Linda Lorena May (Trucano) Rogge, age 87, passed away peacefully in her sleep on September 9, 2018 at the Powder River Manor in Broadus. After long years of illness and decline, she is now at ease and with her beloved husband, sisters and parents.
Linda was born on May 18, 1931 to Adeline Visintainer and James Trucano, at the family ranch near Boyes, Montana. Her grandmother, Leona Capra Barbero, assisted her birth and chose her name, adding May because of the month. After 1937, the Trucanos ran the Boyes general store, which was a cornerstone of the small community, and provided Linda and her sisters with ample stories later in life.
Linda attended Duncan Creek School, and later Powder River County High School, graduating in 1949. While in high school she met a tall, handsome, jokester by the name of Joy Rogge and fell in love. After graduation, war and school kept them apart. She attended nurses training and he deployed to the Korean War. Upon his return they married, on August 9, 1953 at St. David’s Catholic Church in Broadus.
Linda began her long nursing career at Holy Rosary Hospital in Miles City. In 1954, she and Joy moved to Boyes to help her parents with the store. There, she continued her nursing career caring for the local community. Joy and Linda’s first five children were born during their years at Boyes.
In 1971, Joy and Linda moved to the Rogge Ranch near Broadus and built their dream home. Here they also welcomed their youngest son. Linda returned to her nursing career and worked at the Powder River Manor, Broadus Medical Clinic and Health Nurses Office. Her favorite job was working for the school districts in the area as a health nurse. She taught many kids how to properly brush their teeth—something that was very important to her. Her grandkids knew that she always had an extra toothbrush in her cabinet. She retired from nursing in 1998
The Trucanos were proud of their Italian heritage, and for Linda, that pride was best expressed through food. Her family looked forward to “Grandma Linda’s Chicken,” her homemade spaghetti and the ravioli that she and Joy would make from scratch each year. Linda would want you to always have a second helping.
Linda was also an excellent baker. She was highly regarded for her wedding cakes, never failed to remember the preferred treat of each child and grandchild on his or her birthday, and her cookie jar was always full. For several years she made homemade Kahlua for the holidays, which was a favorite at the annual Alter Society Christmas gift exchange. One of Linda’s favorite hobbies was her flower garden. Her yard was a rainbow of colors from spring through fall, and she loved sharing bouquets with family and friends. She also loved to travel, and she and Joy spent many happy times with family on both coasts. Throughout her life, Linda found guidance, strength and solace in the Catholic Church. She was an active member of the Alter Society. Without a doubt, Linda’s calling in life was to be a provider for those in need. Whether it was family member with an empty plate, a community member who needed assistance, or a patient in the Broadus Medical Clinic, she poured her heart into giving. Linda’s true focus was her family. Her husband, parents, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren were always in her thoughts and directed her deeds. She never stopped planning for the next family gathering. Thank God for every minute spent with your family. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Joy; her sisters, Kay Latta, Maxine McCurdy and Mildred Sowers; her brothers-in-law, John Latta, Neal McCurdy and Bill Sowers; a nephew, Charles Sowers; and niece, Jani McCurdy Morse.
Linda is survived by her children, Jody (Richard) O’Leary, Lyle (Jeanne) Rogge, Don
(RaeVonne) Rogge, Bruce Rogge, LeAnne (Art) Viall, and Brent (Jen) Rogge, and daughter-in-law Jeanette Rogge. She is also survived by her grandchildren Ryan Rogge, Kyle Rogge (RaLynn Noftsker), Caitlin (Cole) Riggs, Megan (Brandon) Curtiss, Adam Gronning, Hailey (Ryan) Davidson, Morgan Rogge, Hannah Rogge, Ethan Rogge, Lena (Erik) Larson, Molly Viall, Sam (Crikett) Viall, Mackenzie Rogge, Allexa Rogge, Samantha McKay and Austin Rogge; greatgrandchildren Jalyn, Jace, Ty, Koby, Urijah, Natalie, Silas and Leif; great niece Cherise Gruber; and friend, Verna Viall. Should friends desire, memorials can be made to the Powder River Manor or Saint David’s Catholic Church.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 27, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. followed by a Vigil Service at 6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Broadus. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, September 28, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Saint David’s Catholic Church in Broadus. Interment will follow in the Valley View Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Visitation
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday September 27, 2018
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
101 Wilson Street
Broadus, Montana 59317
Vigil Service
6:00 p.m.
