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Rosita Platisha Obituary
June 26, 1928 - January 12, 2013
Rosita comfortably passed away in her home late Saturday evening, January 12, 2013 with her family by her side. She was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina where she lived as a young girl before moving to Montana and then to California where she met the love of her life, Emil Platisha who she was happily married to for over 62 years. She enjoyed an over 35 year career working as a nurse for Dr. Harrison McCandless until she retired some years ago. She was a long-time resident of the city of Torrance. She also enjoyed video poker, card games, and spending time with family and friends. She is survived by her sons, Randy (daughter-in-law, Virginia) and Brian (daughter-in-law, Yvonne); and her four grandchildren, Emily, Jacob, Rebecca and Faith. She was the eldest of her sisters, Norma Lyons, Janey Kittell and Jinny Blandford. Rosita lived a long, happy life and she will truly be missed. A Memorial Service will be held in her loving memory this Saturday, January 19th at 4 p.m. Halverson, Stone, & Myers Mortuary 1223 Cravens Ave. Torrance, 90501. Please sign the guest book at www.dailybreeze.com/obits.
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Memories and Condolences
for Rosita Platisha
roxanne arroues
February 16, 2013
I finally sat down to write something about Auntie Ro, and the tears just started flowing. Life has been so SAD lately, and so busy, I think it finally hit me that Auntie Ro is gone from us. In reading the other messages from friends, family and loved ones, it reminds me so much of why I loved her so much: because her love was always so unconditional. I've had my share of ups and downs in my life, and I never once remember Auntie Ro judging me - she always loved me for who I was no matter what. I remember her every time I make tacos (or drive by Taco Bell), and think of her when I see the chewy peach or raspberry candies she loved so much. She was such a wonderful auntie and sister (amd I know my Mom misses her very much). I will forever miss and love her, but I know she is pain free, safe and in Sharyne and Grandma's arms.
With Much Love Always,
Roxanne
Pam (Rush) Shane
February 10, 2013
I just heard of Rosie's passing and wanted to say that I also worked for the Doctor next door to Dr. Mac's back in the 70's. Because it was only 4 Physicians, we were a close group. I always enjoyed working with Rosie. She will never be forgotten!
James & Gail Hickey
January 23, 2013
"So sorry to hear of Rosita's passing...""She was such a dear family friend!""James & I named our daugther after her daugther....excepted we reversed Sharyne's name...and named our daugther...Platisha Sharyne...Rosita & Emil were so happy that we honored their daugther in that way.."May God Bless the Platisha family during this sad time."
Platisha Sharyne Ford
January 23, 2013
Rosita I love you so much! Thank you & Emil for every year of love & happiness you have sent to my life since the day I was born. I will lovingly always speak of you & Emil to my own baby when they are born this year. I really wanted you to meet them this autumn. God has gained another beautiful angel! We will miss you
Ralph Ramirez
January 21, 2013
Randy & Brian, I can't tell you how sorry I was to hear of your mother's passing. Rosita was such a sweet and kind lady and I will always remember her for that beautiful smile that she always displayed. I always admired her tireless energy- nothing ever seemed to slow her down. I think your mother's greatest legacy will be in the wonderful children she raised. She was so very proud of all of you. I will miss those peanut butter sandwiches your mom made. Rosita, was my mom away from home and always treated me like her own. I hope that you will find the inner strength to get you both through this sad and difficult time. You have my very deepest and sincere sympathy.
Ralph Ramirez
January 20, 2013
Dear Randy, Brian and family,
I worked with Rosie at Dr. Mac's office for a time. She was always bubbly and upbeat. She will surely be missed.
Rita (Crookston) Kopf
Holly Weigand
January 19, 2013
Dear Randy, Brian and families, I had the pleasure of working in a medical office adjacent to Dr. McCandless and came to know Rosie over the years as a dear and loving nurse and friend. I extend my deepest condolences go to you and yours at this difficult time. Please remember that as long as Rosie lives in your hearts, she will never really be gone. Holly Weigand (Lincoln City, Oregon)
January 17, 2013
Dear Randy, our deepest sympathies to you and the entire Plathisa family. Dee and Igor
January 17, 2013
I have known Rosie most of my life and, whether greeting me at Dr. McCandless' office as a little girl, or running into me at the grocery store with my own son in tow, Rosie always had the most wonderful smile and sparkle in her eyes. What a lovely woman she was and how luck I was to have known her. My heartfelt sympathy to the Platisha family.
Nikki Parras Sims
Melodie Contreras
January 17, 2013
Auntie,
i am at a loss for words
i love you and will miss you
i am thankful that i did get to spend some time with you recently when i was in California it was a special day
rest in peace <3
January 17, 2013
I have many fond memories of Rosita and Emil and our family camping trips, BBQ's, etc. I know that Kenneth and Jennifer and my mom Nora feel the same. With Love, Laura Krank
sheila and Fred Fruhling
January 17, 2013
Janey, it was so nice to talk with you however wish the circustances were different but like we said it was time for her to be with God and see all her loved ones who have waited to see her and are now celebrating with so many and I know playing poker!
My Rosie was my special friend and how blessed I was for that friendship and then to have worked with her for almost twenty years. She has given me beautiful memories as each one of you family members have and how Fred and I thank you.
Your memories must be so wonderful too and I know will sustain you through this difficult time. Fred and I hold each of you in our prayers now and always,
Big hugs are sent to you all,
Fred and Sheila
Yvonne Platisha
January 17, 2013
The Platisha family would like to thank you all for your comments & prayers for our family during this very difficult time. Your words truly mean more than you know. We appreciate you sharing as we reflect on wonderful memories of her...
January 17, 2013
Rosita was a special lady and good neighbor. My sincerest sympathy to Randy and family.
Mary Lou Cowles (Redding, CA)
January 17, 2013
Rosie was so special to me. My thoughts and prayers to all the family. With much love and wonderful memories, Kathy Daniels
January 17, 2013
Brian, Yvonne, Emily, Jacob and Faith: My deepest sympathy to you and the entire Platisha family. Know you are in my heart and prayers during this difficult time. May the Lord comfort you and hold you close to him in the coming days. Love you all, Tricia and Mike Davis
January 16, 2013
My Thoughts and Prayers are with you, Great times we've had I will never forget her. Love You all. Rosie Hill
Lisa Zain
January 16, 2013
My sweet Auntie Ro...I will miss you so, so much....thank you for giving me your love for so many years. Thank you for being a great big sister and bestest friend ever to my mom. Thank you for driving us (in your blue Bonneville) on our annual trips to Knotts Berry Farm and Disneyland. Thank you for giving us our shots and loving me how I am always. Thank you for taking me on that senior citizen bus ride to Las Vegas when I turned 21. Thank you for always having candy in a dish and for making me like Yahtzee. So many memories. I know you are with Sharyne, which lessens the pain of losing you. I love you and will never forget you.
Vincent & Domenica Platini
January 16, 2013
Dear Randy and Brian, please accept our deepest sympathies.
Mike & Carolyn Johnson
January 16, 2013
Randy, Brian and family,
Our hearts go out to you all at this time. Rosie's smile from the front porch will surely be missed. Our deepest sympathy.
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