Rosena (Rose or Nona) Winona Smith, a Helena resident died of natural causes at Rocky Mountain Rehabilitation Center on August 13, 2013. She was born July 19, 1924 in Choteau MT to Claud and Lillie Lewis. Rosena received her education in Helena and was a graduate of Helena High School class of 41. Rosena and James Smith were married in Coeur D’Alene, Idaho on November 10, 1940. In addition to being a mother, and domestic goddess, Rosena worked at Western Life, The State of Montana, and Capital Answering Service as an owner with her husband Jim.
She was a Campfire Leader, PTA secretary and later years was active in the Nile before moving to Arizona. There she belonged to the Methodist Church and various choirs. In Arizona she pursued her love of needle work, painting, gardening, rock hounding, jewelry design, and travel.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Smith, son Larry, brothers, Leonard, Charles, and Robert Lewis.
She is survived by her children Jacqueline (Dan) Johnson of MT City, Pauline Theurer of Littleton, CO, David (Alice) Smith of Rocky Mount, NC. Four grandchildren Christopher, Scott (Windy) Johnson, James Theurer, and Teresa (Sean) Crow. Eight great grandchildren, Courtney & Quinlyn Johnson, Brandon & Keeley Theurer, Kaden Crow, Carston, Toby & Kealton Johnson. In addition nephews Lee (Donna), Chuck and Robert Lewis, nieces Laura (Jim) Gray, Margie Hedberg, Debbie (Bill) Cunningham.
A graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 17, 2013 at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 7100 N. Montana Avenue. Memorials in Rosena’s name are suggested to the Transportation Fund C/O Algeria Shrine P.O. Box 1174 Helena, Montana 59624 Memorials in Rosena’s name are suggested to the Algerian Shrine (Transportation Fund) P.O. Box 1174 Helena, MT.
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
2:00 p.m.
Saturday August 17, 2013
Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery
7100 N. Montana Avenue
Helena, MT 59602
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
2:00 p.m.
Saturday August 17, 2013
Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery
7100 N. Montana Avenue
Helena, MT 59602
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DEBBIE MURGEL SCHRAMM says
I SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, YOUR MOTHER WAS A VERY SWEET AND FUN PERSON. I ENJOYED TAKING CARE OF HER AT COUNTRY LIFE. I ENJOYED LISTENING TO HER ABOUT HER LIFE AND FAMILY. SHE WILL BE LOOKING DOWN AT YOU ALL AND SMILING. SHE HAD A VERY GOOD HEART AND SHE WAS VERY MUCH LOVED. I WISH YOU ALL THE BEST AND SHE WILL ALWAYS BE IN YOUR HEART. KEEP YOUR CHINS UP AND REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES.
Rocky and Loretta Brown says
Rocky and I met Rose for the first time on Mothers Day this year, Jackie and Dan had told us many wonderful stories of Rose. It was great to meet her in person and really nice to share a Mothers Day dinner together. I took a beautiful picture of Rose and Jackie on that special day. . We are very sorry for your loss; a Mother, a Grandmother, and a Great Grandmother, she was truly loved by all.
Rocky and Loretta Brown
Shauna Longmire says
Jackie, Dan, Scott and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother, Mother-in-law and grandmother. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Shauna Longmire
jessica schaan says
I am very sorry for your loss. I feel very greatful for the years I got to know rose and take care of her at country life. She taught me so much and brought so much life to whom ever she was around. She was always there for anyone for anything and she will be missed greatly. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful person with us and I know she will always hold a spot in my heart.