Mrs. Ann Louise Rogalla Portenga, age 51, died at home early Friday morning, November 18, 2005. She was born on June 26, 1954, in Muskegon to Richard A. & Patricia (Roberts) Rogalla, and was a life resident of the Muskegon area. A Read Obituary
Our sympathy goes out to Ann's family, especially her children with whom we were associated in the summers at Choristers Guild Seminars at Calvin College.
Patty Evans
retired Executive Director, Chorister Guild##imported-begin##Patty Evans and Bill Johnson##imported-end##
I was a classmate of Ann's at ST Mary's and Catholic Central. Altough I haven"t talked with her since '72 she was always on my mind, and I felt I would see her again. She was really special. May God bless you in your loss.##imported-begin##James Terpenning##imported-end##
How blessed we all were to have been a witnessed Ann's life and her ministry. She touched the lives of so many children and youth and her gift will continue to be a memorial to a wonderful spirit of giving and joy.##imported-begin##Barbara Merry, Choristers Guild##imported-end##
I learned this past weekend of Ann´s passing. I am saddened to know that her life with you was cut short, but no one can make any doubts about how much she loved her family. Roy-you and Ann had the kind of marriage that people envy. I only hope that I can follow her lead and passionately devour life in the way that she did. It was truly contagious. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children...##imported-begin##Jaime Cook (Scott)##imported-end##
I will always remember you and how you inspired me to be a better musician.
Memories of perch dinners-----exercising at the Y-----playing the organ-----coming to concerts at the White Lake bandshell and watching the symphony orchestra do their thing----.
I will miss you------.
Nance##imported-begin##Nancy Benton##imported-end##
Dear Portenga and Rogalla Family,
So very sorry for your loss. You will always have sweet memories. I will remember Ann for her love of the beach.
Warmly, Charrise, Iain and Kaley##imported-begin##Charrise Novoselich##imported-end##
To Roy, Ryan, Eric, Lizzie, Dick and Pat, Susie and Chuck, Eileen and Dick, and their families:
Our love goes out to all of you. We have many wonderful memories of Ann, and we go way back. Roy, I was sorry to miss you at the funeral, but Ann was a dynamic person, so there were crowds!! That is something to cherish, her amazing talent. My thoughts of Ann was that she was perky. Always know that we will never lose the memory of our high school fellow band member, and french horn helper, friend, and a person of high standards and passion for music. We will miss her greatly.##imported-begin##Tim and Karen##imported-end##
Dear Roy and Family,
May God bless you in your time of loss. I had a chance to work with Ann as she coordinated our last class reunion. It was really neat to see how she had grown into such energetic,dynamic woman! Such special memories you all must have. I truly enjoyed the funeral. I wish you all well.##imported-begin##Jim White##imported-end##
Ann and I were classmates at St. Marys in the early years and although we have long,long since lost touch, I have never forgotten her. She was one of our shining stars and I would like to send my heartfelt condolences to all her friends and family.##imported-begin##Gary Mills##imported-end##
We were privileged to know Ann; privileged to perform music with her and blessed by her richness of spirit.##imported-begin##Joel & Merijo Dulyea##imported-end##
