Marc Ashley Rogers - Obituary

r. Marc Ashley Rogers, of Annapolis, Maryland, passed away peacefully at his home on July 17, 2026, at the age of 72. Born on January 6, 1954, in Hamilton, New York, Marc was the son of Professor William B. Rogers and Luella Marcks Rogers. He was predeceased by his parents; his grandparents Henry and Mildred Marcks; his brothers, Bruce M. Rogers and Stuart P. Rogers; and his uncle, Ronald J. Marcks. Marc is survived by his wife, Wendy Rogers; his sister, Andrea Rogers Lindemann; his aunt, Barbara Marcks; his sister-in-law, Diane Rogers; his brother-in-law, Tim Lindemann; and many beloved nieces and nephews—Alex, Anna, Andy, Matty, Emily, Christina, Myles, and Johnny—along with their spouses and children. Marc dedicated his professional life to teaching, research, and mentoring students in the field of exercise physiology. He retired in 2020 after 20 years as a professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Maryland. Earlier in his career, he served on the faculty at Michigan State University from 1987 to 1990. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the State University of New York at Cortland in 1976, a Master of Education from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, in 1979, and a Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities in 1985. He was a proud graduate of Homer Central High School, Class of 1972. Marc's love of sports began in childhood and remained a defining part of his life. From Little League baseball and high school athletics to playing baseball in college, he embraced competition and teamwork. Along with his brothers and friends, he spent countless winter days playing hockey on the village green, frozen ponds around Homer, and during late-night sessions at the college rink. Marc became an avid runner, competing in hundreds of races over the years and winning the Las Vegas Marathon. Later in life, he developed a passion for long-distance cycling, enjoying extended rides throughout the United States with close friends. He also gave back to the sports community as a respected high school and college basketball referee for many years. Marc's generosity extended far beyond athletics. He devoted countless hours to volunteering, including volunteering for the Special Olympics Track and Field competitions, his church Food Bank and serving each summer at a camp for children with cancer. During the Christmas season, he quietly prepared care packages filled with warm socks, gloves, and sandwiches, driving through Washington, D.C., to distribute them to people experiencing homelessness. Acts of kindness like these reflected his deep compassion and desire to help others. Friendship and family were central to Marc's life. He maintained lifelong relationships with friends from every stage of his journey and always found time to gather for class reunions, family reunions, lacrosse tournaments, and cycling adventures. He loved to travel, whether visiting family across the United States and abroad or attending sporting events with those he loved. Marc was also an active member of his church, where he faithfully participated in the men's Bible study and found strength in his faith and fellowship. Marc will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, enthusiasm for life, unwavering loyalty to family and friends, and his commitment to serving others. His warmth, encouragement, and adventurous spirit touched countless lives, and his memory will continue to inspire all who knew and loved him. Online condolences may be left for the family by visiting the Memories link on this page.