Alice J. Rogers

Alice Joy Rogers (née Greenless), of Narragansett, Rhode Island, passed away on November 5, 2026, at St. Clare-Newport, Rhode Island.

Alice was born on October 29, 1938, in Providence, Rhode Island, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Blanche (French) Greenless.

On August 19, 1955, Alice married the love of her life, Richard D. Rogers, in Seekonk, Massachusetts. Together, they shared more than 50 wonderful years of marriage until Richard’s passing in April 2006.

In 1958, Alice and Richard moved to the Bronx, New York, before settling in Rockland County in 1961. Alice devoted more than 20 years to teaching at Bardonia Elementary School, where her warmth, dedication, and love of education left a lasting impression on generations of students.

Following retirement, Alice and Richard embraced their love of travel, sharing countless adventures with family and friends. They especially cherished their winters in Melbourne Beach, Florida, where Alice enjoyed tennis, golf, theater, and the beloved tradition of “Pour at Four,” surrounded by treasured friends.

For the past two decades, Alice divided her time between her homes in Melbourne Beach, Florida and Narragansett, Rhode Island, enjoying the best of both worlds and the company of family and lifelong friends. Wherever she was, Alice embraced life with enthusiasm, and found joy in the people and experiences that filled her days.

Alice leaves behind her four beloved daughters: Lynda Rogers-Seeley and her husband, Terrence, of Pine Bush, New York; Sheryl Ranke and her husband, Bill, of Charlestown, Rhode Island; Patricia Moschitta and her husband, John, of Delaware; and Mary McKearney and her husband, John, of Narragansett, Rhode Island. She was also a proud grandmother to eight grandchildren and a great-grandmother to nine great-grandchildren, each of whom held a special place in her heart.

The eldest of four children, Alice is also survived by her brothers, Joseph “Jay” Greenless and his wife, Maria, and James Greenless and his wife, Laurie. She was predeceased by her sister, Ellen Kaplan, and leaves behind many nieces and nephews.

Alice lived a life filled with love, laughter, adventure, and cherished friendships. She had a special way of bringing people together, making memories, and finding joy in life. Above all, she treasured the time spent with those she loved. Though she will be deeply missed, the wonderful memories she leaves behind will remain a lasting part of her legacy.

A Celebration of Alice’s Life will be held on Sunday, November 15, 2026 from 2-5pm in the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory – SOUTH COUNTY CHAPEL, 1111 Boston Neck Road, (Rt. 1A), Narragansett. Her burial will be private in RI Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Exeter. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice, 438 East Main Road, Middletown, RI 02842.