Rosalind Catherine Gussenhoven Della Maggiora died surrounded by beloved family Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024. Born July 28, 1939, in Havre, Mont., she spent her childhood in Lewiston. She attended St. Joseph’s nursing school in San Francisco. While there, she met her husband of 66 years, Valdo Della Maggiora. They made their home, raising seven children, in San Jose, Calif.
A move back to her hometown of Lewiston gave her professional and personal opportunities. She finished her nursing degree, working later as an oncology nurse and as a health inspector for the state of California. She enjoyed being closer to her parents and siblings.
In retirement, Roz and Val traveled frequently to celebrate family events. They also made trips to Italy, Argentina and Thailand. In 2008, they renewed their marriage vows in Lewiston where they’d married 50 years before. Roz loved being a mom, Nonna, NonniNonni.
Besides family, Roz’s greatest joy was gardening. She created an Eden in San Jose, admired by all who passed by or visited. She was a lifelong Catholic whose faith never wavered. She loved a good political argument.
Roz is survived by her husband Valdo, her seven children; Maria (Dave) Ringold of Boise, David (Amy) Della Maggiora of San Jose, Michael (Kim) Della Maggiora of Clarkston, Dominic Della Maggiora of Los Altos, Calif., Anna (Kevin) Moore of Reno, Nev., Peter (Mary) Della Maggiora of Fremont, Neb., and Daniel (Emily) Della Maggiora of Portland, Ore.; 14 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; sister-in-law Kathy (Steve) Lawrence of Santa Rosa, Calif.; siblings, nieces, nephews and cousins. The family is deeply grateful for Christine Burger, whose love and support sustained us all during Mom’s final days.
Funeral services will be held Friday, Nov. 22, at St. Christopher’s Catholic Church, in San Jose.
