Grace M. Rogers, 94, of Rockford, IL passed away December 8, 2010 at Swedish American Hospital. Born December 22, 1915 in Rockford, IL the daughter of Ralph and Wilma (Brown) Beckett. She graduated from Rockford Central High School in 1935. She enjoyed crocheting, embroidery, playing bingo and board games. Grace was a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church and the Salvation Army. Grace married Kenneth Rogers on November 26, 1936; he preceded her in death December 29, 1982. Survivors include her children, Fred (Kim) Rogers, Dianne Anderson, Mary (Jim) Wallschlaeger, grandchildren, Jeff (Sandy) Rogers, Jill (Doug) Pierard, Scott (Stephanie) Anderson, Robyn Amory, Todd (Denise) Anderson, Mark (Karie) Wallschlaeger, Nick Wallschlaeger, Ron (Tracy) Wallschlaeger, fifteen great- grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Predeceased by one grandson Kevin Anderson and brother, Tracy Beckett. The family would like to give special thanks to the staff at Swedish American Heart Hospital, River Bluff Nursing Home and Scott Hale for the care and compassion they gave Grace. Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Friday, December 10, 2010 at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine, Machesney Park, IL 61115. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to Bethlehem Lutheran Church or the Salvation Army. Online condolences may be given to the family at www.sunsetfhmemgardens.com.
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