ROSEANNE “ROSIE” MARIE (ROGNESS) WAGNER

ROSEANNE “ROSIE” MARIE (ROGNESS) WAGNER

     Roseanne “Rosie” Marie (Rogness) Wagner, 74, of Alma Center, WI, passed away surrounded by loved ones Feb. 12, 2024, in La Crosse, WI.

     Roseanne, known lovingly as “Rose” and “Rosie”, was born to Vernon and Wilva (Marshall) Rogness April 13, 1949. After graduating from Black River High School, Roseanne immediately enlisted in the Navy, where she proudly served her country for several years. She worked alongside her husband at the Nelson Muffler plant for 15 years until her retirement.

     In 1972, Roseanne married the love of her life, Robert Wagner, and the two soon started a beautiful family, welcoming their three children, Paulette, Jenell and Lee.

     Roseanne was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She cherished the time she spent with her family and loved taking walks with her husband, Robert, and her beloved dog, Bandit. Roseanne was also an avid card player and especially enjoyed a game of chipper with her family. When at home, she could often be found with one of her puzzle books (crosswords being her favorite), or watching Wheel of Fortune on television, unless a Packers, Brewers or Badgers game was on of course! Roseanne was a lifelong sports fan and never missed a game. On Friday nights, you could often find 

Roseanne and Robert at Castle Hill, enjoying the weekly fish fry. Above all else, Roseanne loved her family, and was happy spending time with them, no matter what the activity.

     She is survived by her mother, Wilva; her five siblings, Jan, Jo, Carla, Ron and Sheryl; her devoted, husband Robert of 51 years; children Paulette (Doug) Mickelson, Jenell (Frank) Lafler and Lee (Sarah) Wagner; grandchildren Scott, Ashley, Paige, Kristen, Adrianna and Donavan; 10 great-grandchildren; close family friend, Janel Wagner; and her loyal dog, Bandit.

     Roseanne is predeceased by her father, Vernon.

     A celebration of life was held Friday, Feb. 16, at the Torgerson Funeral Home in Black River Falls, WI. Visitation began at 3 p.m., followed by military honors and a funeral service following at 5 p.m. Father Peter Kiefer of the Alma Center Immaculate Conception Catholic Church officiated.         

     Roseanne will be greatly missed by her loving family and friends.