Daddy’s People – A Patchwork of Mountain Roots

“These hills were his cradle, and the winding creeks his first lullaby.”

The stories stitched into Daddy’s side of the family are ones soaked in tradition, resilience, and the good, honest work of mountain folks. From Kentucky’s hollers to Indiana’s fields, the Rogers name—and the kin who carried it—left deep roots in the land and lasting marks on the hearts of those who knew them.

This corner of the quilt is dedicated to those strong-backed, soft-hearted people who built lives in the hills of Estill and Menifee Counties. Whether they were farming rocky soil, running shine under the moon, preaching from little white churches, or raising up families with love and grit… this is their patch.

Walk These Mountain Paths Through Daddy’s Legacy

These pages open the doors to stories passed down through generations—
rough hands, faithful hearts, and mountain soil beneath their boots.

Where every square is a story.

Marriage records bound
by vows and family ties.

Honoring lives with gentle farewells.

Tales of the paths they walked.

Resonating memories from times gone by.

Help Us Preserve Our Mountain Heritage

Got a story, an old photograph, or a family name that belongs in this patch of the quilt?
We’d love to add it. Every memory—no matter how small—helps us tell the whole story.

Every name matters. Every story counts.