Carol Jean Rogne

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Carol Jean Rogne, 83, passed away peacefully on June 29th, 2024, at Sanford Hospice in Fargo, North Dakota, with her family and friends by her side.

Carol was born February 10th, 1941, to parents James and Evelyn Gisvold in Winthrop, Minnesota. She moved to Fargo, North Dakota when she was a teen. Later in life, she obtained two PhDs in Counseling Psychology and Philosophy in Metaphysics with a focus on holistic theology. Carol was an amazing and loving mother to her two sons, Jay and Dustin Rogne. She was blessed by having two grandchildren, Nicolette and Nicolas Rogne. She also shared her life with Peggy Isakson and Keri Rogne, daughters-in-law, who are wonderful women and mothers. She also enjoyed her time with her close friends and "Poker Gals" at her condo and close friend, Peg Hanson.

Carol owned and operated the Dutch Maid Grill and Ice Cream Parlor for many years. She founded and directed the Discovery Counseling and Educational Center in Fargo, ND. Carol also served as a School Psychologist and School Counselor in the Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton School District for 40 years. She taught and supervised graduate students at North Dakota State University. Additionally, she was an adjunct instructor at Moorhead State University and taught short seminars for the Moorhead, MN Adult Education Program. Carol frequently presented workshops on various mental health topics. Concerned about young children and the rising rates of violence in society, she collaborated with two other women to secure $109,000 in grants. These funds were used to support programs in schools, providing increased services for children and their families in areas such as safety, emotional support, skill-building, drug and alcohol prevention, self-esteem, and non-violent conflict resolution. Out of this grant came something that Carol was very proud of: her Peacemaker Program, which provided conflict resolution training. Carol was and will always be known as Dilworth Elementary's Peacemaker. With all of her knowledge, she wrote and published five books relating to mental health and spirituality.

Carol was a very accomplished traveler, spending time in India, Jamaica, Jordan, Israel, Egypt, Dubai, Switzerland, Greece, Mexico, England, Amsterdam, and Canada. She enjoyed playing tennis, skiing, listening to music, playing guitar and piano, and cooking for friends, families, and those in need.

Carol tried to live by the principles of the Twelve Step Program and the Serenity Prayer: "God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference." Carol has touched so many lives through her school psychology, school counseling, her private psychology practice, her teaching, and being a caring friend. Everyone who has had the privilege of getting to know her or having her as a counselor learned valuable lessons about resilience, compassion, and the importance of mental health. Her dedication to her work and her genuine care for others have left a mark on the lives she has touched. Carol's wisdom, empathy, and support have comforted and guided countless individuals, helping them navigate their challenges and achieve personal growth. Her legacy will continue to inspire and uplift all fortunate to cross her path.

Carol has many titles, but the one she is proudest of is "Grandma." She has spent the last 20 years with her granddaughter Nicolette on countless adventures together. She always attended every event Nicolette was a part of. They spent priceless time together. Carol always said that life must have been pretty boring before becoming a grandmother. She loved her time with her Grandson Nicolas at McDonald's and Courts Plus. One of her favorite memories with Nicolas is from his childhood. She always held his hand while walking to protect him. When he turned four and she began to grow weaker, Nicolas insisted on holding her hand, saying he needed to protect her. Her role as a grandmother was a source of warmth and love that she shared with her grandchildren.

In life, Carol embodied integrity, compassion, and intelligence. She always seemed to know what to say, whether enlightening, comforting, or just whitty. Carol's life was a testament to her belief in the power of love, education, and service to others. Living in gratitude was her way of life. "Life was good to her, and she was good to life." Her memory will live on in the hearts of those she helped and loved. Her spirit of giving and dedication to improving the well-being of others will remain a guiding light for all who knew her. She will be deeply missed but forever remembered by her family, friends, colleagues, and all those whose lives she enriched.

The family prefers that memorials be sent to UC Hope in Glyndon, Minnesota.