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flag Saginaw school board member Kevin Rooker, 67, died Jan. 1, 2026, after surgery and prostate cancer, becoming the second board member to die in office this year.

flag Kevin Rooker, a 67-year-old Saginaw Public Schools board member and retired teacher, died on January 1, 2026, after complications following surgery and a battle with prostate cancer. flag Elected in 2022, he served as board secretary and was known for his advocacy for LGBTQ rights, education, and inclusivity. flag A longtime educator from Carrollton Public Schools, Rooker was celebrated for his passion for history and dedication to students and teachers. flag He was married to Saginaw City Councilman Bill Ostash, and the couple hosted former President Joe Biden in 2024. flag His passing marks the second school board member death in office this year.

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