Rose Marie Berg (Sanders) age 97 of Bloomington passed away peacefully in the company of her beloved daughters, Patty and Karen, on December 17, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her husband and fishing guide, Sidney.

She is survived by 3 children, 6 grandchildren, 10 (soon to be 11) great grandchildren, and many other dear relatives and friends.

Rose was a feisty mother bear, sticking up for her children and grandchildren against all comers. When not in defensive mode, she was generous beyond measure, a great cook, and an exceptional polka dance-instructor.

We will meet again, Mom/Grammy Rose. Beyond pain, beyond sadness, beyond all the cares of this world, we will meet again! Please save a place on your dance card for each of us.

A poem written by Rose’s beloved son Dick (and favorite dancing partner) says it all:

Snuggled up close

a chair for one

Snuggled up close

Mother and Son

Held so close

not just the chair

Held so close

by love they share

Times so special

are quickly past

The moment’s gone

but feelings last

The Son grows

and soon moves on

The Mother stays

not really gone

Snuggled up close

and always there

Snuggled up close

without the chair

A memorial will be held Friday January 3, 2025, 11:00am at:

Masonic Home

Dan Patch Hall

11411 Masonic Home Drive

Bloomington, MN 55437