Ertle "Buddy" Rogers, age 71, of Lumberton, NC passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at UNC Health Southeastern in Lumberton.

Buddy was born in Lumberton, NC on June 23, 1954 to the late Julian Lynn Rogers and Lula Mae Locklear Rogers.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Alnita Rogers; his son, Adrian Rogers; a grandson, Austin Wiatrowski; a brother, Michael Rogers; and sisters: Gloria Lane Rogers, Joyce Faye Rogers, and Inez Augusta Riley.

Buddy served his country in the U.S. Army for over 20 years as a Motor Transport Operator. He enjoyed fishing and listening to music. Buddy spent many hours washing and waxing his cars and keeping up with the maintenance.

Buddy is survived by his fiancée of 20 years, Debra Meszaros; his daughters: Charnitra Michelle Rogers and fiancé Anthony Brown, Samantha Meszaros, and Kendra Griffith; his sons: George "Ski" Wiatrowski, Douglas "DJ" Meszaros, and Julian Reed; his grandchildren: Salina, Tiona, Anthony, Diamond, Brian, Randy, Laura, Cierrah, Destiny, Dynasia, Darren, Jasmine, Anthony, and Alex: his great-grandchildren: Brian, Jade Griffith, Connor, and Samuel; his brothers: Terry Anthony Rogers, Blanton Rogers, and Marvin Rogers; special family, Shirley Carter and Catherine Ward; special pets: Minnie, Nutnut, and Butterbean; and host of relatives and friends who will miss him dearly.

Visitation will be held from 12:00 pm until 1:00 pm on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at Floyd Mortuary and Crematory, 809 E. 5th Street, Lumberton, and a memorial service will follow at 1:00 PM on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at Floyd Mortuary and Crematory, Inc. 809 E. 5th Street, Lumberton, NC.