Caroline Ruth (Merritt) Rogers' Obituary
Caroline Ruth (Merritt) Rogers, age 81, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2020, at her home. She was born November 3, 1938, in Muskegon to Sylvester Franklin and Caroline (Whelpley) Merritt, and she married Jimmy Rogers on January 26, 1957 in Muskegon. He preceded her in death on May 10, 2013.
Caroline retired from Meridian (Herman Miller) as a furniture assembler. She loved reading, camping, cooking, and bird watching. Most of all she loved her family, and spending time with them.
She is lovingly remembered by special friend, Robert Voss; two daughters, Leanna (David) Haven and Jamie Bol; son, Ronald Rogers; two grandchildren, Larry Bol and Drew (Cindy) Mead; four great-grandchildren: Chloe, Madie, Weston, and Larry Jr.; and her sister, Sally (Richard) Hartman. She was preceded in death by a son, James Rogers, and great-grandson, Clayton Mead.
A graveside service for Caroline will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, August 3, 2020, at Mona View Cemetery with Rev. Dan Anderson officiating. Memorials to Hospice of Michigan are appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to The Spring Lake Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 213 East Savidge Street, Spring Lake, MI 49456. Share memories with the family at their online guest book at www.sytsemafh.com.
What’s your fondest memory of Caroline?
What’s a lesson you learned from Caroline?
Share a story where Caroline's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Caroline you’ll never forget.
How did Caroline make you smile?
