Ruth “Rootie” Patricia Roos, 86, passed away peacefully surrounded by the family, Monday, May 4, 2015, at Holy Rosary Hospital in Miles City, Montana, after complications from pneumonia.
Ruth was born in Miles City, Montana on February 21, 1929 to John & Frances Doran. She was the second of four children born to the couple.
One day, Ruth was set up on a date with a man named Raymond Roos. Well Ray knew a good one when he saw it, and they married September 16, 1963. To this union, three children were born, Patrick, Julie, and Carol.
Before marriage, Ruth enjoyed working at the Woolworth’s lunch counter. But Ray insisted she stay home to focus on her children once they were married. She was a loving mother and devoted wife, always putting her family’s needs before her own. Later, she was caregiver to her two granddaughters, while their mother, Carol, worked…a profession that brought total joy to her life and earned her title of “professional grandmother.”
Ruth was a devoted member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, and had a permanent pew in front the last couple years of her life. She enjoyed watching the congregation going up to Communion and loved when they took the time to shake her hand as they were passing by.
Ruth enjoyed many hobbies and activities. Before her arthritis got the best of her, she enjoyed embroidery, even teaching her two granddaughters the art. She also enjoyed playing Scrabble, Pinochle and Whist with family and friends. As a woman that did not like dogs in her younger years, took a total liking to her Grand dog, Tessa.
Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond in December 2001, her parents, John and Frances, and half-sister, Evelyn.
She is survived by her three children, Patrick, Julie, and Carol (J.R.) and her two precious granddaughters, Ashley and Brianna. She is also survived by her brother, Jack Doran, her sisters, Dorothy Doran and Ann Bird, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
The family is very thankful for the nurses, doctors and aides of Holy Rosary, Billings Clinic, and Home Care who made her last few years a blessing. We are also especially thankful to her daughter, Julie, who was her caregiver allowing her to live at home until her death. Thanks also go to Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home and Fr. Rob for making the arrangement process easy.
Rosary service will be Thursday, May 7, 2015 at 6:00 p.m., followed by a vigil at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, May 8, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Rite of Committal will follow in the Calvary Cemetery. Should friends or family desire, memorials made be made to Sacred Heart church in Miles City, Montana. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevesonandsons.com
Service Schedule
Rosary & Vigil
6:00 p.m.
Thursday May 7, 2015
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Miles City, Montana 59301
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m.
Friday May 8, 2015
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Rosary & Vigil
6:00 p.m.
Thursday May 7, 2015
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Miles City, Montana 59301
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m.
Friday May 8, 2015
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Denise Harvey says
Dear Roos family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Denise Harvey
Dale & Cindy Berg says
Dear Roos and Bean Family,
We are so sorry about your mom and grandma. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers – now and in the difficult days ahead. Celebrate her life and all the good times you had together. God bless you all.
Diane Welbes says
So sorry for your loss–You are all in my Thoughts & Prayers.
Martha Crandall says
So sorry.
Sandi Kohones and Jon Wilkerson says
We are so sorry for your loss! We will miss seeing her at the Boardwalk. Our prayers are with you during this sad time.
Tim and Debbie Irion says
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you all are in out thoughts and prayers.
GARY AND PAT HELM says
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT RUTH. GOD BE WITH THE WHOLE FAMILY. GOD BLESS YOU ALL,.
Dale and Ruth Bond says
Ruth and I have many good memorys of time with Ruth.Our prayers are with you at this time.Lean on family and friends to help.Dale and Ruth Bond
Kelly Dodge Tarr says
So sorry about Ruth, I first met her and her family as they were my grandma s neighbors some 40 yrs ago. Such a sweetie. May you all feel Gods peace, through this tough time.
katie seminole says
Roos & Bean family
I am sorry for your loss your mom she was a sweet lady. Your families are in my thoughts and prayers!
Sherri & Rob Schneidt says
So very sorry for your loss, you all are in our thoughts.
Carol Schneidt says
Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers!
BONNIE ASHLEY CURRAN says
So sorry for your loss, you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike & Judy Toennis Family says
Our thoughts and prayers are with your families.
Richard & Linda Meidinger says
I had met Ruth but never really got to know her.
I knew Ray from the VA. He and I were union officers for a while together then I ended up taking over his position as treasurer and he had to teach me what to do because I didn’t have a clue. Ha
So sorry to know that now you have lost both of the parents and grand parents.
May they both rest in peace. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Linda ( I think I was Valley when I knew them) Meidinger and Richard
Aaron Mollie Robert and Michael Phipps says
Sorry for your loss. May the hand of the Lord be on your shoulder, and comfort you in your grief.
Ern,Esther and Terry Nelson says
Home at last ! She is at pease with the Loard! Our sympathy and comfort to you all.
Jessie and Jim Leidholt says
To the family of Ruth, Jim and I are so sorry for the loss of your mom. Jim worked with Ray at the VA and I met Ruth when we were both doing grandkid duty over the years. This fall when I look to see who I know at the Catholic harvest dinner in Forsyth I will be sad not to see Ruth.
Carol Schneider says
Carol, JR, Pat, Julie and grand-daughters, I want to express my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Mother and Grandmother. May the Lord wrap his arms around all of you and comfort you through this difficult time.
Maureen Larson says
Dear Roos Family,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Please accept my sincere condolences and may your memories and God’s love sustain you in the difficult days ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
VERLIN AND BERNADETTE MILLER says
Ruth was a wonderful mother, grandmother and friend to all, I don’t think she was ever without a smile or something positive to say. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jackie O'Reilly Crowley says
Julie, Pat, Carol and family –
I was so sorry to hear about your mom/grandma! Have said lots of prayers for her in the last couple of weeks and really hoped she’d recover. I remember your mom as always being so sweet, kind, and humble but strong in her faith. Always had that pretty smile on her face! I know you will miss her so much and my thoughts & prayers go out to all of you!
Frank & Meg Hernandez says
Patrick, Carol and Julie
Sorry to hear about your mother. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. May God be with you.
Gene & Vickie Schneidt says
I don’t think I ever saw Ruth without her lovely sweet smile. She had an abundance of love for her family and I hope that is comforting to all of you. Prayers for all of you.
Deb & Bob Hagemeister says
Carol, JR, and families
So sorry to hear about your Mom — our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Mike & Patsy Davis says
Carol, JR and family,
Our sincere condolences in the loss of your Mother & Grandmother.
Sincerely, Patsy & Mike Davis
Miles & Beth Ann Milligan says
Dear Roos/Bean Families,
We enjoyed Ruth very much. The sparkle in her eyes was always there and her comments would blow you away as quietly she as shared them. We laughed a lot with her.
Our hearts share your loss and our prayers and love are with you all.
Miles & Beth Ann Milligan
Lynn Holom Harper says
Patrick, Julie and Carol!
You are all in my thoughts and prayers! Your mom was a very sweet kind lady to everyone. God Bless all of you!
Kimber Nelson Gebhardt says
Ruth was a wonderful lady. Sending you my love and prayers during this difficult time. Hold tight to your memories!
Ron & Ann Roberts says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care.
Kim Stanton says
Dear Families,
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your dear mother. I will always remember Ruth had the kindest, gentle, most loving eyes–as seen by the wonderful picture of her above. She was quite the lady and will be greatly missed by so many in Miles City. I am sending my thoughts, prayers, and condolences your way today and during the coming days. May the peace and consolation of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
With loving sympathy,
Dan and Kim Stanton