Cheryl Rogers: Roy and Grace adopted Cheryl in 1941 from Hope Cottage in Texas. Growing up with Trigger, she appeared in some of Roy’s films as a child, including Meet Roy Rogers and Trail of Robin Hood.
Linda Lou Rogers:Â Two years after adopting Cheryl, Grace gave birth to Linda Lou. Linda married Gary Johnson, a minister, and they were together for over 40 years until his death in 2008. She now lives in California, surrounded by her children and grandchildren.
Roy Rogers Jr.: Known as “Dusty,” Roy Jr. is Roy’s only biological son. Grace passed away due to childbirth complications shortly after he was born. Dusty appeared on The Roy Rogers Show as a child and later became his father’s manager. He also performed with the Sons of the Pioneers and led his own band, Roy Rogers Jr. and the High Riders.
Robin Elizabeth Rogers: Dale Evans gave birth to Robin, their only child together. Born with Down syndrome, Robin passed away before her second birthday due to complications from the mumps. Dale honored her memory by writing the book Angel Unaware.
Dodie Rogers:Â Dodie, of Native American descent, was adopted at seven months old. She married Jon Patterson, a NASA employee, and they had a daughter named Kristin. Dodie is now a grandmother.
