Alvina
P.
Laskowski
)Rogers
Obituary
Alvina P. Rogers, 85, of New Haven, passed into the loving arms of Jesus on Wednesday, September 16, 2020, at Parkview Hospital surrounded by her family. Born and raised in South Bend, Ind., she was the daughter of the late Edwin and Cecelia Laskowski. As a child growing up, she acquired the nickname "Bunnie" and that stayed with her until later in life she became "Grandma Bunnie". A homemaker, she enjoyed cooking and especially making Polish dishes for her family. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She enjoyed Notre Dame football, spending time with close neighborhood friends, and attending the grandkids sporting events. Grandma Bunnie was best known for always having abundant amounts of special treats in her home for the grandkids when they came to visit. She was a lifelong member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, New Haven. Surviving are her children, sons Wayne Rogers, Dave (Kim) Rogers of Fort Wayne, daughter Helen Arens of New Haven; grandchildren, Jeff Arens, Pam Bacon (Justin Zent), Matt (Kelly) Arens, Joel (Susie) Rogers, Alex (Shanique) Rogers, Emily (J.T.) Straub; 8 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years Edward Rogers, daughter Mary Ellen and daughter-in-law Mary Anne Rogers. Mass of Christian Burial is 10:00 am Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 943 Powers St., New Haven, Ind., with calling 1/2 hour prior. Face covering required. Visitation will be held 5:00 – 7:00 pm Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at Divine Mercy Funeral Home, 3500 Lake Ave., Fort Wayne, with a vigil service at 5:45 pm. Burial in St. John Catholic Cemetery, New Haven. Preferred memorials are to Parkview Home Health and Hospice or St. Vincent de Paul Society, St John's New Haven.
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My deepest sympathy in your loss. I grew up next door to Ed & Cecelia Laskowski and Richard and Mary Lou Szymanski. Kathy was one of my best friends.
I remember Bunnie from those wonderful years. It sounds like she continued to be a very special lady to many. My sincere condolences.
Monica (Wozniak) Krol
South Bend, IN
Wayne, David, And Helen. So sorry to hear about your Mom. Will keep you and the family in my prayers.
I have very fond memories of going to Bunnies house for thanksgiving. Our dads would take us to see the W&D’ Christmas window while bunny and my mom would stay back and clean the dishes.
She was always kind and never really ever remember her raising her voice. Ed (Mr Rogers) as my children remember as well when he read to them at school and both bunny and Mr Rogers taking them home 🥰from school.
You will be missed but do feel happy to think you are rejoining those family members that have previously passed🙏🏻I love you bunny!
Eileen Barfell
So sorry about your loss…she was such a great person. Her hubby Ed was my softball coach and I played with their daughter Helen…Bunnie was such a sweet lady…Sandy (Smith) Howe and Ivan Howe
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Janet, Richard, Bob, JoEllen, Michael, Kelsey, & Christopher (DePaepe, Wozniak)
Helen and family sending condolences at this time. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.