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Rose Romeka Obituary
Rose and her brother Anthony were born in a suburb town outside of Detroit, to her late parents Rose and Don MacPherson. Rose grew up on Union Lake, where she enjoyed water skiing and swimming. In fact, she used swim across the entire lake and back quite frequently. She attended Walled Lake High, School and quickly found her passion for athletics.
Rose attended The University of Detroit, where she became the Captain of the Cheer Squad and, ultimately; met her husband Phil Romeka. After receiving her Masters in Business Administration, she moved to Long Beach California to pursue a career as an educator. Her husband, Phil Romeka, followed Rose to Southern California where they married in August 1964, and then settled down in Glendale for a few years prior to buying their home in Saugus in 1967, where she enjoyed living for 53 years. It was in this home that they raised both of their children, Don and Roseanne, who attended Saugus High School, Canyon High's cross town rival.
Rose joined Canyon High School's Administration Team, around 1969 and became one of the most Loyal Canyon Cowboys ever. She literally bled Cowboy green! She was a teacher, Dean of Students, and ended her Career as a Counselor. She had many friends, most stemming from her 33+ year career at Canyon High School. Her best friend and colleague when she was Dean of Students was Jacque Snyder. These two were so incredible at keeping the peace at Canyon High School; they were nicknamed "Cagney and Lacey."
Any and all friends and family are invited to the following events dedicated to the Great Life of Rose Marie Romeka.
Funeral Mass on March 10, 2020 from 11AM to 12 NOON at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church 23233 Lyons Ave. Santa Clarita, CA 91321 (661) 259-2276
Reception Celebrating the Life of Rose Marie Romeka to follow; 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM at The Oaks Club at Valencia 26550 Heritage View Ln. Valencia, CA 91381 (661) 288-1995
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Memories and Condolences
for Rose Romeka
Wendy Cade Devine
October 27, 2024
She made life so wonderful for me at school! She was a wonderful person and great friend even after I graduated!
Gail Sellheim
May 15, 2020
I was really sad to find out about Rose Romeka. I had the privilege of having her as my teacher for three business classes. They were shorthand, typing and bookkeeping. I got A's in all three of her classes and used these skills after graduation. I always said that if I had had her for all my classes, I would have been an A student. She spoke with authority (so I didn't daydream) as well as making the class fun and interesting. She was an excellent teacher who strived to have all her students do well.
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Jaimi I.
March 19, 2020
Saddened to hear this news. Mrs. Romeka was my counselor at Canyon High, and I can attest to her hard work and dedication to her students. My condolences go out to her family .
March 4, 2020
May the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead Psalms 119:76
March 4, 2020
Sorry for your loss, sending my deepest condolences, please take comfort in knowing that God cares personally for you and your family
March 4, 2020
Sorry for your loss, sending my deepest condolences, please take comfort in knowing that God cares personally for you and your family
March 4, 2020
I am sorry for your loss. I hope you can draw comfort knowing God promise to be with those who are broken hearted and crushed in spirit. May he provide you with the peace and comfort needed to endure this difficult moment.
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