Wilma “Ione” Rogers

Wilma "Ione" Rogers, 97, of Shelbyville, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024 at her daughter's house surrounded by her loving family.

She was born January 14, 1927 in Switzerland County to Walter Mathews and Mae (Demaree) Mathews.

She attended New Marion School.

Ione was a member of Morristown Methodist Church.  She was a homemaker and was also a cook at Morristown Elementary School for many years.  She also enjoyed cooking for her family.  Ione also enjoyed working in her yard and keeping her home looking spotless.  She had a love for gardening, trending to her flowers and all birds.

She married John W. Rogers on July 31, 1944 and he preceded her in death on October 10, 1980.

She is survived by her son, Doug (spouse, Tracy) Rogers; her daughter, Sandra Cassidy; her grandchildren, Lisa Myers (spouse, Julie), Erin (spouse, Scott) Needham, Jessica Ross; her step-grandchild, Ashley (spouse, Grant) Glidden; 13 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren, and her beloved Parakeet, Baby.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, John R. Rogers; her daughter, Cheryl Everhart; her grandson, Derek Beagle; 3 sisters and 2 brothers.

Visitation will be Friday, October 11, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Morristown Methodist Church, 221 S. Washington St., Morristown, IN. 46161.

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. at the church with Rev. Kory Chesser officiating.

Burial will be in Asbury Cemetery.

Funeral Directors, Greg Parks, Sheila Parks and Stuart Parks are honored to serve Ione's family.

Memorial contributions may be made to Shelby Co. Cancer Association, 31 Public Square, Shelbyville, IN. 46176.

Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com.