Lonene “Lonnie” Rogers has been missing since January 7, 1981 from Hayfield Township, Pennsylvania. She is profoundly deaf and as a result cannot speak fluently.  Lonnie communicates primarily through lip reading and American Sign Language.
 

According to her husband, Clinton "Bud" Rogers, Lonnie left after an argument, but her belongings—including her purse, hearing aids, medication, glasses, car keys, and Mustang—were left behind, along with her two small children. Bud did not report Lonnie missing; her parents did after noticing his unusual behavior hours after she vanished.
 

In the years following Lonnie’s disappearance, her children faced instability, moving between temporary homes. In 1989, Bud abandoned their daughter Alison at a police station, leading her to be raised by a guidance counselor's family.
 

In January 2022, Alison published A Daughter’s Journey...and Story of Resilience, detailing Lonnie's life, her disappearance, and Alison’s belief that her father may have been involved. The book highlights Alison’s determination to seek justice for her mother despite limited cooperation from law enforcement.
 

For over four decades, Alison has tirelessly advocated for her mother but has faced repeated denials when requesting access to Lonnie’s case files. While law enforcement claims the case is active, Alison reports little progress and infrequent updates. Frustrated, she recently launched a petition for “Lonnie’s Law,” a proposal to grant families access to missing person case files if the case remains unsolved for more than 20 years. Alison’s unwavering efforts honor her mother’s memory and inspire those seeking justice for their loved ones. Please sign and share the petition by clicking here.

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