Gusaas, Rose Margaret (Small)
April 7th, 1916 – March 12th, 2015

We are sad to announce the passing of Mrs. Rose Gusaas on Thursday, March 12th, 2015.  Rose is survived by her son, Larry and many loved nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by her husband, Harley in 1998; parents, Harry and Ethel Small; brothers: Arthur, Fred, and Harry; twin sister, Dorothy Wuschke and sister, Gertrude at age 9; sisters-in-law, Marion and Marjorie Small; brothers-in-law, Dave McLaren and Otto Wuschke.  Rose was born April 7th 1916 on the family farm 1 mile west of Mortlach, SK.  She received her education in Mortlach until Grade 12, and then went to Moose Jaw with her twin sister Dorothy to attend Normal School.  She then taught school at Broadview School northeast of Parkbeg.  Rose and Harley were married on June 23rd, 1941 at St. John’s Anglican Church in Moose Jaw.  They lived on the Gusaas farm till 1977, when they retired to Moose Jaw.  While growing up Rose was a Girl Guide and joined the Junior Women’s Auxiliary at the age of 6, and continued on in several capacities, last ones being President of Diocesan ACW Diocese of Qu’Appelle, Treasurer Moose Jaw Deanery ACW and President of St. Barnabes ACW.  Rose was also involved in Boy Scouts along with husband Harley.  She was awarded the Medal of Good Service for her work as National Training level 3 in 1982.  Rose loved to cook and many of us have fond memories of her meals and her wonderful cookies.  She also loved to crochet and gave many items to her friends and extended family.  In later years her eye sight deteriorated and after breaking her hip she went to live at Extendicare in 2013.  We wish to thank Extendicare for the loving and compassionate care they gave to her.  Those wishing may meet at Rosedale Cemetery, 1804 Caribou St W (corner of Thatcher & Caribou St.) at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7th, 2015 for the interment of cremains.  Donations in Rose’s memory may be made to a charity of one’s choice.  Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane.  James Murdock, Funeral Director 306-693-4550