1928
2017
Rose Marie Vance, 88, was called home by her Lord the morning of February 8th, 2017. She passed peacefully, with dignity, and surrounded by loved ones.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, February 25, 2017, at Our Lady's Immaculate Heart Catholic Church. Visitation will be held one hour prior to Mass.
Rose was born November 16th, 1928 in Oshkosh, WI to Joseph & Anna Mauritz. She met her husband, Milan (Mel) Vance, under mistletoe on New Year's Eve 1954, and were married December 27th 1955 for 32 wonderful years. She spent most of her working life at the Bell Telephone company, and retired in 1993.
Her husband Mel, brother Edgar Mauritz, and sister Marcella Lundholm preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughters, Anna (Phillip) Williams, Mary Vance, and by her grandchildren Samuel and Emma Williams.
Witty, spunky, and full of life up to her last days, Rose touched lives wherever she went. She loved all holidays and loved having custom nails to match even more. She rarely missed a day among friends at the Neveln Center for 28 years, met friends at Gino's restaurant Saturday nights for 30 years, and spent over thirty years worshipping her Lord and Savior at Our Lady's Immaculate Heart church.
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February 23, 2017
Kathryn Spragg
I met "Mrs. Vance" when we moved in next door to her and "Mr. Vance" years ago. They were great neighbors. My sympathies Anna and Mary.
February 20, 2017
Robert and Donna Cole
February 20, 2017
Rose was always a dependable volunteer at The Variety Club Children Charity and fun to work with. Sympathy to her family at this sad time.
Carol K.
February 19, 2017
I met Rose at Taylor House while visiting another friend. I was so impressed and inspired by a lady who loved the Lord. She was amazing to sit and talk with. When visiting once after praying with her, Rose asked if she could pray for me! The world will truly miss Rose and I so appreciate the short time I got to be in this lady's presence and know this unique child of God.
Pastor Gary Forster
February 14, 2017
Newell Shoup
a great spirited Lady - everyone will miss her - her faith carried her through.
February 11, 2017
Dear Ann, Phil, Mary and Your family and friends, You have been and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.May the Good Lord give you courage and strong faith now and in time to come. Love & (((HUGS))) Gretchen
February 11, 2017
Friend
Jeff & Beth Boehlert
Rose was a spark of sunshine to all who got to know her. May she Rest In Peace.
February 10, 2017
Neighbor
EDWARD J LYNCH
OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF ROSE VANCE, EDWARD J LYNCH FAMILY, DOTTIE ,ED, JIM & BILL
February 10, 2017
Ardis Morrison
Such a pleasure to know Rose for many years. Always had a beautiful smile!
February 9, 2017
Kendra Johannes
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 9, 2017
Rose Marie Vance
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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