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320 West Pioneer Avenue

Puyallup, Washington

Diane Roeser Obituary

Diane Lawrene (Morse) Roeser Diane Lawrene (Morse) Roeser, 63, loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away unexpectedly Jan. 22, 2006 at home. She was born Sept. 9, 1942 in Tacoma and was a 1960 graduate of Lincoln High School. Diane was a member of the Tacoma Model T Club, Model T International Club, GEAA Club and was the owner of the Marlowe Food Concession at the Puyallup Fair for 29 years. She enjoyed collecting antiques, especially vacuums and mop tins. She was in charge of arranging for hosts and sponsors for the WIAA High School State basketball tournaments. She was also the main caterer for the Model T Club events. Diane is survived by her husband of almost 45 years, Marlowe Roeser, son Russ (Bonnie) Roeser, daughter Judi (Wade) Moore, sister Shirley (Don) Taylor, 7 grandchildren: Wade Moore, Jr., John (Colleen) Moore, Justin Moore, Jared Moore, Kelsie Roeser, Nicholas Marlowe Roeser and Travis Revell. Viewing is Thurs. Noon to 8pm and funeral service is Friday, Jan. 27, 2006, 1:00 PM at Powers Funeral Home, 320 W. Pioneer, Puyallup, WA. Private family interment will follow. The family suggests memorials to your favorite charity.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Jan. 25, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Diane Roeser

42 Entries

Haley Wolcott

February 5, 2006

Dear Marlow, Judy, and family

I am so sorry for your loss. Diane was an incrediable lady and made working at the Fair so enjoyable! She will always be remembered in my heart and I will be keeping your family in my prayers. The poet Jenn Farrell said "Death is a part of life, and memories a part of living." God Bless.

Fran Greenleaf

February 2, 2006

Dear Russ, Bonnie & family,

My thoughts are with you at this very sad time.

Boo

January 29, 2006

When I first came here in 1984 I really wasnt sure what I was doing.Life was going very fast for me getting married and starting a new life out here in Washington. And coming from the east coast I really felt out of place here. But one day I met Russ and he opened up his family to us, I remember your mom when you guy's invited me to play poker. I never played and soon lost intrest in the game but your Mom made me feel welcomed. I will miss her gift for gab. But I know she left that with all of you. Life is like a garden and only the best flowers get picked.

Lynn Ross

January 29, 2006

Russ and family

Our hearts go out to you in this time of sadness. I didn't know your mother, but you are always on my mind since the Meridian Cafe days. You were someone special to Larry and I. God Bless. Lynn (Lil Bit).

Bill Riley

January 28, 2006

Marlowe and Family, I was so sorry to hear about Diane.She was such an inspiration and joy to be around at the WIAA BB Tounament and a True ambassador to local Basketball. God Bless you and all the kids and family..

Marylou Hansen

January 28, 2006

Marlowe, Russ, Judy and family,

My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Take care, Marylou

David Steves

January 27, 2006

Russ, Judy and Mr. Roeser,

My folks let me know about this sad news and I wanted you to know how sorry I am about what you must be going through. I remember Mrs. Roeser as being such a great mom to Russ and Judy. And when you were a friend of Russ's, she was just like a mom to you, too. I am sure that I'm just one of many, many people with fond memories of Mrs. Roeser as big-hearted person who was always smiling, and who always made you feel special.

Chuck and Cheryl Pruett

January 27, 2006

Marlowe. I am so sorry for your loss. I can not imagine what you and your family are going through. I hope you and your family can share all your memories and keep her close in your hearts. Take care of yourself and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you

Cherie Casey

January 27, 2006

Marlowe and Famliy,

I was so saddended to hear from Doug about Diane. She was a genuine and great lady. I am thankful for having the opportunity to have known her and you as well. You have not lost her, she will always be there with you.

Cherie Casey

Lanny & Larrie Pretzer

January 27, 2006

Diane was someone that had touched our lives and made it better just by being in our world. I used to give her a hug and also a hard time because she tried to put forth this tough exterior that I saw through. At times she made me laugh because she actually had some people afraid of her when I knew she was really this kind and sweet woman with a heart of gold. And what topped it off was...she knew I knew and swore me to keep her secret even though anyone that knew her soon found out for themselves. I'm going to miss her...and I hope the cloud of her passing doesn't linger very long, she wouldn't want it to.

