Lauren Jeanne Rogers-Freedman

Dr. Lauren Jeanne Freedman (née Rogers), 69, of Beaumont, Texas passed away in her home with her children by her side on December 11, 2024, in Los Angeles, California. She was born in Beaumont, Texas on December 12, 1954, to Victor and June Rogers. Lauren remained in Beaumont through her high school graduation. Following this, she graduated from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. Her further education took her to Los Angeles, where she earned her doctorate degree in clinical psychology. She practiced as a licensed clinical psychologist and through her work in this field benefited the lives of many.

Lauren placed tremendous value on the importance of family and friends. She had many talents, hobbies, and interests which she gladly shared with those around her. An advocate for the creative process, she could regularly be found immersed in various forms of art. She also loved to travel, including visits with her family to countries on six of the seven continents. A loving mother with a warm and generous heart, she participated in and supported her children’s education, activities, and achievements.

Lauren always put the interests of others ahead of her own. Embodying the traditions of the Rogers family, she placed great importance on the value of charity and the support of others in need. In a similar vein, Lauren was a passionate believer in conservation who loved animals and the natural world. She gladly and consistently donated her time and resources to various causes to help better the world. Lauren found levity and laughter in all that life brought.

Lauren is survived by her children, Rachel Carlson and her husband Don; Jon Freedman; Marisa Freedman; granddaughter, Nel Olivia Carlson, sister-in-law, Debbie Rogers, and numerous cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Victor and June Rogers, as well as her siblings, Melissa and J.W. Rogers.

Instead of flowers, we kindly ask that you consider making a donation in her memory to a cause that is meaningful to you. If you wish to support organizations dedicated to those affected by degenerative brain diseases, like the one from which Lauren bravely suffered. A couple of recommended charities for your consideration are Brain Support Network – https://www.brainsupportnetwork.org/  and Hilarity for Charity – https://wearehfc.org/.

A gathering of Ms. Rogers-Freedman’s family and friends will begin at 11:00 a.m., with her funeral service to follow at 12:00 p.m., Monday, December 16, 2024, at Temple Emanuel, 1120 Broadway, Beaumont, under the direction of Broussard’s, 2000 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont. Her entombment will follow at Kol Israel Cemetery, Beaumont.