Roger C. Kellogg

Mr. Kellogg taught me how to play the drum when I was attending Arbor Park Middle School. He was always happy to chat with everyone and always knew how to make us laugh. I'll never forget him. May he rest in peace.

Was an arbor park class of 88 grad, trombone player and took a few years of private lessons at his log cabin house, he was great. I have very fond memories of Mr Kellogg, rest in peace.

I went Arbor Park, class of '95. I loved band class. I joined the band, I wasn't very good at the drums but I remember just really liking the atmosphere Mr Kellogg brought to class. It says alot when you'd rather stay after school in his band class than back home or out with friends. Our band class took a trip down to Indianapolis to play outdoors. It was a windy day I recall because my music sheet blew away along with the other drummer beside me. We played along, or tried to as both of of laughed not knowing what we were playing to. That trip to Indianapolis was great because of Mr Kellogg. May he rest in peace

He wa an awesome teacher. He will be missed by so many. He taught me, my sister, and even my mother. A beautiful spirit that will never be forgotten.

Mr.Kellogg was my music and band teacher at Arbor Park middle school from 2005-2009. We´ve made many memories that I´ll cherish for the rest of my life and he will be missed by many. When my friends and I were younger we would stop at his house in Oak Forest while trick-or-treating. Thank you Roger for teaching me what you knew with music so I can pass it down to my kids. And may you rest in peace

Mr. Kellogg left a big impact on me. He lent me his fathers personal tenor saxophone-- something that was very sentimental to him-- to use when I went off to high school because he knew that I didn't have access to another one. My condolences to Mrs. Kellogg and family.

Helped shape my life as a young man. Great teacher. Prayers to wife and family. God Bless
George Bensema, Arbor Park class 1979

Mr. Kellogg was nothing less than inspirational to all three of my kids that attended Arbor Park especially Amanda Sanchez. He worked with me and Mrs Sexton in an effort to establish an instrument recycling program for families that couldn't afford to purchase an instrument but wanted to play in the band. Even though the program didn't catch on, Mr Kellogg was always willing to do anything that would inspire kids to play an instrument. RIP Mr Kellogg Condolences to the Kellogg family.

Mr Kellogg was a talented musician and a kind teacher. He made middle school a fun place to be. Much love and sincere sympathy to his family and friends.

I remember how great he was as a teacher! He was such a nice man. I loved being in music as his student. He will be greatly missed! My condolences to his wife and his family, they are in my prayers.

So sorry to hear this! Mr. Kellogg was a wonderful teacher and a truly nice person. My sympathies to his wife and the rest of his family. RIP.

Mr. Kellogg was truly a staple at Arbor and was one of the most wonderful people I´ve ever had the privilege of meeting. Will be devouring some Swedish fish in honor of the best band teacher there ever was!

Mr. Kellogg was a wonderful teacher. He always made the day better and his joyful character lifted every students heart . I will think back of the memories I have and enjoy a bag of swedish fish .

I remember grade school and high school times with Roger. They were fun times.
Then we went on in life only to meet again when my children joined band at Arbor. A wonderful surprise. I am most appreciative of the time he spent teaching my children music.

Mr. Kellogg was a wonderful teacher. I remember many classes of name that tune. I always got it wrong but he still called on me. My condolences to his family.

Mr. Kellogg was a very memorable music teacher. His class was the brightest spot of the day. He was loved by many and will be missed greatly. Rest in peace, Mr. Kellogg. That's a wonderful picture of him. It captures his essence. He is home now.

Mr. Kellogg was an amazing teacher, and gave a lot of his students courage to do anything. I know he made believe in myself and really come out of shell. He will be missed!!!

Will be eating a bag of Swedish fish and watching Annie tonight, cheers to one of the most influential teachers Arbor Park has had!

Mr Kellogg was an amazing teacher and will be incredibly missed. Middle school was very tough for me, but I always found solace in his class or after school in band. I know many others felt the same way. Sending love and prayers. Rest in peace.

The swedish fish population is safe. We lost a mighty warrior of kindness and humor.

I hope his family finds peace reading all these messages and to know how special of a teacher he was, truly a one of a kind. You could ask a person who went to Arbor any year and they would praise him or share a funny story. Thank you for the memories and the lessons, Mr. Kellogg!

Very sad to hear. What an amazing teacher! I had Me. Kellog during the late 70´s ar Arbor Park

Mr. Kellogg made my first year of middle school so fun and lively! He truly inspired generations with his love of music. He left us with fond (and hilarious) memories, and to this day, I can say he inspired my love for music.

Mr. Kellogg was such an inspiration to so many of us students. He ignited a passion for music and performance that imprinted on countless lives. He chose the song You Raise Me Up by Josh Gorban as our 2008 8th grade song and I will never forget practicing and performing it 17 years ago. It is one of my core memories. And that is what Mr.Kellogg did, he raised us up so we could stand on mountains and instilled in us kids that we could do anything and that he believed in us. Heaven gained a beautiful soul.

My sincerest condolences to his wife and family
I feel incredibly fortunate to have had Mr. Kellogg as a music teacher throughout my four years at Arbor Park Middle School. He was a passionate excited teacher who took his job seriously and made it fun for us. We wanted to learn. How lucky we were.

I remember going on the Great America trip in 8th grade and forgetting to check in. Oops! I had to stay with you and your wife for the remainder of the day. You were so nice about it though. May you rest in peace.

I'm so sad. Everyone who knew him, saw a wonderful teacher who truly cared about his students!

Mr. Kellogg was a remarkable teacher and friend. Everytime I see Swedish fish I think of him, he used to toss us one If we participated in class. I talk about you to this day to my husband, anytime we´re in Oak Forest. I always tell him about your log cabin. You were and always will be loved by everyone in the community. You are going to be missed by so many people! We love you so much

Kayla Perry

My deepest sympathy to Cheryl and the Kellogg family. Mr. Kellogg was a fantastic teacher and a wonderful neighbor and friend. He will be missed by everyone who ever knew him. Cheryl you are in my prayers as you go through this difficult time.

We have had many teachers in our lifetime but Mr.Kellogg has always been one to make the biggest impact. His talents and love for music and teaching will continue to show through his students. I will forever cherish being able to learn from him not only in class but when picking up any instrument I was interested in. With deepest sympathy...rest peacefully Mr.Kellogg.

Mr Kellogg made such an impression and impact in my life. Gifted me with the love for music. One of those teachers you just never forget. Warm smile and warm welcome every time you entered his room or past him on the street. Thoughts and prayers are with his Family.

Definitely one of the most amazing teachers I´ve ever had, and made such a difference in my life. No matter what day it was, or what was going on in my life, I looked forward to his class and I still think about it to this day. Prayers and sympathy

-Bri Bidochka

Mr Kellogg was an amazing teacher and friend to many of us at Arbor Park. I had the honor to see him in the neighborhood as he lived down the street for many years. You will be missed. May fond memories fill your loved ones hearts during this times. Deepest sympathy.

You were an amazing music teacher. I´ve thought about you many times over the years as I´m now 29 with my own three girls attending the same school. I will continue to think about you as the years go on. Rest peacefully Mr.K

Angelica Aguilar