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Rosanne Armijo Obituary
Our dear, sweet mother, gramma, and great gramma, Rosanne Lyles Armijo, 85, went to be with her loving Lord on March 12, 2013. She will be dearly missed by her daughter Candice (Neal) and sons Mark (Kellie), Gene and Rob; ten grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; two surviving sisters, Carmen and Alice; and countless friends and other family. Born in Ysleta, TX in 1927 and raised in the Los Angeles area, our mother was the beacon in our lives. Our mother has left us with great sadness but also with the joy of knowing she is reunited with our youngest brother, Duane, as well as with the rest of her family that preceded her into the Lord's realm. Our mother moved to Glendale in 1959 and achieved much for her beloved city. She was very active in the past with the Glendale elementary school board, the city council and was a very proud member of the American Business Women's Association (ABWA). She became involved in ABWA after opening her own business (Duo-Type Services), a journalism-related company located in downtown Glendale. She led a very active life with far too many achievements to list and also was devout to the church that she so much loved. In her later years she was very involved with activities at her residence, Manistee Manor, and also led many committees. Mom, we miss you and love you very much and will think of you every day. We know that you are so happy to be back with our little brother Duanie, once again. With all our love and dearest memories -- Mark, Gene, Candice and Rob. Our mother was very compassionate and giving. And, so, it is no surprise that it was her request her final act of giving be to donate her body to science for research into Osteogenesis Imperfecta. In lieu of flowers, it also was her wish that donations be sent to the Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation. A celebration of our mother's life will be held at a later date.
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Sponsored by Susan and Julie Lamphiear.
Julie Lamphiear
March 9, 2019
I cant believe that it has been six years since we lost Rosanne. I miss her warm smile and wise words. I always felt that I had an anchor with Rosanne in the world. Much love and prayers to her family and friends. Julie Lamphiear
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Rita Fafard
April 4, 2013
What can I say in tribute to my dearest friend of so many years? There are so many memories of times shared, both in each others' company, or on the phone, or the written word. Rosanne and I met in Glendate in July 1959 as neighbors whose backyards connected at corners. She was warm and friendly immediately as she invited me to her home for coffee. That was the beginning of a friendship that knew no boundaries and no end. The miles that have separated AZ and PA never separated our love for one another. We have always been "in touch" and that will forever continue. Her physical presence has been taken from us but all that she was will remain always.
Kathy Benge Look
March 27, 2013
I met Mrs. Armijo when I was a small child. Her family lived 2 houses away. Her daughter Candice was my best friend if my brothers, sister and I weren't over at the Armijo's house playing then they were at ours. I remember the time that Candy and I wanted to do our nails. We wanted some cuticle remover and Mrs. Armijo told us we didn't need it because it doesn't remove anything. She always made us welcome in their home. I also remember when their family got a color TV before ours did and we would go over every Wednesday and Thursday evening to watch Batman and Gilligan's Island in color. Even though I haven't seen her in several years she always knew who I was whenever I dropped by.
I would like the opportunity to attend her celebration of life when the family has it scheduled if possible.
March 22, 2013
Mom you are so truly missed. I remember when you told me that as a small child when I saw my first person of color that I when told him that he needed to take a bath, how you apologized to him. I remember you at my Little League games sitting in the stands cheering for me(for there was little to cheer for, but you knew how I loved the game). I remember how when I used to get in trouble as a teenager and you you used to have to come and pick me up and you used to say "Gene I am so disppointed in you" but then by conversing with me you would take my guilt and shame away. You taught me how to do my little part to be involved with politics and care for people not as fortunate as myself.I remember how you took us children under your arms when you had to and how you cared for and protected us. You were such a sweet and caring person. In your later years always with flowers in your hair,or how you looked so cute in that pink Diamondbacks hat that I got for you.You were the best Mother that I could have ever wished for.Rest in peace Mom. I will always love and think of you with such fondness and will be with you again some day. Your Son #2 Gene.
Tom O'Keefe
March 21, 2013
Rose is a rose as a rose is a rose...
A New Rose has bloomed in Heaven!
Thorn-less, beautiful, and forever blooming...
Peace to you and yours...
Sweet Rosanne 11/17/2012
Julie Lamphiear
March 19, 2013
March 19, 2013
Rosanne, I will miss you forever. You raised some wonderful children,and made a difference wherever you were. I enjoyed your creative spirit, and we had a lot of laughs together. You will be remembered with love. Bets Doss
March 18, 2013
Oh Mark and Kellie,
We are so sorry you've lost your Mom. I read a quip writen by an anonymous person that said, "The death of a Mother is the first sorrow wept without her". May you feel God's continual presence as you and your family go through this sorrow.
We love you so much!
Beverly & John Gordon
March 16, 2013
Although we didn't get to see Grandma Rosanne very often, she was always in our hearts. She will be forever missed.
