Obituary of Maureen Ragosin
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Maureen Levone Ragosin was born November 12, 1943 at St. Mary's Hospital in Camrose. She peacefully passed away on December 5, 2016 also at St. Mary's Hospital at the age of 73 years. Maureen is survived by her husband David; children Wayne (Joanne) Rolston, Sharlene Annis, Aaron (Jean) Ragosin and Michele (Murray) MacArthur; grandchildren Mackenzie, Carter, Bennett, Paris, Paloma, Liam, Lochlain, Kyle, Devon, Randee and Dillon; sister-in-law Jessie Weiss; numerous nephews, nieces and cousins.
Maureen was predeceased by her father Herman Nelson; mother Henny Nelson; previous husband Bill Rolston; as well as, brothers Melvin, Lorne and Larry.
She spent her youth growing up on a farm between Kingman and Hay Lakes.
Maureen quit Dinant school at an early age and moved to Camrose working at the Bethany Nursing home. She also spent many years working as a retail clerk at many local stores including: Brody's Dept. store, the Betty Shop, Saan store, Pearson's Five to Dollar store and D&S Fashions until retirement in 1990.
In 1963, Maureen married Bill Rolston. Living in Camrose, they had two children: Wayne and Sharlene. In 1979 the Rolston family moved to an acreage near Armena up until Bill's sickness; whereby, they moved back to Camrose in 1986. Soon after, Bill passed away … losing his battle with cancer!
In 1990, Maureen married David Ragosin in Camrose. Dave's children, Michele and Aaron; as well as, Wayne and Sharlene were groomsmen and bridesmaids at the wedding!
Maureen enjoyed many activities including: gambling, dancing (especially the polka), bowling, snowmobiling, fishing, car rallies, travelling, playing cards, camping and socializing with family and friends! The coffee pot was always on! She also spent many years volunteering in the community. She participated in organizations like the Lioness club of Canada, Probus Club of Camrose and the Sons of Norway drill team.
Maureen was a fun loving person who enjoyed life to the fullest! She was always grateful to all family and friends that shared many good times and memories with her!
A Funeral Service was held on Saturday, December 10, 2016, at 10:30 a.m. from the Camrose United Church with Rev. Brian Hunter officiating. Interment has taken place in the Camrose Cemetery.
Memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to STARS (Edmonton Base) or to the St. Mary's Hospital Foundation.
A Memorial Tree was planted for Maureen
We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at Burgar Funeral Home Camrose Ltd.
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