Grace Beatrice Rodgers

Grace Beatrice Rodgers, 93, of Chatfield passed away August 13, 2015 in Chatfield.

Grace was born on January 11, 1922 in Spring Valley, Minnesota to Vilan and Clara (Rongley) Groby .  On June 26, 1946 she married Robert “Bob” Rodgers at the Emmanual Lutheran Church in Wykoff.

Grace enjoyed painting, canning, cooking, gardening, and many other activities, and shared them with friends and her treasured family.   She was active in many local organizations including the VFW Auxiliary, Chatfield Lutheran Church, and Root River Artists.  She also competed in many local county fairs and won a large collection of blue ribbons.  Her artwork celebrated the beauty found in the local landscapes and farms.

Grace is lovingly remembered by her husband of 69 years, Bob; Children: Dale (Carol) of Chatfield, Ron (Linda) of Anoka, Duane (Patti) of Skandia, and Debbie (Rudy) Escobedo of St. Charles. Grandchildren: Chris, Matt, Cassie, Bryan “Bry-Guy,” Phil, Ryan, Brennan, John, Dylan, and Amber.  Six great grandchildren, with one more on the way also survive.

Grace was preceded in death by her sister Verna and brother Earl.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, August 18, 2015 at Chatfield Lutheran Church with Pastor Karla Kirkeby officiating.  Visitation will be from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM on Monday, August 17th at Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield and one hour before the service at church.   A committal service will take place at Chatfield Cemetery.