Diane P. Rogers
July 18, 2018
Diane Rogers, 76, passed away on July 18, 2018, at her home in Des Moines. She was born October 15, 1941, in Des Moines, the daughter of Glenn and Laura Goodwin.
Diane graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1960. She ran a daycare for 20 years and loved each child that was in her care. Diane enjoyed cross stitch, knitting and was a member of Bethany New Life Christian Fellowship Church. She never knew a stranger and had many extended family and friends. Above all, Diane loved her family and the time they spent together. She was very proud of them.
Diane is survived by her husband of 57 years, Merle; children, Phillip (Michelle) Rogers, Craig (Traci) Rogers, and Laurie (Doug) Weets; grandchildren, Corey (Megan), Tanner, Caleb, Allison and Jordan; great-grandchildren, Braelynne and Gracie; siblings, Gary Goodwin and Keith (Carol) Goodwin. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, July 23, 2018, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave., Des Moines, with burial at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. The family will receive visitors from 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Sheri Mahnke
08/09/2018
I am so sorry I missed the announcement of Diane's passing. She and Merle had a huge impact on my family's life. She was very dear to our whole family, and I am so sorry I did not know of or attend the funeral. No one's fault but mine. Much love to you all from the Mahnke family.
Janet lehman
07/23/2018
So sorry to hear of your loss. She was a sweet person and will be missed by everyone who knew her. God be with you during this difficult time.
Bud & Carol Van Dyke
07/23/2018
Merle & Family: Our sympathy to you. We were very lucky to have known Diane, she was a wonderful person, she was welcomed into God loving arms with her beautiful smile. She will be missed by all that knew her. She is free of pain and will no longer suffer. May the Lord be with you during this time of your life.
Bud & Carol
F. Ward
07/23/2018
"To the family of Mrs. Rogers I offer my condolence as you mourn her passing. May hope from God's Word help to fill the emptiness and anguish the loss of a dear one can bring, may the promises found within bring comfort to your tender hearts." Psalm 34:18, Acts 24:15, Revelation 21:4,
Jody Reed
07/20/2018
My deepest sympathies to Merle and the family. It broke my heart to see this announcement. Diane was one of my favorite clients. I so loved her company. She was always so full of love and light . Praying for peace for all of you.
Nancy Harris
07/20/2018
Merle and family: My deepest sympathies to you all. Diane was a very sweet person. Cherish the fond memories and look forward to a beautiful reunion in heaven.
Georgia Ochoa
07/20/2018
Dear Merle and Family, Diane is in Paradise with our JESUS. I am so sorry for her passing. She was one of the dearest, sweetest, kindest people I have ever known. I will miss her. Love to your family.
Steve and Lorraine Hansen
07/19/2018
So very sorry for your loss. Diane was such a sweet lady. Enjoyed being in Road to Calvary
together. Our deepest sympathy to all of the family.