Obit: Blaine Kennedy Rogers, of Simpsonville

Blaine Kennedy Rogers, 28, of Simpsonville,  died Thursday, August 15, 2013.

Born in Atlanta, GA, he was a son of Jeff and Jane Dembowski Rogers of Simpsonville.

Blaine was employed with Willow Creek Golf Club. He had a special appreciation for kids, animals and sports. He especially excelled in golf as he traveled the road in a professional level. Family meant everything to him and he truly meant everything to us.

Surviving, in addition to his parents, are a brother, Chris Rogers of Savannah, GA; grandmother, Edythe Rogers of Shalimar, FL; grandfather, Ray Dembowski of Romeo, MI; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

The Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday, August 19, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church with visitation following in the church Parish Center.

Memorials may be made to First Tee Golf Foundation of Greenville, 25 Owens Street, Greenville, SC 29611.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee.com.