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John Rogers Obituary

John Rogers Jr., age 66 of Downers Grove formerly of River Forest. Beloved son of the late John "Jack" Rogers and Virginia "Ginny" Rogers nee Noonan; loving brother of Sharon Bigane, Judy Rogers, Susan Rogers, Lauren (Chuck) Jamieson, Tom (Karen) Rogers, and the late Dick (Lynne) Rogers; Dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. Great Uncle of 19. 4th Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus Naperville Council #1369. Visitation Wednesday, March 22, 3-8 PM at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers Rd. (3 blks. So. of Roosevelt Rd) Lombard. Funeral Thursday 9:15 AM from the funeral home to Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Church, 1 S 314 Summit Ave., Oakbrook Terrace. Mass 10 AM. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Memorials to PACTT Foundation for Autistic Youths, PO Box 492, Oak Park, IL 60303 . Funeral Info: 630-932-1500 or knollcrest.net.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Mar. 19, 2017.

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March 23, 2017

Jack was beacon of light and love for those around him. His light continues to shine, as we carry Jack's memory in our hearts.

Sending our condolences and prayers of comfort to Buck, Karen, their mother Ginny, and extended family.

Sincerely,

Sharon (Mattern) Buettiker, Juerg Buettiker, Grace & Ariane

March 22, 2017

Dear Ginny and Family,

So sorry for the loss of your son and brother John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May the love and memories you have of John bring you comfort and peace.

Deepest Sympathy,

Marty and Susan Schuh

March 21, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless.







Caryn McDonald
Darien, il

Kathy Brykalski

March 21, 2017

The Kowalik Family extends their sympathy and prayers to all of you. We are so sorry for your loss. We hope you find comfort in the memories you hold close to your heart.
Kathy (Kowalik) Brykalski
Peggy (Kowalik) Wagner

Kathy Richardson

March 21, 2017

Dear Lauren and Family,
I'm so sorry to hear about your brother. Prayers and hugs for.you all during this difficult time. Miss you!

John & Holly Tuohy

March 20, 2017

The Tuohy family extends condolences and prayers to the Rogers family. We are very sorry for your loss. We pray you find peace in your good memories of John and in Jesus Christ's enduring love.

Sincerely,

John Tuohy (St. Norbert College '85)

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Mar

22

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Knollcrest Funeral Home

1500 S. Meyers Rd, Lombard, IL

Mar

23

Funeral

9:15 a.m.

Knollcrest Funeral Home

1500 South Meyers Road, Lombard, IL 60148

Mar

23

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Church

1 S 314 Summit Ave.,, Oakbrook Terrace., IL

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Knollcrest Funeral Home

1500 South Meyers Road, Lombard, IL 60148

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