Rose Helen Rice, age 96, of Helena, passed away January 13, 2017 at her home in Helena.
Rose was born on January 15, 1920 to Victor and Kate (Brydich) Stipcich in Tacoma, Washington. She married Robert Rice and they had two children. Robert preceded her in death in 1994.
Rose worked sales for a Furniture Factory all her working career before retiring. She was a devout Catholic. Rose loved to travel and enjoyed going on trips. She sewed and created amazing crochet creations.
Rose was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Robert Rice; and her siblings, Kate Evanich, Mary Kehr, Ann Wingerter, Victor Stipcich, Margaret Hoffman, and Joe Stipcich. She is survived by her children, Sharon Bowen of Florida and Robert L. Rice of Oregon; 4 grandchildren, Dusty, John, Tony, and Tracy; 10 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Graveside service is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 7100 N. Montana Ave. Memorials are suggested to a charity of the donor’s choice. Please visit below to offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Rose.
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
1:00 p.m.
Wednesday January 18, 2017
Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery
7100 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
1:00 p.m.
Wednesday January 18, 2017
Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery
7100 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
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Doug Stipcich says
Aunt Rose,
Too many memories for me to be able to pick just one. Suffice it to say that a huge void has been created in my heart with your passing. You are now in the very capable hands of the Lord and for that, I am thankful. I would really appreciate it if you would give Dad, Uncle Bob and the rest of the family that you have joined in heaven a big hug for me.
You may be gone, but you surely will never be forgotten.
Unfortunately, a scheduling conflict with a Dr’s appointment that my wife has in Billings this week is going to prevent me from attending you graveside services. I’m sorry about that, but I will be by to see you very soon.
Roberta Stiipcich says
My precious Rose:
You were the dearest friend, confidante, wonderful sister-in-law I could ever have asked for. Many times I told you that you were more like a sister to me than my own sister. What great memories I have of you that I will pass on to my family and friends. All the wonderful trips you, Joe and I went on. Everywhere from Spokane to Jackpot to Great Falls and Butte for just a road trip,. All the Friday night dinners we shared for oh, so long. All the shopping especially for shoes, here and at the mall in Great Falls. All the great conversations we shared over the years.
I will cherish all this the rest of my life. I loved you dearly and will miss you more than anyone will ever know. God Bless You, Rose.
Myrna Omholt Mason says
Rose was a great lady and I appreciate my good fortune in getting to know her. My heartfelt sympathy to all of Rose’s family
Bev Opitz says
Dear Sharon and extended family,
We are saddened to hear of your mother’s
Passing . She was a great lady . We visited her often when we visited mycousin @ Touchmark .
Hugs to all of. You.
God bless, Bev. &Don Opitz