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Official Obituary of

Jennie Rodgers

November 30, 1939 ~ August 15, 2025 (age 85) 85 Years Old

Jennie Rodgers Obituary

Jennie Agnes Greenwell was born on November 30, 1939 to Paul Leo Greenwell and Nancy (Bailey) Greenwell, in Champaign. 

She was preceded in death by her husband Jack Rodgers; siblings, James Greenwell, Mary Ann Miller, Anna Bleichner,  Shirley Tatman and her grandson, Scott Roth .

She is survived by brothers, Floyd Greenwell and Butch Greenwell; daughter, Heidi Roth (Rodgers), grandchildren, John Goudie, Brie Goudie, Hunter Roth; great grandchildren, Jack and James Goudie; nephews, Mike Miller, Jesse Miller, Randy Miller, Pete Tatman; and nieces, Nancy Kinsel and Jennifer Holhubner.

She married Jack Rodgers in 1969, they opened their home for 30+ years caring for over 200 children and helping countless families. She was known by many names such as Aunt Nin, Ag, Nana, Mom and  Grandma. She was known for being a kind, accepting, generous, loving, compassionate person who would not turn away anyone in need.

Donations can be made to the Yellow Ribbon Fund and/or the On Course Foundation USA. 

There will be a visitation on Wednesday, August 20 from 5:30-7 pm at Owens Funeral Home. The memorial service will begin at 7pm at the funeral home. 

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Services

Visitation
Wednesday
August 20, 2025

5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Owens Funeral Home
101 North Elm Street
Champaign, IL 61820

Memorial Service
Wednesday
August 20, 2025

7:00 PM
Owens Funeral Home
101 North Elm Street
Champaign, IL 61820

Donations

Yellow Ribbon Fund
Web: https://yellowribbonfund.org/

On Course Foundation
Web: https://www.oncoursefoundationusa.org/

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