Thursday September 27, 2018
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
101 Wilson Street
Broadus, Montana 59317
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m.
Friday September 28, 2018
Saint David's Catholic Church
225 N Wilbur
Broadus, Montana 59317
Rite of Committal
Friday September 28, 2018
Valley View Cemetery
Cemetery Rd.
Broadus, Montana 59317
Service Schedule
Visitation
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday September 27, 2018
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
101 Wilson Street
Broadus, Montana 59317
Vigil Service
6:00 p.m.
Thursday September 27, 2018
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
101 Wilson Street
Broadus, Montana 59317
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m.
Friday September 28, 2018
Saint David's Catholic Church
225 N Wilbur
Broadus, Montana 59317
Rite of Committal
Friday September 28, 2018
Valley View Cemetery
Cemetery Rd.
Broadus, Montana 59317
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Roberta Morgan Rickman says
My condolences to all of Linda’s family.
Kurt and Julie Collins says
Rogge family,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincere condolences.
Lisa Gaskill says
I will truly miss Linda at the Manor. She was such a beautiful, sweet soul and I loved visiting her.
Joni Draine says
Thinking of the Rogge family, as Linda was so special. My greatest memory of her was when I did her hair in the nursing home some years ago, and she kept saying, ” there’s a small boy in the room, where is he???” I kept saying to her, “Linda, it’s just you and me and I’m about to fix your hair.” Little did I know… It was just days before a confirmed pregnancy test (with a Boy for that matter!) I will absolutely never forget that! Thinking of everyone in this difficult time.
RIchard E Meiidnger says
Sorry for your loss. May special memories make this sad time easier for you.
May she rest in peace. Your are in our thoughts and prayers. Linda and RIchard
Larry and Jody Richards says
Our condolences to the Rogge family. Linda was a wonderful person. Keep your special memories close to your heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Laurie Janssen Claypool says
To all of Linda’s family and friends, my deepest sympathy! Thoughts and prayers to you all! She has raised such a very beautiful family and I know she is very proud of each and every one of you!
Mary Smith Roig says
Linda was an amazing beautiful lady. She is now with her beloved husband. We will all miss her very much.
William Collins says
Thoughts and prayers to the Rogge family! Linda was one of a kind and such a sweet lady!
ArLynn and Walter Archer says
So sorry for your loss of this wonderful, pretty lady.
Mary Jo McCurdy says
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Linda was a wonderful woman, and I was proud to be part of the family.
Tom and Judy Collins. says
We were so sorry to hear about Linda. She was a wonderful lady and will be missed. Thinking of all of the family.
Bub and Carlene Gaskill says
Condolences to the Rogge family.
Vonnie Shannon says
Sending my sympathy to all the Rogge kids.
Anita Wetherelt says
93 W US Hwy 212
Shawn & Wendy Richards says
Thoughts and prayers to all of Linda’s family!! What a special lady she was!!
keka@rangeweb,net says
my prayers are with all of Linda’s family
Kelli (Mellor) Davis says
My thoughts and heartfelt prayers go out to the entire Rogge family but especially to my longtime Brent and family. I’m so sorry for your loss! Praying for you all!
Kelli (Mellor) Davis
Randy & Aletta Shannon says
Sorry for your loss. You’re in thought and prayers. Our Sincere Sympathy
Betty Jean Vail says
Whenever I eat cheese I think of Linda telling me “Cheese goes directly to your thighs.” What a treasure she was.
Nancy and Bert Stoddard says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. What a wonderful lady and I will never forget how she loved being the school nurse.
Pam & Dave Nisley says
Such a sweet soul!! I remember her wonderful kitchen skills and nursing too! Keep those warm memories close, we are praying for all of you! I recall a time she told me in nursing school how they taught them to sharpen the needles……I think of her every time I give an animal a vaccination 🙂 Love to all~
Kathy Riley says
Condolences from Margie and Kathy. Where can I send a card for the family?
Dolores Willson says
So sorry Brent & Leanne, to hear of your Mom’s passing. May you all find comfort in your many memories.
Lance Kalfell says
Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and Prayers to you all. My kids remember visiting Uncle Joy and aunt Linda many years ago. We had a great time. Rest in Peace Linda.
Lance and Lisa Kalfell and family
Steve & June says
Linda was so proud of her children. But see REALLY loved to talk about her grandkids.
The love both Joy & Linda gave, will always be with us. So when you think of them,
pass that love on.
