Steven Lyn Rogers

Steven Lyn Rogers, 64, passed away peacefully at his home on May 7, 2026, surrounded by his family. Steve was born in Charles City, Iowa and raised on a farm in Greene, Iowa.

Steve graduated at the top of his class at Clarksville High School in 1980 and attended the University of Iowa where he continued his academic success receiving the Les Asher Scholarship for full tuition all 4 years and once again, graduated at the top of his class.

He built a highly respected career working as an electrical engineer and manager for 21 years at IBM Rochester. Steve then moved to IT at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, where he was known for his excellent management skills, dedication to perfection, his professionalism, and thoughtful compassionate nature. He retired in 2022 and was diagnosed with ALS soon after retirement. Steve met the love of his life, Sylvia in the 1st grade at Clarksville Elementary. They became fast friends and on January 2, 1982 they were married. Together they built a life centered on faith, family, and adventure. He was a devoted husband, a loving father to his son Alexander of Hay Market, VA and daughter Emily of Rochester. He was someone whose steady presence brought comfort and strength to those around him.

Steve found joy in the outdoors and especially loved hiking, cycling, golf, and traveling with Sylvia. They were avid cruisers and looked forward to many more trips. Whether exploring a trail, planning a trip, or simply enjoying time on the deck, he appreciated life's quiet moments and natural beauty. He was a lifelong Green Bay Packer fan even through the lean years and a devoted Iowa Hawkeye fan. A faithful member of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Rochester, Steve lived with humility, kindness, and deep care for others. He will be remembered for his gentle spirit, his devotion to his family, his contagious laugh, mischievous sense of humor and the calm strength he carried throughout his life. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Steve is survived by his wife of 44 years, Sylvia (Hamilton) Rogers; children, Alexander of Haymarket, VA and Emily of Rochester MN; his brother Randy (Nancy) Rogers of Belmond, IA, sister Vicki (Robert) Kleinschmidt of Trempealeau, WI; Aunt Peggy (Duwaine) Redfield; 5 nieces, 4 nephews and cousins who he adored.

He was preceded in death by his parents Louis and Burdette Rogers of Greene, IA; his aunts and uncles Lorraine and John Kellner, Ruth and Dean Vorhes and Leroy Cramer; 3 cousins Leroy Kellner, Craig Kellner and Charles Kellner.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 2911 18th Ave NW, Rochester, MN 55901 with visitation one hour prior.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the ALS Association, Samaritan's Purse, or the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, charities important to Steve throughout his life. Maxon Family Cremation & Life Celebrations is honord to be assisting the Rogers family.