Patricia “Pat” Ann Rogers, 89, of Loves Park, IL, was called home Saturday, March 15, 2025. Born July 22, 1935, in Watertown, WI, the daughter of Joseph and Dorothy (Brooks) Solon. Graduated from Muldoon High School, Class of 1953. She married Ray C. Rogers, Sr., on September 14, 1955, in Rockford, IL. Owned and operated Rogers Drywall with her husband for more than 40 years. Member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Women in Construction, and Button Club. Pat loved spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed traveling, crafts, playing games, gardening, and baking. Pat was a trustee for the Harlem Cemetery Association and was a former election judge. Survivors include her children, Ray C. (Deb) Rogers, Jr., Catherine (Carl) Mohns, Michael (Terri) Rogers, Susan (Mark Vance) Rogers; grandchildren, Allyssa (Chris) Corson, Alexis (fiancé, Richie Medrano) Rogers, Alivia Rogers, Paige (Adam) Ambrogio, Luke (Veronika Bienvenu) Mohns, and Taylor Mohns; great-grandchildren, Kieran Corson, and baby Ambrogio on the way; sister-in-law, Phyllis Edwards; numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents; husband; brother, James Solon; and sister, Mary Hackett. The family wishes to thank Shari for her compassion and care.
Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 4401 Highcrest Road, Rockford, with visitation from 10 a.m. to service time. Burial in Harlem Cemetery, Loves Park. Visitation also from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 28, 2025, at Delehanty Funeral Home, 401 River Lane, Loves Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Harlem Cemetery Association.