Memorial Run

09/26/2026

09/22/2026

As I said at the benefit Sunday, words have been so hard to find over the past month. I've never been down this road before. "Thank you", after all that has been done for me and my family, seems so hallow.

There is no way to mention so many people. Some chose to lay in secrecy and I appreciate that. They shall be rewarded one day.

There were many businesses and individuals who donated items, merchandise, and services for door prizes and raffle items. So many who showed up the day prior to set up for hours and again the day of. I was not allowed to do anything to help. I was told, "absolutely not. You sit down."

So many people rallied over the past couple months...for me. The Seneca Fire Auxiliary was responsible for this whole event and they demonstrated their commitment to their department and this community. They do this year round and I was simply added the their calendar. What an awesome group of ladies they are. I still am lost over this. It's hard to accept it all. It has humbled me and made me more grateful than I could ever express.

I will make my rounds to our donors and express my gratitude. I will write letters of appreciation to others. If you were involved in any way, don't be afraid to let me know, I would love to share a kind handshake or a hug. It was a busy and crazy day and I really don't remember everyone involved and I apologize for the failed memory but I am so deeply grateful to every single person.

This event will not satisfy the financial hardship that cancer always brings. It will, however, bring a sense of hope for a while. We can put some of the worries aside and focus on life.

We have not had to struggle or worry for many years. We have been blessed. To go from security to struggling absolutely sucks. However, we have found so much good in the struggle and we are blessed beyond measure because of it; because of people who stepped up. You will all be rewarded one day.

09/11/2026

When you've walked in their boots, you cannot forget. 343.

09/11/2026

You can make a difference and I would be so grateful. Bidding has started and you need not register. Simply go to the link below and drop a bid in the comment on any item. Pretty simple

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EDIT: 11 HOURS TO GO! WINNERS ANNOUNCED THIS EVENING! GET YOUR BIDS IN FOR YOUR FAVORITE ITEMS!

Join us for our Battle for a Brother Chili & Co****le Benefit Online Auction, benefiting Randy Rogers.

🗓️ Auction opens September 10th
⏰ Bidding runs through September 19th
❤️ Benefit Day: September 20th
📍 Seneca Assembly of God Church

And trust us…you’re going to want to check this one out! 👀

✨ Auction items include:
🎯 Co****le Boards
🔥 Blackstone Griddle
🧶 Handmade Afghan
🎣 Guided Fishing Trip
🎰 Stay & Play Packages to Local Casinos
💆‍♀️ Spa Package
⛳ Golf Package
🎁 Local Business Gift Certificates
🍽️ Dining • Outdoor Gear • Handmade Items & MORE!

Every bid helps make a difference for a brother in need. ❤️

👉 REGISTER • BID • WIN • MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Please share this post, tag your friends, and help us spread the word! The more people who see it, the more support we can provide Randy and his family. 🙏

Let’s show Randy just how strong our community can be! 🚒❤️

09/02/2026

I'm going to post this again as the event draws near. Just under 3 weeks away.

In doing so, allow me to say how strange and odd this feels in doing so. I have never ask anyone for help. It's a bullheaded male trait, I guess. My wife and I have always helped other without seeking anything in return. Just doing for others is something amazing.

We have learned already that cancer is not a cheap game to play. Even with decent insurance there are lots of expenses and lost time at work. Fighting with insurance companies gets to be too much at times.

With that said, as hard as it is, I have accepted the kindness, hard work, and generosity that the Seneca Fire Auxiliary has put into this benefit for me. I have nothing to give financially and that is a hard and honest thing to say. We've always had it to give. In that event, I took the time over the past several weeks to build a custom set of Corn Hole boxes to donate to the benefit to be auctioned at the event.

I will show up to sample the different chili's, watch the tournament, and visit with folks. I am oddly looking forward to the event and would be grateful for your support.