Char & Don Berger (Sales)

January 27, 2006

Dear Marlowe, Russ & Family,

We are so sorry to hear of Diane's sudden passing. You have been such good "Fair Family" friends for many years and Diane will be missed by so many of us. Take care and know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time.

Doug, Diane, Mar, Bob, Cec & Gary, 8-04

January 27, 2006

LHS '58 Classmembers, 8-03

January 27, 2006

State High School Basketball Tourney, 3-04

January 27, 2006

Tom Koecke

January 27, 2006

Dear Marlowe,

When I saw you and Diane at the ballgame last summer, I wish I had told her how much I respect and love her for what she does for other people. I was so looking forward to my arrival hug at the host luncheon. My sponsorship this year will be dedicated to her memory.

I wish I could be at her service. I'd give you a big hug, and tell you how sorry I am that you lost your best friend. It's hard for me to imagine her not being with you. My heart aches for you about that.

I'll see you at the tourney luncheon, if not before.

I respect and love you for what you do for others.

Love,

Tom

Jesse Bellamy

January 27, 2006

Dear Marlowe and family,

I'm so very sorry to hear about the loss of your wife. I pray that God will in time relieve the pain and see you and your family thru the hurting.

God Bless,

Jesse Bellamy

Eddie Lovell

January 26, 2006

Marlowe,

I was shocked and saddened by the news about Diane. We can take some comfort in knowing she is in a better place. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Diane's presence will be greatly missed.

May God bless you and bring you comfort.

Eddie Lovell

Dean Haner

January 26, 2006

Marlowe,

Diane is going to be missed by the many friends the two of you were involved with from the Lincoln High Reunion, State High School Basketball Tournaments, Nifty-Fifty luncheons and the Puyallup Fair.

We personally are going to miss the conversation and laughs we had with Diane when we would run into her at Costco and of course the joking about it later.

When the "Rat Pack" last saw Bill Rose he asked us to pass on his condolences and let you know he was thinking of you.

Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time and we extend our deepest smypathies to you and your family.

Dean and Sharon Haner

Sheila Sales Yager

January 26, 2006

Marlowe, Russ and family,

I will be remembering our fair days together. So sorry for you and the family. Sheila Sales Yager

Bill & Lynne Goodman

January 26, 2006

Marlowe, we really enjoyed getting together with you and Diane for the reunion committee and various other events. Diane will be greatly missed and always remembered.

greg and sandy phillips

January 26, 2006

Dear Marlowe,

We were very sad to hear of Diane's passing. She was such a great lady and servant to others. We enjoyed many great years at the state b-ball tournament with her. She always took care of all of us and put others before herself. She will be remembered fondly. We are praying for comfort for you!

Love,

Greg, Sandy, and Kids

Dave Kerrone

January 26, 2006

Marlowe,

I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your beautiful wife. I can't imagine what you are going through. I'm not very good at this kind of thing, but you're in my thoughts and prayers. I know you will be strong enough to get through this.

Uniland Investment

January 26, 2006

Dear Marlowe and Family,

Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Rick Brunaugh

Don Linkem

Mark Leppell

Jeff Taylor

Dick Crowe

Jerry Williams

January 26, 2006

Marlowe...I`m saddened by the news and my heart aches for you and your family...remember the good times forever.

Elaine Galando (Gai)

January 26, 2006

Dear Marlowe and Family, we are so very sad to hear of Diane's passing. You and your family are in our hearts and prayers. I know Diane and Dad are smiling down on us.

The Gai Family

Bob Walling

January 26, 2006

Marlowe & Family,

I wish to express my condolences to you and your family at this time of sadness. I know that Diane's passing will be a great loss to you. Whenever someone you love is gone, there is always an empty spot in our lives. Those of us who knew Diane could tell that she loved you very much. You and Diane have acquired many, many friends throughout your lifetime and I know you are surrounded with your friends and family that can comfort you during this time. Marlowe, all of us are keeping good thoughts for you.

Ed and Roni Lovell

January 26, 2006

Marlowe, Judy, Russ and Family,

Diane was a lovely person and fun to be around. We have had so many good times over the years and we will miss her. She is gone but not forgotten; and will live on in the hearts of all of us who loved her. Keep looking up.