Pam Rogge says
My thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days ahead. I will always remember how warmly Linda welcomed me into the family when I married Karl. Cherish the memories!
Gerald and Janet Himelspach says
Our Sympathy to the Rogge family. Linda was such a nice person, and a friend to many.
Tracey Gatlin says
My condolences to the Rogge family. Thoughts and prayers to you all. May she Rest In Peace 🙏
Tammie McGill says
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. One very sweet lady
Darold and Sylvia Zimmer says
Thoughts and prayers for the best of memories to all the Rogge families..
Robert & Lynnette Janssen says
Dear Rogge Family, thinking of you all during this time of grieving. Linda was a lovely, kind woman with something nice to say whenever you visited with her. I will always remember Joy and Linda sitting just ahead of us every week in church-they we’re such pillars of St. David’s. May God’s blessings shine upon both of them, reunited now in heaven.
Jerri Hrubes says
To the Rogge family,
I loved Linda dearly! As one of her caregivers for not only her, but Joy, I will miss her dearly! It had been several years since I worked there and the day I came back , she said ” I know who you are Jerri, I’ve missed you !” It was so touching to my heart as I love every elderly person that I care for . Some you end up getting much closer to than others, your mother is one that holds a special place in my heart !❤️ Many prayers as your family reunites at this time of loss. No matter how old you are, it still hurts to lose your parent, grandma, aunt, sister, and /or friend! I love you Linda! God bless those still left here on earth without you ! 😢😇❤️🙏🏻
Jane Thompson says
I will miss seeing Linda in the hallways of the Manor…Have many memories of Linda and Joy when we all lived at and around Boyes. If one of the kids were hurt we all called Linda first….Blessings to all her Family.
Pam Carter says
My thoughts and prayers to the entire Rogge family, may you be blessed with all your memories.
Bev Schaffer says
Our condolences to the Rogge family, I so enjoyed Linda and Joy at the Powder River Manor. She was a wonderful lady!
Patti Barbero Brix says
Linda was always Lorena to me. She was a wonderful “second mother” as I was growing up. Such a special lady. Peace and love to the Rogge clan. Your closeness is a testimony of her and Joy’s love.
Rick & Dee Abbott says
Leann and others of Linda’s family: We are sorry for the loss of your mother. You have our sincerest condolences.
Skin and Betty(Manker) Collins. says
Sending condolences to the Rogge family in the loss of your beloved mother. Linda was such a lovely woman to everyone that knew her. She will be missed by so many. Hold your memories close to your heart as they will always be with you. God Bless you all.
Dora Meidinger- Huckins says
Sending my sincere condolences to Linda Rogge’s family, friends, and many relatives. Linda was a wonderful role model for many young women in Powder River country! When I needed a long-term substitute for my Title I position some years ago, Linda offered to cover and teach my students while I completed the year out in 2nd grade with Kyle Landa (Carlisle). She already knew the students as the school nurse, and she continued to develop a friendly but professional rapport as she finished the school year for me! She was confident and reliable, and for me, an absolute relief to answered prayers! My teacher angel… and I’ve never forgotten those days of collaborating and getting to know each other! My teacher angel has now earned her lovely wings! In love and prayers, Dora Meidinger- Huckins
Mike & Judy Toennis Family says
Our thoughts and prayers are with your families.
Bob and Carolyn Traub says
So sorry for your loss. Linda was a great lady and will be miss very much. Prayers for all the family.
SALLY A. BORLA says
LINDA (LORENA) TO ME AND HER PARENTS WERE LIKE FAMILY TO US FOR YEARS. I REMEMBER THE DAY LINDA AND JOY WERE MARRIED AND TRIPS TO THE STORE TO SEE THE NEW BABY AFTER THEY ARRIVED HOME. WE ALL SHARE A LOT OF HISTORY AND JOY AND LINDA WERE LIKE FAMILY TO ALL OF US KIDS WHO ATTENDED BOYES GRADE SCHOOL. SHE WILL BE MISSED BUT IS IN HEAVEN WITH HER LOVED ONES NOW–GOD BLESS HER FAMILY.
Linda (Cole) Bianco says
My condolences and heart & prayers go out to the family. Joy was my brother Jim Cole’s good friend, and I always liked Linda. Keep the good memories close to your heart, and may God bless you all.
Urijah Rogge says
i realy miss here and i wish that see was still around