On July 26, 2020 we lost a wonderful mother and friend, Rosie Kroll, age 90. She was born in 1930 in Andes MT to Harry and Elizabeth Friberg. Rosie has 3 siblings, Marjory, Johnny, and Harry. She attended schools in New Deal, Glasgow and graduated from Cascade.
Rosie married John Kroll on June 15, 1949 in Helena. They called Helena and Ulm MT home.
She worked various jobs and retired from Rocky Mountain Development Council and volunteered at different program through-out the years.
Rosie loved playing the piano, accordion and various other instruments.
She left behind four children, daughter Beth Lindsay, son Martin (Audrey) Kroll, son Ernie Kroll, and daughter Kathy (Ron) Stacey. And grandkids, Anette (Lloyd) Brewer, Joann (Steve) Wiggins, Janetta (Mike) Wiggins, Steven (Rhiannon) Lindsay, Dillon Kroll, Cheyenne Kroll, Tina (Seth) Hanley, Jennifer (Jason) Miller, Jeff (Anna) Stacey, Jessica Stacey and brother in law, Bobby Hicks. Rosie has 14 great-grand kids and 5 and ½ half great-great grandkids and many nieces and nephews.
She will be remembered by those who knew her or whoever was lucky enough to cross her path as someone who would help you anyway possible, give advice when asked or teach you things you would need later in life. She was the type of mother who if you gave her a big cardboard box, she would find a way to make it into a home. She was not only very smart but had a memory that was amazing. She will be missed by so many people for years to come especially her family who loved her and admired her for who she was.
Rosie was preceded in death by her mom and dad, her husband, her sister and brothers, and son-law Steven Lindsay.
Keep all the memories of her and use them in your life.
A reception is planned for family and friends for some time next year. Please visit below to offer the family a condolence or share a memory of Rosie.
WE LOVE YOU MOM!
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Services are pending at this time or no services will be held. If available, please see obituary for more information.
Service Schedule
Services are pending at this time or no services will be held. If available, please see obituary for more information.
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Mary says
My heartfelt condolences for your loss. Please find comfort in the knowledge that God promises to end all suffering. Before long, God will wipe out every tear from our eyes, and “death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things (will) have passed away.”(Rev. 21:3,4). May this promise from God give you comfort now and a real hope for the future. My deepest sympathy.
Rod Applegate says
Beth, An and Family. I am sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that I am thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. May the wonderful memories of your mother and grandmother bring you joy and comfort.
Susan Berg (Belgarde) says
So many memories of my childhood revolve around Rosie and the Kroll family. My sincere sympathies for the loss of your mother.
Kristina Blomquist says
Our prayers for peace and beautiful memories are with you and your family.
Kelly Schroeder Rhimer says
To the Kroll Family,
So sorry to hear about your Mother’s passing.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lois Simpson says
Beth,
So sorry to hear about your loss. My condolences to you and your family.
LINDA HILTABRAND says
So many memories to cherish. Rosie always had a big smile and an even bigger heart. Her love for animals was astounding. She taught me so many things that I have used throughout my life. I frequently use her pie-dough recipe and I learned to can fruits and vegetables with her. I will always remember the incredible music she played — mostly by ear.
My prayers for the family, may the memories of Rosie help you through your sorrow.
John king says
Sorry to hear of her passing prayers and thoughts going your way 😢
Sara says
I’m so grateful and honored that I got to know Rosie. We will miss her sweet voice and kind heart. Prayers for healing hearts for the family.
Diane Sharp says
My Thoughts and Prayers are with the family at this time. Our families grew up together in the same neighborhood. You will be missed.
Roy Moreno says
Ernie&Kathy so sorry for your loss my Sincere Condolences
Jody Friberg says
Dearest Beth, Kathy, Martin, and Earnie, words can’t really express how sad I am to learn of Aunt Rosie’s passing. I have so many fond memories of Rose growing up, there are too many to recount. The ones I think I’ll always remember most though are the times spent in her kitchen or living room enjoying Thanksgiving dinner, or of Rose asking dad to belt out another song on his guitar in the kitchen after he’d had a few. My word, where has the time gone. I’m sorry, and deeply regret not being there when she passed the way you were when dad died. Forgive me. Rose often asked me when I would be coming home, and I always answers “hopefully sooner than later.” I’m sorry I missed my chance to see her before she passed. I loved her and will always miss and think of her. The next time I’m in the states I’ll make it a point to stop by and pay my respects. For now please accept my deepest condolences, and be well in the years to come, which I know Aunt Rose would want all of you to live to the fullest.