Rosalie M. Landa, age 91 of Broadus, passed away on July 20, 2014 at the Powder River Manor in Broadus, MT.
Rosalie was born on May 30, 1923 in a log cabin on the family ranch located in the Bear Lodge area of Crook County, Wyoming. Her parents were Barney and Rosa Giachino who had immigrated from northern Italy. Rosalie was the youngest of five children. She walked to the Lame Jones country school for her eight years of education. She married Joe Landa on July 6, 1942 in Miles City, Montana. Joe had come to America and herded sheep in the Buffalo, Wyoming area and acquired a herd of sheep after 10 years. The newlyweds bought the Jim Catti ranch on Horse Creek in the Boyes, Montana area. Joe had it leased before they were married. Two sons were born. Jerry in 1944 and Mike in 1948. They bought the Pete Pasco ranch and built a house near Duncan Creek school and moved from Horse Creek in the early 50`s. They had sold the sheep in the middle 1940`s because of coyotes and bought cattle. Joe and Rosalie ranched for 48 years at Boyes and moved to Broadus, Montana in 1990. They enjoyed the country dances at Boyes and Hammond and a visit to the neighbors a couple times a year.
Rosalie did not have time for hobbies. She kept a very clean house. In later years she did collect old bottles, dishes and various antiques. Joe built her a “bottle shack” to put her treasures in. She loved to have her grandchildren (JJ, Bob and Crissy) over for cookies and ice cream. Later she had four great granddaughters to enjoy.
Rosalie is survived by son Jerry(Sylvia) Landa Boyes, Mt; grandsons John Joseph (Cathy) Boyes, Mt; Bob Landa Seattle, WA; granddaughter Cris (John) Powell Milwaukee, WI; great granddaughters Alivia Landa, Ava Landa Boyes, Mt; Elly Powell; Bronwyn Powell, Milwaukee, WI; daughter in laws Vida Landa, Miles City, Mt; Phyllis Landa, Helena, Mt and numerous nieces and nephews. Rosalie was preceded in death by her siblings; husband Joe Landa and son Mike Landa.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 25, 2014 at 11:00 p.m. at the chapel of Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Broadus, MT. Interment will be held in the Valley View Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Gilda Clancy says
Jerry & Family,
So sorry to hear about your mother and grandmother. I will always have fond memories of her.
Kenny and Roxie Fox says
Sorry to hear of Great Aunt Rosalie’s passing. She was a nice lady.
Wayne & Anita Wetherelt says
My heart aches over your loss. Visited her often these past weeks & will be so missed.
Our thoughts & prayers to all of her family.
Roberta Morgan Rickman says
Jerry & family,
So sorry for your loss. She was a special lady and will be fondly remembered by many.
Tvedt Family says
Landa Family ~ We are so very sorry for you loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Karla Powell says
Dear Landa Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am glad we were able to know her, even if it was for a short time. She was an amazing woman and we will all miss Grandma Rose.
Ginger says
‘Cadillac Rose’……what a gal she was! Was real glad to know her and will miss her bunches. Peace to the family…..
Veda says
Landa Family, I am so sorry to her about Rosalie’s passing. She was such a kind, patient person. She used to come to the Tuesday meals and play bingo at the senior center.She will be missed. Former Senior Center Director in Broadus Mt.
Gary says
So sorry for the loss of your Mother!Grandmother. Met her more than once over the years, Nice Lady. Been to the ranch to visit Jerry & family so many times in the last 25 years it is almost like home. Take Care
The Kuhbacher's says
There will never be a sweeter Rosalie! 😉 Another one of the Boyes founders will be laid to rest…however her memory lives on…her kindness will never be forgotten, and I can still hear her chuckle…see her beaming smile…and Joe is dancing in heaven with her…. So happy she was in my childhood memories…..Take Care Landa Family, she was a treasure!
J Johnson says
Dear family of Rosalie M. Landa – I am sorry to hear of your loss. May the Creator give you peace through his sure promise to comfort us (2 Corinthians 1:3, 4). Cherish all your happy memories and I hope you are consoled by Bible promises (John 17:3).
Colleen (Richards) Brunner says
Jerry and Family: Sorry to hear of the passing from your lives of your mom. She had a lot of character and I can still hear her laughter! Our days at Boyes and getting to know the Landa family will be some of my favorite memories. God bless your family.