Roghair, Johan J. "Jim" 1861-1942

ROGHAIR, VANZOMEREN

Posted By: Paul Van Dyke-volunteer
Date: 6/13/2021 at 20:33:36

Source: Alton Democrat (10-23-1942)

Born: September 29, 1861
Died: October 17, 1942

Jim Roghair passed away suddenly early Saturday morning at the home of his sister, Mrs. Jake Anema. Death was due to a hemorrhage.

Mr. Roghair, the son of Gerrit and Johanna (Van Zomeren) Roghair, was born on September 29, 1861 and passed away October 17, 1942 at the age of 81 years.

He leaves to mourn his death 3 sisters and 2 brothers, namely. Mrs. Jake Anema of Maurice, Mrs. John Boshuisen of Edgerton, Minnesota, Mrs. Sam Altena ot Sioux Center, Nick Roghair of Orange City, and John Roghair of Maurice.

Funeral services were held at the Jake Anema home, where Mr. Roghair made his home, and in the First Reformed Church. Interment was made in the Orange City Cemetery.