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Linda Rogers Obituary

Linda J. Rogers, age 78 of Michigan City, Indiana, passed away on Monday, Dec. 11, 2023, after her long battle with dementia ended. She was born on May 5, 1945, in Michigan City to Wilbur and Rosalee (Griswold) Johnson, who preceded her in death.

On Aug. 10, 1968, Linda married the love of her life, Kirk Rogers. They got married at Queen of All Saints in Michigan City and have been married for 55 years. Kirk still survives in Michigan City.

Linda is also survived by her children, Sarah (Greg) Knecht of Greenfield, Indiana, and Tim (Alyssa) Rogers of Indianapolis, Indiana; grandchildren, Alissa and Kirk Knecht; sister, Kathy Peterson of South Bend, Indiana; six nieces and nephews; six cousins; and many dear friends.

Linda graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1963 and at St. Xavier in 1967. She received her nursing degree from Purdue North Central and continued to work at the Michigan City Schools as a nurse. A special thanks to the caregivers at Rittenhouse, Brickyard Terrace Center and Heart to Heart Hospice for their loving care they gave to Linda.

Donations may be made to the Michigan City Historical Society/The Old Lighthouse Museum, or the Michigan City Exchange Club, or the Alzheimer's Association for the Greater Indiana Chapter.

Family and friends are invited to meet the family on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Geisen-Carlisle Funeral Home, 613 Washington Street, Michigan City, IN, 46360. An additional visitation will be held on Friday, Dec. 15, 2023, from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. at Geisen-Carlisle Funeral Home with Brother Shaun Gray officiating. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery.

To sign an online guestbook or leave condolences, please visit: www.Carlislefh.com or 219-874-4214.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by La Porte County Herald-Dispatch on Dec. 12, 2023.

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Commander Joel Heuring, USN-Ret

July 1, 2024

Linda lives on in the memory fifty-five fabulous years of wonderful marriage you shared. I didn't know either of you well,but I can suppose you were best of friends and together met life's challenges with confidence and positivity. Linda's gentle strengths are to be celebrated now and forever. May rememberance bring comfort and peace to you and your family.

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Jay Rogers

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Jessica Holaway (Mom to Emma Krivak)

December 22, 2023

She was the nurse at my daughter´s school and we loved her! My daughter had go see her many times a day for her diabetes so we got to know her well and loved her. I am so sorry. Condolences to her family.

Barry Young

December 18, 2023

I've known Linda since high school and enjoyed her wonderful sense of humor. She was greatly missed at our 60th class reunion this past August. My sincere condolences to Kirk and the family.

Barb Skierkowski

December 15, 2023

Dear Kirk and family,
I am so sorry yo hear of the loss of your beautiful wife, mother and grandmother. She was a sweet lady. Blessings to you all. RIP Linda
Barb Skierkowski

Pat McBride

December 14, 2023

Kirk: Rusty & I are sorry for your loss; you and your family are in our thoughts & prayers!

Vicki Eis

December 13, 2023

Dear Kirk and family,
You have my deepest sympathies, may God stay by your side during this time.

Tom and Cindee Essling

December 13, 2023

Kirk- Sharee called and said that Linda had passed away and wanted you and your family to know that Tom and I send thoughts and prayers. You have so many good times and memories to remember!
Fondly, Tom & Cindee Essling

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Dec

14

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Geisen-Carlisle Funeral & Cremation Services

613 Washington St., Michigan City, IN 46360

Dec

15

Service

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Geisen-Carlisle Funeral & Cremation Services

613 Washington St., Michigan City, IN 46360

Dec

15

Service

12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Greenwood Cemetery

153 Tilden Ave., Michigan City, IN 46360

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