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Barbara Rogan

March 10, 1954 - October 15, 2020

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Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Catholic Church
227 Columbus Street
Sun Prairie, WI 53590
Tuesday 10/20

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Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Catholic Church
227 Columbus Street
Sun Prairie, WI 53590
Tuesday 10/20, 11:00 am

Barbara Louise Rogan, age 66 passed away on October 15, 2020 at St Mary’s Hospital in Madison Wisconsin. She was born on March 10, 1954 in New York City, New York, the daughter of Robert and Louise (Miron) Sherman. As a child she lived in New York & Connecticut moving to Arlington Heights, IL when she was 9 years old.

In 1971, as a high school student, Barb worked part time at a local grocery store that was owned by 2 brothers. One of those brothers (Bob Rogan) was just out of college and the Navy. After meeting at the store and getting to know each other, Barb and Bob realized that they had many things in common, and were married in 1973. At the time of Barb’s death they were married one month short of 47 years. Bob & Barb moved their family to Sun Prairie in 1981

Barb was a registered nurse, but also had a degree from Edgewood College in Religious Studies. She spent 30 years working at Sacred Heart’s of Jesus & Mary Catholic Parish in Sun Prairie as the director of adult education. Barb was a recent recipient of the Reininger Lifetime Achievement Award given in Sun Prairie for outstanding volunteer contributions to the city. Barb was always very involved in volunteering for church and community activities. Helping others was what she liked to do best but her real passion was gardening.

Barb is survived by her husband Bob and children Megan, Michael, Martin and Molly (Aaron) Kortsch as well as grandchildren Devin Rogan, Jaida Portis, Xavier Woodard and Willow Kortsch. She is also survived by her mother Louise Miron; brothers William (Becky Fox) and Anthony (Tammy) Sherman and her stepmother Bonnie Sherman.
Her father Robert Sherman preceded her in death.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Catholic Church, 227 Columbus Street in Sun Prairie. Father Thomas Kelley will preside. Burial will be at Sacred Hearts Cemetery. A visitation will be held on from 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass at the church. Please follow Covid Rules.
In lieu of flowers memorial donation can be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network or to the Sun Prairie Food Pantry.
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Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Catholic Church
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227 Columbus Street
Sun Prairie, WI 53590
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Barbara Louise Rogan, age 66 passed away on October 15, 2020 at St Mary’s Hospital in Madison Wisconsin. She was born on March 10, 1954 in New York City, New York, the daughter of Robert and Louise (Miron) Sherman. As a child she lived in New York & Connecticut moving to Arlington Heights, IL whenContinue Reading

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Tracy Siebers (Fabian) left a message on October 23, 2020:
I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom Megan. She was such a beautiful soul. Prayers and hugs for you all!
Liz Gordon left a message on October 22, 2020:
Dear Michael, I am sending deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
Pamela Kotarba left a message on October 22, 2020:
Rogan, I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She sounded like a wonderful and caring lady. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time of loss. May she rest in peace.
Amy Hanlon left a message on October 21, 2020:
Dear Michael and family - my deepest condolences for your loss. Sending my best wishes for peace during this time and always. May her memory be a blessing to you always.
Nate and Jenn Smith left a message on October 20, 2020:
We had the great honor of having Barb as our teacher as we went through RCIA together. She was always a kind and happy person that brightened any room. She will be greatly missed, but she will never be forgotten. Our prayers are with your family.
Sarah Norton left a message on October 20, 2020:
We are so incredibly sorry for your loss. Barbara was an amazing woman and like a mother to me. She will be greatly missed but always hold a special place in our hearts. Love you all.
Kathy Emery left a message on October 20, 2020:
Bob - I was really sorry to hear of your loss. How fortunate to have 47 years of memories. Can't image you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Sumit Harjani left a message on October 20, 2020:
Really sorry about your loss. Deepest condolences to you and the family.
Kerry Croce left a message on October 20, 2020:
Dear Michael, Sending my sincere condolences to you and your family. May the love and care of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead.
Caroline Trimp left a message on October 20, 2020:
I was so very sad to hear about Barb’s passing. I’d met Barb a good handful of times over the years when she, Bob and the kids would visit her dad and my mom. Barb always had an inviting and easy way about her and I enjoyed our conversations. She was sincere and funny and someone I would have liked to have known better. Through the years my mom shared many stories of Barb’s acts of kindness to family, the church, community and her work; a role model for us all. She will sincerely be missed and my deepest sympathy to the Rogan family.
Larry Clark left a message on October 19, 2020:
Michael and family, I'm so sad to hear about Barbara's passing. Lori and I will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Sarah Zahnouni left a message on October 19, 2020:
Michael & family, I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know my thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. -Sarah
Melissa Powers left a message on October 19, 2020:
Michael, I was sorry to hear this sad news. So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Melissa
Todd Steffen left a message on October 19, 2020:
Bob-I’m so sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. Her life as a dedicated servant of the Lord will serve as a shining example for us all. You and your family will be in our prayers. With Admiration & Prayer, Todd Steffen & Family
Jody Gross left a message on October 19, 2020:
Dear Rogan family and all who love and are now missing Barb -- my deepest sympathies. Michael has posted so many wonderful memories with his mom over the years. It's clear what an amazing person she was, and that she touched the lives of so many. May you all find peace in her memory.
Melina Antypas left a message on October 19, 2020:
Michael, I'm so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My heartfelt sympathies on this great loss. Hope you find some peace and laughter in the reflections and memories of her great life. You have my condolences. Melina
Dennis Smith left a message on October 19, 2020:
Bob, Marty and Family, Please accept my sincere condolences. I am praying for all of you and for the soul of Barb. Heaven is now a better place. She is now at Peace. In Gods name, Dennis Smith
Msgr. Ken Fiedler left a message on October 18, 2020:
My deepest sympathy to all. I have so many wonderful memories of Barb and all of you during my time as pastor of Sacred Hearts Barb had so many passions to help others and help them on their faith journey. I will pray for all. God Bless.
Lynne Gabrielson left a message on October 18, 2020:
My sincere sympathy to all of Barb's family. To Molly and Martin in particular, I want to say what a pleasure it was to know your mom . During the time when I saw her more frequently, during your elementary and high school years, she was always a welcoming and wonderful person to be with. Her presence in our lives was a gift! God Bless you all . Lynne Gabrielson (Kate and Allison's mother)
Thomas and Cindy Robinson left a message on October 18, 2020:
We are saddened to learn of Barb’s passing. Our prayers go out for your family to find comfort in each other and God will give you strength during this difficult time. Our most sincere condolences . With love and prayers, Tom and Cindy.
Bob Rogan left a message on October 17, 2020:
I could say many things about my wife and our relationship over the past 47 years but how do you describe a relationship with perfection! Barb, you will always be with me!!
Lisa Gorecki left a message on October 17, 2020:
To know her was to love her. I’ll miss her forever.
Newcomer Funeral Home left a message:
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