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Mary Roos Obituary
Louisville - Mary Elizabeth Roos, 27, died Sept. 3, 2021, taken from us far, far before her time. Left behind to grieve and wonder why are her priceless daughter Layla, her parents, sister, nieces, aunts, uncles and more cousins than Abraham saw stars in the sky.
Born Feb. 7, 1994, and immediately adopted, Mary was known for her idiosyncratic personality, which spawned the shrugging family expression, "Mary is Mary." She competed in basketball, volleyball, tennis and swimming in her grade school years, but her greatest joy came from horses, which she rode, bathed, groomed, talked to and even kept tabs on when they had moved on in the equine world. She attended Norton Elementary School, Mother of Good Counsel Middle School and Mercy Academy before graduating from Jefferson County High School. She was baptized and confirmed at Mother of Good Counsel Parish (now St. Bernadette).
In addition to Layla, Mary is survived by her parents, David and Kathleen Roos; sister Emily Ragan (Joshua) of Bowling Green; nieces Isabella and Madelyn Ragan; and the aforementioned throng of aunts, uncles and cousins in a sprawling yet close-knit family. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Eugene and Joyce Roos and J. William and Marie Burke.
A funeral Mass is scheduled for 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 17, at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, with visitation at 10 a.m. Mary will find eternal rest at Louisville Memorial Gardens East, where her parents will someday be blessed to rejoin her. Memorial contributions may be made to Second Stride Inc., 7204 Hwy 329, Crestwood, Ky. 40014.
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Hillary Burkhart
September 16, 2021
I couldn´t believe the news when I heard. Mary was my first friend I ever made in Louisville after moving here as a teenager. I have wonderful memories of us spending entire days at the barn and getting ice cream after. I´ll always remember what a loyal and loving friend she was to me for several years. My deepest condolences to her family, she will be so so missed.
Jeff Watkins
September 16, 2021
I'm so sorry for your loss.
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Rich Duffy
September 16, 2021
Dave, so very sorry to hear the sad news about Mary.
Wishing you and your family the best in coping with your unbearable loss.
Janet & Bruce Nall
September 15, 2021
Kathy & Dave,
We were so sorry to hear of Mary´s passing. She will ALWAYS have a special place in my heart. Love and prayers to you and your family.
Mary Margret Spann
September 14, 2021
Kathy, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear Mary. Your heartache is unimaginable. I pray time brings you the peace to be able to smile as you remember her.
Jim Wilkinson
September 14, 2021
Dave and family,
My sincerest sympathy to you in this tragic loss. Your precious daughter's faith puts her in a much better place now than this messed-up world, and that's the biggest comfort we can have in such a time. Plus the knowledge that she rests in the arms of Jesus, and you will see her again. My prayers will be with you all in the coming days. Many blessings and comforts in Him. Jim W.
Jenna Orlandi
September 13, 2021
To the Roos' family,
Mary's kind heart and sweet spirit will be missed. I enjoyed going to school with Mary at Mercy. I pray for peace and comfort for you and Layla during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Jenna Orlandi
Lonnie fell
September 13, 2021
Kathy
Sending you and your family lots of sympathy and prayers during this difficult time. May God give u strength and peace in the days ahead. Love Lonnie
Amy Lowen
September 13, 2021
Dear Kathy, sending hugs and condolences for your loss.
Jim and Rose Marie Fishback
September 13, 2021
Kathy and David,
We are sending heartfelt prayers to you and your family for your great loss. May God comfort you and bring you peace...
Holly Cruickshank and Kimberly Knox (Countrybrook apts)
September 13, 2021
We are deeply saddened to hear of her passing. Our hearts go out to the family. We will continue praying for the family to receive the answers you need.
Pam Goodwin
September 13, 2021
Kathy, David and family, May you all be comforted by family ,friends and the God who loves us. I am so sad for your loss. Keep the good memories in your heart. Peace of the Lord be with you.
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