William enjoyed 26 years of doing the things he loved most. Whether working on projects around the house, spending time in his garden, or simply enjoying the company of his family, he found happiness in the everyday moments. Above all, he treasured the time spent with his grandsons, who brought him tremendous joy.

William is survived by his beloved wife of 41 years, Joanne Rodgers; his daughter, Kelly Casale, and her husband, Tom; his cherished grandsons, Thomas and Aiden Casale; his younger brother, Kenneth Rodgers; and his nephews, Kenny and Travis Rodgers. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dolores and William Rodgers.

A memorial service will be held at Palmetto Funeral Home on Monday, November 16, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

'Although he is no longer with us, his love and guidance remain, his wisdom helped shape who we are, and his memory will be treasured always.'