David T Rodgers

David T. Rodgers, 55, of Howland Twp. died unexpectedly 4:15 AM Friday February 4, 2011 in the emergency room at Trumbull Memorial Hospital following surgery. He was born July 8, 1955 in Warren the son of the late Harry and Arlene (Schick) Rodgers Sr. A lifetime area resident, Dave was a 1973 graduate of Howland High School. He was formerly employed by the Carl W. Hall Funeral Home, Action Ambulance Co., and May's Towing. He joined the Howland Fire Dept. as a volunteer in July 1973 and became a full time professional firefighter in October of 1989. He also was presently employed part-time by his brother's company, Bud's Towing. He served as Chief of the Trumbull County Sheriff's Fire Investigation Unit and was a member of Firefighters' Local 2786 and the Howland Volunteer Firefighters Association. Dave was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed dirt track racing at the Sharon Speedway but his greatest joy came from spending time with his grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by his mother Arlene of Howland, his wife Brenda (Moore) of Warren, 2 sons Jeremy (Valerie) of Vienna, Joshua of Howland, 2 daughters Michaela of Howland, Catherine of Warren, and a brother Harry "Bud" Jr. of Fowler and his companion Merrily of Vienna. He also leaves a companion Nancy Groves, 7 grandchildren, Hailey, Madison, Lacy, Mia, Mason, Caleb, Emilee, and a nephew Harry. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Tuesday Feb. 8, 2011 at Roberts-Clark Chapel where friends will be received from 4-7 PM Monday. Pastor James Baer will officiate. Interment will be in the Howland Twp. Cemetery. The family suggests material contributions be made to the Trumbull County Fire Investigation Unit 605 Panther Ave. Warren, OH 44483.