In remembrance …

Book of Memories - R

Breta M. Rogers

Breta M. Rogers

(1947 – 1989) Soft-spoken, a gentle spirit, easy-going disposition, full of laughter, and a true love for living. An Extension co-worker made this statement in describing Breta Arrington Rogers, who spent her years of Extension work in the 4-H DOT program in Mobile...

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Walter L. Rodgers

Walter L. Rodgers

(1943 – 2018) Mr. Walter L. Rodgers was born in Gordo, AL the eighth of nine children. He had an impressive career as a football player at Gordo High School and accepted a four-year scholarship to attend Alabama A&M University as a “Fighting Bulldog.” The 1966...

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Rubye J. Robinson

Rubye J. Robinson

(1915 – 2004) Rubye J. Robinson, County Agent 4-H, Jefferson County, retired June 30, 1977, after 32 years of service with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System. Mrs. Robinson held a Bachelor’s degree in home economics from Philander Smith College, Little Rock,...

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Fred D. Robinson

Fred D. Robinson

(1921 – 2010) Fred DeWitt “Rob” Robinson was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on June 25, 1921, to William Fred and Ethel Livingston Robinson. He attended Good Hope School (Cullman County) and graduated from Cullman County High School in 1942. He served his country...

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Fred R. Robertson, Jr.

Fred R. Robertson, Jr.

(1914 – 1998) A leading figure in the development of Auburn University’s extension programs and a man who provided dynamic and visionary leadership during a 16-year tenure as an Alabama Cooperative Extension Service administrator during the times of profound...

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Ruth L. Rivers

Ruth L. Rivers

(1908 – 1981) Born in Snow Hill, Alabama, on July 27, 1908, Ruth L. Rivers always loved sharing her education at several very prestigious schools. After attending Spelman College for three years, she transferred to Tuskegee Institute, where she earned her B.S. degree...

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