BORN
1941
DIED
2024
Rose Egger Obituary
Rose Egger, a beloved member of the Ellis and Hays communities, passed away on June 24, 2024, at HaysMed in Hays. She was born on August 21, 1941, in Ellis, Kansas, to Alois and Evelyn, (Schmeidler) Rupp, where she grew up and cultivated lifelong connections and friendships.
Rose married James O’Rourke on October 17, 1959. They had two sons, Kevin and Sean. After James’s passing, she later met and married Douglas Egger on November 29, 1997. Her blended family was a source of happines for her as it allowed her to embrace the roles of grandmother and great grandmother. She derived joy from supporting her grandchildren and great grandchildren in all their activities.
She had an infectious laugh and found joy in celebrating birthdays with her chocolate sheet cakes, her time at home with family, and her weekly trips to the beauty shop.
Rose had a passion for gardening and flowers and appreciation for the outdoors and was blessed with the best neighbors.
Rose was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands: James O'Rourke and Douglas Egger, siblings: Helen Richardson, Alois Rupp, Norman Rupp, Anton Rupp, John J. Rupp, and sons: Sean and Kevin.
She is survived by stepdaughters; Renee Rupp (Dave) of Hays, Kansas, Raimy Hester (Keith) of Hutchinson, Kansas; brothers Clarence Rupp of Ellis, Kansas, James Rupp (Henrietta) of Denver, Colorado; five grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren, along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, July 1, 2024, at 10:00 AM at St. Mary's Catholic Church - Ellis. Inurnment will follow the services in the church cemetery. Memorial visitation will be Sunday, June 30, 2024, from 6 PM to 8 PM with a combined rosary and parish vigil service at 7 PM at the church.
Memorials are suggested to St. Mary’s School in Ellis, and the ARC of Central Plains. Please make checks payable to the organization of your choice.
Memories and words of comfort may be shared on Rose's tribute page at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.
Services are in care of Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory-Keithley Funeral Chapel, 400 East 17th Street Ellis, KS 67637.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
400 E. 17th St., Ellis, KS 67637
People and places connected with Rose
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for Rose Egger
Make a Donation
in Rose Egger's name
How to support Rose's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Rose Egger's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
