ALVIN ?Doc? ROGERS, age 93, of Reading, died Saturday, September 9, 2006, at the Sioux Valley Luverne Hospital. He was born August 25, 1913 in rural Reading, to parents, William and Evelyn (Coyour) Rogers. Alvin attended school in Reading. After his schooling he helped out local area farmers. On May 25, 1942 Alvin joined the U.S. Army and served during World War II until November 8, 1945. He was stationed in Italy and Africa. Alvin was injured during his enlistment and received a purple heart. After he was honorably discharged, Alvin moved to Lake Wilson and began farming. On August 12, 1950 Alvin married Irene Spellman and the couple made their home in Reading. Alvin started working for the Rock Island Railroad in 1953 until he retired. After retiring from the Railroad, Alvin again worked for local area farmers. Alvin moved to the Mary Jane Brown Home in June of 2006. Alvin was a member of St. Mary?s Catholic Church in Worthington, a member of the Worthington VFW and also a member of the Disabled American Veterans. Alvin enjoyed farming and gardening. Alvin is survived by his daughter, Ginger Rogers, Reading; one sister, Doris Ricketts, Slayton; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Irene on December 21, 2003, one brother, Clifford and one sister, Ethel Rowley. Blessed Be His Memory.