The love of a family is life's greatest blessing…

Rose M. Sanden, 90 years old went to be with the Lord on March 8, 2016. She passed away peacefully; after a short illness at Saint Mary's Hospital, surrounded by family at her side.

Rose was born in Ada, MN to Frank and Catherine Riepe on May 19, 1925. She was the second oldest of eleven children. She had a heart for service to others with many careers including beautician, nurse aide, food service at the Brown Derby, Town House and the Kahler Hotel – (including Room Service, Functions before retiring from the Penthouse). Rose met and married Lyle Sanden on February 11, 1956 in Rochester, MN. Lyle preceded her in death on July 8, 1975.

She is survived by her five children, Diane (Ron) Boysen of Lake Mills IA, Bob (Kerry) Sanden of Hager City WI, Cindi (Kirk) Moist of Eau Claire WI, Patty (John) Miller of Rochester MN, Mary Beth Jeter (Scott Ryan) of Rochester MN, thirteen grandchildren, eighteen (soon to be twenty-one) great grandchildren.

Rose was a special person that once met was never forgotten. There are numerous things that will remind us daily of our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend…her generous spirit, love of cooking/quilting/gardening, and her contagious laugh.

The family offer thanks to her many doctors and caregivers for their compassionate care, love and respect she received.