Phillip Alexander Rogers, aka “Frog”, age 79, passed away Sunday, May 28, 2023.

He was a native of Jackson County, born in Cashiers, NC, on June 14, 1943, to the late Arthur Lee Rogers and Bonnie Bird Rogers.

Alex owned his own painting business and was a musician. He loved his bluegrass music. He was the band leader of many bands, but Cash Valley Grass was the most prominent one. Other musical achievements were playing in the largest bluegrass festival, known as the Bean Bluegrass Festival of Indiana, opening acts for artists such as, Ralph Stanley, Ricky Skaggs, and Jimmy Martin. He enjoyed teaching other Appalachian youth the basics of bluegrass music. Amongst his musical talents, he was an artist, he has painted several paintings. He was a craftsman of furniture, decorative wooden bowls, toy chests, and he was also very proud of his Cherokee heritage.

Alex is survived by his wife of 22 years, Mary Rogers, of the home; two sons: Hank Rogers (Juleigh), Phil Rogers (Kim); stepchildren, Lynn White (Strotter), Scott White, and Bobbie White; five grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Many special cousins and friends also survive.

A celebration of life will be held at the Pine Creek Baptist Church on Thursday, June 1st at 2pm. The family will receive friends 1-2pm, one hour prior to the service.

Honorary pallbearers will be Bo Frady, Chris Tucker Jr., Michael Morgan, Jason Shelton, Clarence Russell, J.C. Norris, Jessie Palmer, and Samuel Palmer.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the Pine Creek Cemetery, co Pine Creek Baptist Church, 4338 Pine Creek Rd., Cullowhee, NC 28723.

Online condolences can be made at www.maconfuneralhome.com.

Macon Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.