It is with heavy hearts, that we share the news of the passing of Dr. Sandra Chimon Rogers, esteemed Chair of the AANMC Board, who passed away in June after an unexpected illness. Dr. Rogers served on AANMC’s Board of Directors during the height of the pandemic and through our return to regular instruction. She was instrumental in calmly navigating the tumultuous terrain of educational delivery in a global crisis. We honor a remarkable leader whose contributions profoundly impacted the field of health sciences and naturopathic medicine. You would have been hard-pressed to find a more dedicated servant-leader.
Dr. Rogers, Dean of the College of Professional Studies at the National University of Health Sciences (NUHS), dedicated her career to advancing education, fostering innovation, mentoring colleagues, and nurturing future healthcare professionals. Her work in bioanalytical nuclear neurochemistry, especially on Alzheimer’s prevention, including collaborations with NASA, and her leadership roles at prestigious institutions like the University of Illinois and DePaul University, as well as her children’s school board of education, highlight her exceptional commitment to science, education and people. Dr. Rogers’ legacy of excellence, passion for teaching, and innovative spirit will continue to inspire us all. We celebrate her memory.
We extend our deepest sympathies to her family, academic community, colleagues, and all who were touched by her wisdom and kindness.
AANMC Board of Directors
FUNERAL SERVICE DETAILS
The family of Dr. Sandra Chimon-Rogers (1973 – 2024) will gather to celebrate her life, and they’d be honored if you joined them.
Celebration of Life will be held Friday, June 28, 2024
Holy Apostolic Catholic Assyrian Church of the East – St. Andrew’s Parish
901 N Milwaukee Ave, Glenview, IL 60025
9:30 AM – Open casket showing
10:00 AM – Service, burial immediately to follow at Montrose Cemetary and Crematorium (5400 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60630)
Continued celebration of Sandra’s life and legacy with post-service brunch at the Church.
3rd Day of Burial Service
9:00 AM – Sunday, June 30, 2024
Holy Apostolic Catholic Assyrian Church of the East – St. Andrew’s Parish
901 N Milwaukee Ave, Glenview, IL 60025
A post-service breakfast will be shared then a prayer will be performed over Sandra’s final resting place at Montrose Cemetary-Crematorium in observation of the Assyrian tradition.
