Beloved Community Matriarch Pamela Kaye Ellis Rogers Passes Away

Memorial tribute for Pamela Kaye Ellis Rogers

Greenwood, South Carolina, October 9, 2025

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Pamela Kaye Ellis Rogers, a cherished matriarch of Greenwood, South Carolina, has passed away at the age of 77. Known for her infectious smile and loving nature, she is survived by her husband Charles, children, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A woman of strong faith, she will be honored by her family in Rowena, Texas. The community remembers her deep love for family and friends, as well as the lasting impact she made in their lives.

Greenwood, South Carolina – Pamela Kaye Ellis Rogers, a cherished matriarch and beloved member of the community, passed away peacefully on October 4th, 2025, at the age of 77. She died at McCormick Post Acute in McCormick, South Carolina. Born on October 29th, 1947, in Newberry, South Carolina, Pamela was the daughter of the late Fred and Nell Ellis.

Pamela is survived by her devoted husband, Charles Joseph Rogers III, and their children. Their son, Jay Brock, and his wife, Lexy, reside in Fort Worth, Texas, while their daughter, Jennifer Blanchett, is married to Carey and lives in Greenwood, South Carolina. As a grandmother, Pamela is remembered lovingly by her four grandchildren: Dustin Shirley of Fort Worth, Texas, Austin Shirley of Fountain Inn, South Carolina, Sidnee Elder of Raleigh, North Carolina, and Jaycee Brock of Charleston, South Carolina. She was also a great grandmother to four great grandchildren: Stella, Brock, Silas, and Stevie Shirley.

In addition to her immediate family, Pamela is survived by her sister, Angela Haselden from Dacula, Georgia, as well as a nephew, Fred Haselden, and a niece, Michelle James. Described by those who knew her as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Pamela was celebrated for her infectious smile, kind heart, and her deep love for family and friends.

Pamela was a woman of strong faith and was known to practice the Baptist faith. She will be laid to rest in Rowena, Texas, where her family will gather to honor her life and contributions to their lives.

The community of Greenwood, South Carolina, remembers Pamela Kaye Ellis Rogers not only for her nurturing presence but also for the lasting impact she made in the lives of those around her. Her family and friends recall her commitment to her loved ones and the endless love she shared during her lifetime.

Key Details of Pamela Kaye Ellis Rogers’ Life

  • Age: 77
  • Date of Birth: October 29, 1947
  • Date of Passing: October 4th, 2025
  • Location of Death: McCormick Post Acute, McCormick, SC
  • Residence: 221 Rock Knoll Dr. Greenwood, SC
  • Husband: Charles Joseph Rogers III
  • Children: Jay Brock (Fort Worth, TX) and Jennifer Blanchett (Greenwood, SC)
  • Grandchildren: Dustin Shirley, Austin Shirley, Sidnee Elder, Jaycee Brock
  • Great Grandchildren: Stella, Brock, Silas, and Stevie Shirley
  • Sister: Angela Haselden (Dacula, GA)
  • Faith: Baptist
  • Final Resting Place: Rowena, TX

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What was Pamela Kaye Ellis Rogers’ age at the time of her passing?

Pamela Kaye Ellis Rogers passed away at the age of 77.

Where did Pamela Kaye Ellis Rogers pass away?

She passed away at McCormick Post Acute in McCormick, South Carolina.

What was Pamela Kaye Ellis Rogers’ final resting place?

Pamela will be laid to rest in Rowena, Texas.

Summary of Key Features

Feature Details
Full Name Pamela Kaye Ellis Rogers
Age at Passing 77
Date of Birth October 29, 1947
Date of Death October 4th, 2025
Place of Death McCormick Post Acute, McCormick, SC
Husband Charles Joseph Rogers III
Children Jay Brock (Fort Worth, TX), Jennifer Blanchett (Greenwood, SC)
Grandchildren Dustin Shirley, Austin Shirley, Sidnee Elder, Jaycee Brock
Great Grandchildren Stella, Brock, Silas, Stevie Shirley
Sister Angela Haselden (Dacula, GA)
Faith Baptist
Final Resting Place Rowena, TX

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