Vivian Maxine Rogge

On February 18, 2012 Vivian Maxine Rogge passed away peacefully in her sleep, at the beautiful age of 90. There was no doubt that she was greeted with loving arms, of our grandpa, Albert Rogge, who she married in 1961. Grandpa said, “He knew he was going to marry that woman, the day he heard her voice on the phone.” Of course her reply was, “I don’t know, can you dance?” They went on to be happily married for 40 years.

Vivian was known as a strong mined woman. She would argue and fight for what she believed to be right. If she didn’t agree with you, her famous quote was “Oh fiddle sticks!” After marrying Al, they were blessed to be able to travel all over the country, while working for the Department of Indian Affairs. Her love and respect for all the Native Americans was remarkable. Vivian had worked for Civil Service in many capacities until her retirement in 1981.

She retired they moved to Colorado City, Colorado where she and Al loved to continue their travels by visiting friends and family. “There was nothing like seeing Grandpa and Grandma pull up in their car.”

Vivian is survived by three generations of grandchildren, two step-sons, Michael and Cliff Rogge, and many nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her sister and best friend Iris Croley. Vivian was preceded in death by her father, Louis Hatwan, her mother Viola Hatwan, her sister Elvira Chytka, her brothers Roland and Darrell Hatwan, her step-daughter, Vicki Strong and her loving husband Albert.

We will love and miss you Grandma. “Goodnight now”.

Do not stand at my grave and weep;

I am not there. I do not sleep.

I am a thousand winds that blow,

I am the diamond glints on snow.

I am the sunlight on ripened grain; I am the gentle autumn rain.

When you awaken in the mornings hush

I am the swift uplifting rush,

Of quiet birds in circled flight.

I am the soft stars that shine at night.

Do not stand at my grave and cry,

I am not there, I did not die.