Love, Crispen Armijo and family
Darren Armijo
March 16, 2013
I have happy memories of Gramma Rosanne and Uncle Duane coming to my high school graduation. We had a lot of fun! I am glad she was my Grandmother. Love, Darren Armijo
March 16, 2013
Dear Mom,
I wish with all my heart I could sit with you and have one final talk, one final chance to tell you how much I love you and how much you've inspired me to be a better person. I want to tell you that although my memory is no longer sharp, I still remember the time when I was maybe 12 or 13 and you gave a $2 tip to the gas station attendant when you probably didn't have more than $5 in your purse. I remember because it taught me to always be willing to lend a helping hand, no matter how desperate the times. I want to tell you about the time when I was 15 and you found some writing in my pants pocket, the kind of naughty writing that a teenager shouldn't have at that age. You left me a note in the same pocket telling me how disappointed you were to find it. I want to tell you that when I read what you wrote, I cried because I had hurt you and disappointed you. I don't think I ever told you that. But I wish I could you now. I wish I could tell you how much you taught me to be a better person that day. I wish I could tell you that I am so proud of you and what you accomplished in your life. You were so respected and admired by so many people and that always made me feel so proud to your son, your "Son No. 1" as you always liked to say when you introduced me to your friends. If I could mom, I'd tell you all those things and so much more right now. And, then, I would hug you and promise never to let you go.
Love from your oldest son,
Mark
Kellie Armijo
March 16, 2013
I am so proud to have Rosanne as my mother-in-law and miss her terribly. She was so kind, loving, and funny. We laughed so many times over the years and I will carry those memories with me always.
Jacki Romey
March 16, 2013
When I was a brand new journalism teacher at Glendale High School in the 1980s, Roseanne helped me survive! That was before computers and desktop publishing and Duo-Type was my typesetter. Seems like I spent most of my life there trying to figure out everything to do! She was always patient and smiling when I came in. We shared our lives and found out we both had sons with a bone disease. My son was young at the time and she gave me hope that he could have a normal life. So sorry for your loss. I know she will be missed by all her family and friends.
Manuel Ruiz
March 16, 2013
Aunt Roseanne, I will truely miss are times we spent together. You will always be in my heart. I love Aunt.
Manuel Wayne
Julie Lamphiear
March 15, 2013
Thoughts and prayers are with your entire family at this difficult time. Rosanne was a very special woman who brought joy to everyone she encountered. She was a very wise woman with a deep faith. I loved her and will miss her. Many blessings,
March 15, 2013
My heart was saddened to hear of Rosanne's passing. She loved you all and was so proud of you. She will truly be missed. In all her correspondence to us thru the years she would always give God the praise for what He was doing in her life. I look forward to seeing her again.
Annette Cruse
Anthony Armijo
March 15, 2013
Grandma, you are always in our thoughts and prayers! We will always remember your wonderful smile and the great memories we shared. Love always, Anthony, Elizabeth, Christian and Dominic.
Erin Armijo-Bostrom
March 15, 2013
Rest in peace my beautiful grandma Rosanne. I miss and love you very much, and can't wait for the day I see you again. You will always be an inspiration in my life. You have been the best grandma and great grandma, and we will always treasure our memories of you. We love you always!
March 15, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
w petties
March 15, 2013
Dear Armijo family, I am sorry for the loss of your dear loved one. Soon Jesus will abolish death forever (1 Cor. 15:26). Until then, may the God of comfort be with you in your time of need. Although you don't know me I was moved to share a comforting scripture that may help you through this rough time.
Martha Bruneau
March 15, 2013
So sad to hear of your mother's passing. Thanks to Susan I was able to know her in her later years. She enjoyed life like nobody I've ever met and was such fun to be with. I hope yoursadnes soon pales with your fond memories of your mother.
steven finkelstein
March 15, 2013
I am so sorry to hear that Rosanne passed away. She was a very sweet woman who was patient and very nurturing. I first met her putting together a running club newspaper. She was always helpful and any praise that I got for the paper was because of Rosanne. I am so sorry for your loss. Sincerely ... steven
Susan Lamphiear
March 15, 2013
Rosanne loved Billy Joel, Andrea Bocelli, and Vikki Carr. Old movies, new movies and baseball. Over the years, I often found comfort knowing she possessed such a strong faith in God. Growing up near Hollywood, she used to tell me people would kill to have her Rolodex. She wrote lovely children's stories and thoughtful commentaries. A critical thinker, she was a top-notch editor and just this year edited some of my blogs. We shared a lot of laughs over the years in between life's tears. The last few months we became iPad buddies, too, and I was her tech support. She quickly learned to speak the foreign language of iPad and Internet. What fun. Over the years she was my mentor, my loyal fan, and my dear friend. I'll miss her in so many ways and feel blessed to have had Rosanne in my life.
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