In Loving Memory
Richard and Mae Roso
Richard Roso: May 31, 1930 – July 21, 2011
Mae Roso: March 1, 1930 – April 16, 2020
Graveside Service for Interment of Ashes
May 17, 2024
11:00 AM Central Time
LaBelle Cemetery
700 E. Grove St
Oconomowoc, WI
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Richard and Mae Roso Obituary
Two well-loved people, Richard (Rich) Roso and Mae Leona (Postell) Roso, passed away almost a decade apart. Mae, 90, passed away on April 16, 2020. She was the beloved wife of over 60 years of Richard Roso, 81, who passed away July 21, 2011. They are once again together, buried together at La Belle Cemetery in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin.
Two of Mae’s favorite things – her husband and chocolate – came together at age 16 when Mae put brownies in Rich’s locker in high school. The rest is history. They shared a love of bowling, Rich being good enough to be a professional bowler had he chosen. One of his regrets was that both of his 300 games were not during a sanctioned tournament. They both loved dancing and were terrific at jitterbugging. As Rich famously wrote in Mae’s 1947 high school yearbook “Dear Mae, I enjoyed dancing with you immensely. Looking forward to more. Rich Roso”.
They loved to travel, their favorites being visiting family in various cities around the US and to vacation in Mexico. They loved it so much that when they finally were able to build a house to their specifications, they built a hacienda style home, complete with a central courtyard and fountain.
Mae and Rich are remembered as wonderful, generous and hardworking parents to their nine children; Kathleen Roso, Dianne Vickery (Robert), Rick Roso (Cathy), Judy Taub (Ivan), Jeanne Snyder, Chris Brown (Mark), Tom Roso, Tony Roso (Jeannine), and Maria Cleverly (John). Mae and Rich also remain in the heartsof many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
They will be missed.
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Richard and Mae. You truly exemplify family love and commitment. I always admired how strong and happy you all were when you gathered together as a family.
Mae was always so sweet, kind and calm. Richard was so knowledgeable, skillful and energetic. You were a perfect match to balance out each other. Your love for each other and your children is evident in the strong family bond. I am very grateful to have had the opportunity learn and witness your strength, devotion and love to one another.
Rest in peace together Richard and Mae.
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Aunt Mae & Uncle Rich, we miss you. From stopping at dad’s house (Albert) picking up sausages. To Aunt Mae telling stories of the kids. Not letting Richard telling us jokes in dad’s backyard because the kids were there ie. Karen & Mary we had been in are 30’s then. Love you
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Dear Mom,
I’ll always treasure your sweet nature, positive energy and your unwavering love and support. Your smile could light up a room and your kindness was appreciated by everyone. You were the heart of our family and you will forever be loved and missed.
Dear Dad,
I’ll always admire your love and dedication to our family. We had so many fun times together. I loved listening to your stories because your sense of humor was the best. Thank you for teaching me so many valuable things. I’ll cherish these memories forever. Love and miss you.
Mom and dad….keep laughing, keep smiling and keep dancing!! Rest in peace….together forever.
Love you always! Mia
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Dear Mom, I miss your sweetness and patience, your ability to never speak ill of anyone. I miss your witty sense of humor.
Dear Dad, I miss your strength, reliability and optimism, your teaching us to be independent and your boisterous joy.
Dear Mom and Dad, I miss your devotion and loyalty to each other, your children and your extended family.
I love you both.
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I miss you grandma and grandpa! You were the best and I loved you guys so much!!! See you in heaven.
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Love and miss grandma and grandpop. They’ll always be missed.