John Dale Rogers, Sr.
December 12, 1954 – April 6, 2025
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John Dale Rogers Sr.
John D Rogers, 70, passed away on Sunday April 6th at Whitestone Senior Living in Mesa, Arizona after a long battle with Parkinson’s and dementia.
John was born on December 12th, 1954 in Racine, Wisconsin. Son of Betty (Carl) Schweiger (nee: Thew) of Mequon WI and son of the late Dale E Rogers, and step son of the late Sandra E Rogers (nee: O’Connor).
John will be missed dearly by his loving wife (of 26 years), Susan Rogers (nee: Korb); his son, John Rogers Jr. (Heather) of Burleson, Texas; step sons, Ashley (Katie) Kohn of San Tan Valley, AZ and Alex Niemuth of Marion, WI; his mother-in-law, Violet Korb of Shawano, WI; and his grandchildren, Cody and Braylie Rogers and Lauren, Jayden, London and Camryn Kohn.
John is further survived by his siblings, Colleen (Robert) Boelter of West Bloomfield, WI, Patricia Rogers, Steve (Kathy) Rogers & Pamela Baker all of Racine, Jeanne (Brian) Karpinsky of Tomahawk, WI and Paul (Barb) Weum of Prairie du Sac; his first wife and mother of his son, Mary Rogers of Racine; his second wife, Joann Rogers of Racine; his brothers-in-law Gary (Mary) Korb of Pella, WI and Randy (Debbie) Korb of Crandon, WI.
John grew up in Racine, WI, and was a graduate of Park High School. John proudly served his country in the United States Air Force as an MP. Until the time of his retirement, John for many years was employed by Walker Forge in Racine. He then continued to work at their Clintonville, WI location as a Product Manager.
John’s journey on earth was marked by family, love, and adventure. John enjoyed mornings at the tennis court, long hikes, and motorcycle rides in the desert mountains.
John was also preceded in death by his father-in-law, Marvin Korb; brother-in-law, Robert Baker; grandson, Kaleb Rogers; and granddaughter, Brynleigh Rogers.
A committal service will take place at the National Memorial Military Cemetery in Phoenix, AZ on April 24 at 9:30am. All are welcome to attend. A celebration of life will be planned for a later date in Racine, WI.
In keeping with John’s wishes, a private scattering of ashes will be spread in the Superstition Mountains.
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Denise and Tony Gray says: May you rest in peace John, you will be missed. Sending condolences to Susan and family.
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Sandi smith says:
Jeff and I love you and we will miss you! Always welcoming us with your beautiful smile! Rest and be at peace!
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Jeff Sherwood says:
Going to miss your smile and humor John I remember the day we met and realized we were both from Racine went to the same high school and here we r living on the same street in Arizona ,golfing was always fun and dinners together in our homes and restaurants also our last Harley ride together up to New Mexico and down to Texas to surprise your son at his birthday and then home .
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Ray Walker says:
So sorry for your loss. John and I had many good times together at work. Will miss him . God bless you and your family. Our prayers are with you and your family in in time of loss.
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Pam Shorter says:
Rest In Peace. Condolences to all his family.
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Justin says:
John, you went the way of all the earth on a day that holds deep meaning for me. On this day, Jesus Christ reestablished His Church through the prophet Joseph Smith. That same Church is now filling the earth, preparing the world for the Lord’s triumphant Second Coming and the glorious Resurrection of all who have lived. I look forward to playing tennis with you again—in resurrected bodies, filled with light, health, and the glory of God. Until then, may God be with you, my brother, till we meet again.
— Love, Justin Acklen
Denise and Tony Gray 
Sandi smith 
Jeff Sherwood 
Ray Walker 
Pam Shorter 
Justin
May you rest in peace John, you will be missed. Sending condolences to Susan and family.
Jeff and I love you and we will miss you! Always welcoming us with your beautiful smile! Rest and be at peace!
Going to miss your smile and humor John I remember the day we met and realized we were both from Racine went to the same high school and here we r living on the same street in Arizona ,golfing was always fun and dinners together in our homes and restaurants also our last Harley ride together up to New Mexico and down to Texas to surprise your son at his birthday and then home .
Love you brother
So sorry for your loss. John and I had many good times together at work. Will miss him . God bless you and your family. Our prayers are with you and your family in in time of loss.
Rest In Peace. Condolences to all his family.
John, you went the way of all the earth on a day that holds deep meaning for me. On this day, Jesus Christ reestablished His Church through the prophet Joseph Smith. That same Church is now filling the earth, preparing the world for the Lord’s triumphant Second Coming and the glorious Resurrection of all who have lived. I look forward to playing tennis with you again—in resurrected bodies, filled with light, health, and the glory of God. Until then, may God be with you, my brother, till we meet again.
— Love, Justin Acklen