Susan Jamison Rogers

Susan Jamison Rogers November 4, 1941 – November 18, 2025 Susan Jamison Rogers, beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on November 4, 1941, in Dallas, Texas, Susan spent her childhood in the city she always remembered fondly. She graduated from North Dallas High School, carrying with her the bright spirit and Texas resilience that would define her life. Susan’s life journey took her from Dallas to Houston, on to Baltimore, and then to Florida. During the mid-1970s, she worked with the Billy Graham Crusade in Tampa and was an active member of St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church. In 1979, Susan moved with her two young children to Charlotte, North Carolina—a place she lovingly embraced and called home for the rest of her life. In Charlotte, Susan built a long and meaningful career. She worked for Bojangles, Thurston Motor Lines, Chrysler, and finally Hendrick Automotive Group, where she retired as an executive secretary. Organized, dedicated, and steadfast, Susan earned the respect and affection of colleagues across the years. Her true passion, however, was her faith. A deeply committed member of Hickory Grove Baptist Church, Susan poured her heart into serving others. She ran the church’s prayer room, taught Sunday School, led Bible studies, and supported the Awana ministry. She also participated in multiple mission trips abroad and joined her church in the Outer Banks of North Carolina to help feed and care for families rebuilding after a devastating hurricane. Her quiet leadership and unwavering devotion made a lasting impact on countless lives. At home, Susan was the center of warmth and hospitality. She loved to bake—her famous “Sock It to Me” cake was legendary—and she delighted in hosting family and friends. She enjoyed playing social bridge with friends, dancing, music, gardening (especially her roses and gardenias), participated in racquetball and bowling leagues in her earlier years, and doting on the many cats she loved throughout her life. Her home was always filled with good food, laughter, and the feeling of being welcome. Susan is survived by her daughters, Kathleen (Michael) Pearn and Melissa (Matthew) Taylor; her grandchildren, Caleb (Fiona) Pearn and their children Finnegan and Jasper James, and Michael “Mikey” Pearn; and her sister, Margaret “Midge” Whitson. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and six siblings. Susan will be remembered for her kindness, her devotion to her family and her faith, and the joy she brought to those around her. Her legacy lives on in the many hearts she touched. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Samaritan’s Purse International Relief would make Susan smile.

Susan Jamison Rogers

November 4, 1941 - November 18, 2025