Roger Bousselot, 100, of Calamus, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Fieldstone of DeWitt.
Visitation will be Thursday, July 16, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Long Grove. The Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 17, in the church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Roger Fred Bousselot was born Feb. 27, 1926, on the family farm near Grand Mound, to Fred Joseph and Esther Marie (Porth) Bousselot. He graduated from Calamus High School and spent his entire life doing what he loved most — farming the land he called home.
On Sept. 9, 1950, Roger married the love of his life, Betty Ann Ralfs. Together they shared more than 75 years of marriage, building a life centered on faith, family, and the farmstead where they made countless memories.
Roger was a devoted member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Long Grove and believed strongly in giving back to his community. Over the years, he generously shared his time and leadership by serving on numerous boards, including Wapsi Oaks Country Club, Grand Mound Union Savings Bank, SS Philip & James Catholic Church, St. Ann’s Catholic Church, the Clinton County Farm Service Agency, and the Clinton County Zoning Board.
Known to many as “Bud,” Roger enjoyed golfing, playing cards, challenging himself with word games, and, above all, spending time with his family. He was widely respected throughout the community for his integrity, wisdom, and quiet character. Roger also took pride in being one of the original members of the Grand Mound Colts baseball team, a distinction he remembered fondly throughout his life.
Roger was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose steady presence, strong work ethic, and genuine kindness left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Roger is lovingly remembered by his wife, Betty Ann of Calamus; his children, Lynn Smith of DeBary, Fla., David (Terri) Bousselot of DeWitt, and Dean (Diane) Bousselot of Dixon; seven grandchildren, Sarah, Brian, Todd, Rachel, Hannah, Jessica, and Angie; 14 great-grandchildren, Liam, Colin, Aubrey, Raelynn, Aedan, Gavin, Arya, Jackson, Olivia, Tanya, Lawson, Lena, and Rylee, with one additional great-grandchild expected; along with many extended family members and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Helen (Don) Ankerson, and Lillian (Ray) Walling; his grandson, Eric Smith; his granddaughter, Lisa Glennon; and his son-in-law, David Smith.
Roger’s life was a testament to hard work, faith, humility, and dedication to family and community.
His legacy will continue to live on through the generations he loved so deeply.
Arrangements are in the care of Schultz Funeral Home, DeWitt. Condolences may be expressed at www.schultzfuneralhomes.com.
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