Love and God Bless,

Kim Matz

January 26, 2006

Dear Marlowe and Family,

I am greatly saddened to hear of Diane's passing. I love working at the Fair, and Diane was such a big part of my enjoyment. She treated me as one of her own...and I loved her laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

John Hanson

January 26, 2006

Marlowe, my heart goes out to you in this difficult time. Every time I saw Diane, she was doing what seemed to come so naturally to her. She was serving people and doing so in a way that made them feel good about themselves. She made people smile, and everyone who had the privilege of seeing the two of your work together could see the devotion that you had to each other. May God bless you and give you a peace during this time that surpasses understanding.

James gosteli

January 26, 2006

Dear Marlow and family

Our prayers and love go out to you at the passing of Diane. She will be missed by all who knew her.She will not be forgotten.

Ken and Christine Eriksen

January 26, 2006

Dear Marlowe, Judy and Russ, and family,

May God enrich you and bless you during this time. Diane, "my other mom", was such a joy and a blessing, just as all of you are.

Your love and support means very much to our family, we pray we can reciprocate.

In Jesus name,

Ken, Christine and Joseph

Teresa Lovell

January 25, 2006

Marlowe and family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family and will see you at the service. God Bless.

Annie (Belvin) Hamilton

January 25, 2006

Marlowe, we were shocked and saddened to hear about Diane - she was really a wonderful person and i remember her as being very kind and loving with a tremendous sense of humor - her laugh alone was a crack up. We are so sorry for your loss and have you in our prayers and for Russ & Judy too. with love and regards to a great guy,

Annie & family (husband Rick and children, Sydney and Eddie and mother, Jeanne)

Dan, Jim, & Andrea Arnone & Family

January 25, 2006

Marlowe & Family:

We had fun times over the years and some good laughs working the fair together, especially in the late nights around the table. We will always remember Diane's infectious smile. Our prayers are with all of you.

Larrie Pretzer

January 25, 2006

Marlowe & Family

Marlowe we are so sad with the passing of Diane. Diane has touched the hearts of many. What a grand lady she was, and I am so proud to have known her. Marlowe, Rust, Judy, please if you need anything, we are here for you, as Diane would have been for us..

Josie Kelley

January 25, 2006

Dear Marlowe,

I am so sorry to hear about Diane's untimely death. When Ken told me I cried. I've known both of you just a short time and felt you were my close friends. I still can see both of you sitting at the GAI's reunion breakfast a short time ago. Both of you were so lively and energetic. This is how I will remember Diane.

Ken and I will keep you and your family in our prayers. I will not be able to attend the services but Ken will be there.

God Bless and peace to you,

Josie Kelley and Ken Stortini

Douglas McClary

January 25, 2006

Marlowe & Family,

You have many friends and we are all going to miss Diane immensely. We feel your pain and we are here for you.

Donna & Al Lima

January 25, 2006

Marlowe & Family: It is with great sadness that we learned of Diane's passing so suddenly. Marlowe, Donna and I did not get to know Diane as well as we would have liked. However; from what we were able to observed Diane brought out the best in you Marlowe. We can only feel that she did the same to her children and grandchildren. God will truly bless her. Marlowe, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless and take care.

Jody Nelson

January 25, 2006

Marlowe and Family,

I am so sorry to hear about Diane. I am in Arizona for the winter and will not be able to attend her service, but you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of yourself.

Linda Ritthaler

January 25, 2006

Marlowe & family,

We are shocked and sorrowed to hear of Diane's passing so suddenly. She was so vivacious and energetic with her work at the fair, we would have never guessed this to happen. I especially remember her kindness to Gary in the wheelchair. She took time from her very busy day to feed him breakfast, bite by bite. (I read your registers at the fair for several years and Dick was a police officer there). God bless her soul and may God give you all peace! We will be praying for you! Dick and Linda

Jon &Jo Irwin

January 25, 2006

Dear Marlowe,

Our prayers and love are with you now and for all the days ahead. Thank you for sharing your beloved Diane with us these past 8 1/2 years, as your neighbors, friends. Diane will be deeply missed by our entire family. We love you and will pray for you daily. Love your friends, The Irwins, Jon, Jo, Danielle and Randy

George Schimer

January 25, 2006

I knew Diane for many years at the fairgrounds. I will miss her very much.

George from Piece County Security

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