I can post auction items a couple days prior so those in distant lands who cannot attend might make bids on items. Tickets for the r***e can also be purchased in advance through the Seneca Fire Auxiliary or by letting me know.

08/27/2026

After the coffee brewed this morning and I took my place on the patio to indulge. I opened the phone and to my surprise was the first post on my FB page. It was the link below.

I've sat here for some time, even as I type, searching for words and they're just not there. Me, of all people...SPEECHLESS. I type a little and erase the words and stare off across the field looking for more words. It's crazy.

I'm not perfect. Never claimed to be. I had my issues when I was younger. I decided that wasn't where I wanted to be. I learned many years ago that others are really what matter in this life. Do for others. Put others first. I have and the rewards have been abundant.

The past several years have caused me to slow down and reflect and question things. I'm no different than anyone reading this post. I question "why". Why do you try so hard. Why do you help and do for others. Why do bad things happen to good people? I don't know. I don't get it most times.

As a man of faith I am slow to complain. I don't bother with the self pity as it serves no purpose. I realize every day much greater people do not wake up; someone always has it worse that I do. I try to find the message and the answers on every rough road in this life.

For me, of late, it's been the people. Some I don't even know. Others I feel I have done so little for. Some are friends that have been quietly lying in wait. So many have come forth, uninvited, to help. To help ME.

This morning was the post. The shirts. They mean so little, it seems. In reality, they mean so much. It's not just a few dollars from each shirt that will help me get through this battle. It's the thought of those standing with me. Sometimes just standing with someone means more than any words that can be spoken.

The ladies. The friends. The family. The colleagues of the Seneca Fire Auxiliary have been the epitome of love and support. I didn't ask for anything. Yet, every week they have gone bigger and better...for me.

I'm not gonna ask why. I'm not gonna deny a blessing. I am gonna think about the best imaginary hug emoji I can and wish it upon each of them. I'm gonna say thank you the best I can. Then I'm gonna figure out the best way to pay it forward.

In the meantime, I would be most humbled to see this shirt all over town. All over this country. It doesn't represent just myself, but all who struggle and battle with cancer every day.

Cancer is not a cheap game to play, as I've said before. I would be so grateful for the help and support from everyone in this cause.

Let me point out in closing, all of the people behind this benefit on September 20th are volunteers. The volunteers behind the volunteers in our local Fire Department. Let me ask everyone to to remember, honor and help those in your communities. They are , to me, more than VOLUNTEERS.

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08/26/2026

Can you imagine a day, just one day, on social media or the news outlets where there is no politics. No hate. No mean garbage being spewed? Neither did I.

It took the loss of a beautiful soul to make that happen yesterday. Maybe...MAYBE we can all learn something from the loss of Dolly Parton and and turn back the calendar to a better time. To a better world. For more than just a day.

08/16/2026

I've never asked anyone to give to a cause without first giving myself. I've been in the shop the past couple weeks and built a set of corn hole boards to be donated and auctioned off at the benefit next month. I kinda went extreme with the design and materials. If you're gonna play, do it in style, I say.

08/13/2026

Absolutely amazing. This benefit has been put together by the awesome ladies at the Seneca Fire Auxiliary. It is not something I set out to do nor did I ask for it. Struggling through this cancer journey has been rough already so I agreed to accept the blessing.

The wonderful folks at Black Rain have graciously donated and AR 15 to be raffled at the benefit on September 20th. If you're looking for an awesome r***e, ticket information is on the flier. There will be lots of other items to be auctioned off at the event.

If you're a corn hole player with a two man team, come join us. All the information can be seen at the Seneca Fire Auxiliary page.

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The wonderful folks at Black Rain Ordnance have graciously donated a standard AR15 FDE CERAKOT with custom ejection port cover, for a drawing for our benefit on Sept 20. Tickets can be purchased via Cash App/ PayPal or Cash. Weapon will be picked up from black rain and all standard checks apply. Message Seneca Fire auxiliary with questions or to purchase tickets!