Natalie “Nat” Rogers
Monday, September 9, 1929
Date of Death:
Saturday, October 1, 2011
Age:
82 years old
Visitation
Date: Wednesday October 05, 2011
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Thursday October 06, 2011
Time: 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Funeral Service
Date: Thursday October 06, 2011
Time: 11:00 am
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Burial
Location: Oakwood Cemetery East [ view map ]
Monday, September 9, 1929
Date of Death:
Saturday, October 1, 2011
Age:
82 years old
Monday, September 9, 1929
Date of Death:
Saturday, October 1, 2011
Age:
82 years old
Natalie “Nat” Rogers
The funeral service for Natalie “Nat” Rogers will be at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, October 6, 2011 in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home with the Rev. Thomas Loomis officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery East. Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday, October 5, 2011 in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home and one half hour prior to the service on Thursday.
Natalie Rogers, 82 , of Rochester, MN, passed away Saturday, October 1, 2011 at her residence after fighting a courageous battle against Metastatic Sarcomatoid Carcinoma.
Nat was born on September 9th, 1929 to William and Dorothy (Nicol) Knight in Detroit, Michigan. She graduated from Baldwin High School in Birmingham, Michigan in 1947 and from LaSalle Junior College in Auburndale, Massachusetts with a degree in Retail Merchandizing in 1949. She married John “Jack” Vincent Rogers on December 9th, 1950. The couple moved to Rochester from Michigan in 1972. She and Jack owned and operated The Donut Hut in Rochester, along with the Burger Hut, TCBYs and Natalie’s Hallmark. Nat was especially fond of Natalie’s Hallmark which she owned/operated and then managed until retiring in 2007.
Survivors include her four daughters; Teresa (Tom) Gheen of Rochester, Jeanne (Jim) Kennedy of Prescott, WI, Linda (Ken) Bowar of Rochester and Jan (Bob) Helland of Rochester, 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren; one sister, Marilyn Bailey of Birmingham, MI and a special childhood friend, Steve Currier of Massachusetts. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack and her parents.
Nat loved animals, bird watching, golf, traveling, reading and the occasional glass of chardonnay. She was a proud member of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). Nat was a very selfless, courageous and humble person. She will be greatly missed by her daughters, their families and friends.
The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the Mayo Hospice team of nurses and volunteers. They are truly the saints and angels walking amongst us.
Macken Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com
Condolences
The family of Natalie “Nat” Rogers has received the following condolences.
Linda and Family,
I was very sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Tammy Mammel
Sorry to hear of your loss. Love to all of you as you come together as a family to honor Natalie's life and all the precious life she created. Wishing peace and the warmth of family comforts you today. Heidi
Sending you all a big hug-So sorry for your loss. Are thoughts are with you.
Becky, Larry and Taylor Stevens
I was not aware that Natalie was ill and am so sorry to hear of her death. I will remember her in my prayers and blessings on her family also.
Sincerely,
Norma Sedlack
Regent Rochester Chapter DAR
I`m sadden by the passing of your mom. I enjoyed working for her and your dad. I`m in Arizona for the winter so I wont make it to the funeral.
Dear Terry, Jeanne, Linda, Jan, and your families,
It is so hard to say goodbye to someone that is leaving us, when at the same time it is such a relief that they aren't suffering any longer. The picture of Grandma Nat is absolutely beautiful. What a radiant smile and it show what a lively spirit she had. That is how I remember Grandma Nat.
Kathy
We are so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was such a fun person to know. We had a lot of good times and shared laughs when she was at the Hallmark store. You have our deepest sympathies.
The Coleman Family
We are so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was such a fun person to know. We had a lot of good times and shared laughs when she was at the Hallmark store. You have our deepest sympathies.
The Coleman Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Know that she is in a better place and is at peace. No more pain or suffering. God bless.
Howard and Jean Thompson, Prescott, Wisconsin.
I knew Nat from her days at Natalie's Hallmark in the Marriott Subway. Her shop was always run professionally and it was a pleasure to be her neighbor in the Subway. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
Phil Schroeder
Renning's Flowers
I just want to express my sincere condolences to all of you guys and your families!!! I know how much Grandma Nat meant to all of you. It is such a hard time for everyone right now but know that she is in a better place and out of pain now. I am sure she is lookiing down on each and every one of you and smiling at how special of a family that she has. She will surely be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.