Rose Ann Gigandet

Rose Ann Gigandet, aged 63 of Ada, passed away suddenly in a car accident on Saturday, May 5, 2018. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 40 years, Dick; children, Amy Gigandet, Adam (Emma Witkovsky) Gigandet, Angela and Charlie Gage; grandchildren, Annabel, Jack, and Trevor Gage, Hunter Hilzey; mother, Phyllis Balzer; sisters and brothers, Jim (Kay) Balzer, Linda Frownfelter, Sharon (Phil) Mavis, Janet (Greg) Cook, David (Marie) Balzer; sister-in-law, Judy Hatfield, Pat (Bruce) Etterling; many nieces and nephews; extended family, Cheri Kahler, Linda Lawler, Kim Farley. She was preceded in death by her father, Richard Balzer. Rose Ann was a legal secretary at Amway for over 5 years. She loved to spend time at the lake at Oak Bluff with family, especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed arts and crafts, especially sewing and painting. One of her favorite places was Disney World. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of her life will be held 4:00 p.m. Friday at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4031 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming with Pastor Dennis Gilbert officiating. Relatives and friends may meet the family at the funeral home on Friday from 2-4:00 p.m.

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May 10, 2018

Amy, Angela, Adam, Hunter, Dick & all the family, I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Rose Ann was like my "other mother." I have so many fond memories of her and growing up down the street. My heart breaks for you all. You are in my thoughts constantly. Know that you are in my prayers. May God be beside you all through this terrible time. Love you!

- Michelle Johnson (Brucker)

May 10, 2018

Dick, Although it has been a while since I have seen you and Rose Ann, I do express my sincerest sympathies and you and your family are in my prayers to make it through this difficult and sad time of your lives. May God watch over all of you.

- Laura Carson

May 09, 2018

So very sorry for your loss. May God wrap His loving arms around you giving you comfort and peace. I was a co-worker of Rose Ann's at Amway prior to my retirement.

- Roselyn Becker

May 08, 2018

We are so sorry for your loss. I have the most wonderful memories of the Gigandet/Levans children playing in the backyard in Woodstock while Rose Ann and I chatted. Your family was a joy to us after moving to Woodstock. Our deepest sympathies to your family. Mike and Jane Levans

- Jane W Levans

May 08, 2018

Dick & Family, We are so sorry for your loss. I have good memories working with Rose Ann at Amway. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

- Patty & Curt Linscott, Ada, MI

May 08, 2018

May happy memories help you through this difficult time. I know she shared her love of doing crafts with her beautiful grandchildren who she adored. My thoughts are with the entire family. Crystal Lein

- Crystal Lein

May 08, 2018

Dear Gigandet family. Words cannot express how sorry I am over Ro's passing. She was a good friend and will be deeply missed. You will all be in my thoughts and in my prayers as you go through this difficult time.

- Mona Pawelka

May 07, 2018

Dick and family I am so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for all of you! Sending love ❤️

- Ruth Phillips

May 07, 2018

Dick we are so sorry to hear of Rose Ann's passing. I pray that God will help you and the kids through this awful time. Mike and Diane Brenke

- Diane Brenke

May 07, 2018

Uncle Dick, Amy, Adam & Angela & family: Words cannot express the sorrow we all feel about Aunt Rose Ann's death. We are so very sorry and cannot imagine the pain you all are going through right now. You are all in our prayers. Laura, David, Erik, Kayla & Mason Glenn

- Laura Glenn

May 07, 2018

Much love to you, Dick, Amy, Adam & Angela. We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our hearts & prayers.

- Kevin & Beth Tomlinson