RomaKay "Roma" Landis
May 31, 1998 ~ October 14, 2022
Born in:
Fargo, North Dakota
Resided in:
Fargo, North Dakota
Roma’s live streamed funeral can be viewed below starting at 10:30 on Thursday:
https://vimeo.com/event/2532035
RomaKay “Roma” Leigh Landis, 24, passed away peacefully at Sanford Hospital, on October 14, 2022, with close family by her side.
Romas’s bright, beautiful soul came into our lives on May 31, 1998 and despite battling many health issues working against her she was the happiest, kindest, sweetest, funniest and most loving person.
From a very young age she could connect with others so deeply and always wanted to make others happy. If someone was hurting or sick, she was more concerned and loving than anyone; only wanting to make it better. She had an infectious laugh, and a mischievous sense of humor, trying to get a laugh and a rise out of her family and friends by teasing them. You knew when she was most excited because she would clasp her hands together with joy. Some of her favorite activities were her trips to Starbucks, car rides, painting her nails, listening to music, hanging out with her brother Rylan, and snuggling with her dog, Buddy. She loved Music Therapy class where she could really express herself. In fact, music and singing were some of her favorite moments when her beautiful personality lit up the room, especially with the song “You Are My Sunshine” which she certainly was to so many people.
Roma shared a special and devoted relationship with her mom; both always cherishing time spent together. Their love for each other was unconditional and every moment together was filled with smiles, gentleness, care, and fun; a bond that was like no other. Also dear to Roma, were her grandparents, Kay and Jerry (Papa), who were a big part of Roma’s entire life. Not a day went by that they didn’t show her how much she was loved.
Her contagious, positive, personality will be missed by everyone who knew her, whether that was for a lifetime or a moment.
Though tears are falling, and hearts are broken, we know that our sweet RomaKay is singing and dancing in heaven, free from her wheelchair. And we are forever changed by her pure heart and zest for life. With love and gratefulness for the blessing of having Roma in our lives, we send her home to Jesus with a piece of our hearts, knowing that (in Roma’s words) it’s “The Best Day Ever”.
She is survived by her mother Jennifer Bredahl, West Fargo and father Tim Landis (Raeann), Fargo; grandparents Jerry and Kay Gnoinsky, Moorhead, and Evelyn Landis, Grand Forks; brother Rylan Bredahl, West Fargo; stepfamily, Zach Braaten, Mina, Shaeffer and Briggs Landis; and countless cousins, aunts, uncles and friends who will all miss her so dearly.
In Lieu of flowers, please make a donation to VTC in Fargo. This was a place that Roma loved to go each day. This place made such a positive impact in her life.
Roma’s Video Tribute can be viewed below:
Services
Funeral Service - Thursday: October 20, 2022 11:00 am
Hope Lutheran Church Fargo, South Campus
3636 25th St S. Fargo ND 58103
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Visitation - Thursday: October 20, 2022 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Hope Lutheran Church Fargo, South Campus
3636 25th St S. Fargo ND 58103
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Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in RomaKay "Roma" Landis 's name.
Vocational Training Center
424 9th Ave S
Fargo, North Dakota
(701) 241-4858
https://www.fargovtc.org/
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Wish you all peace!
Roma will always be part of my memory as a sweet person inside out! Loved her so much!
Take care.
So sorry for your loss. Ben will
miss her and so will we. We were blessed to get to know Roma!
Lorie Heldt
To Roma’s family, I think of you daily, and my prayers and love are with you always!
Jennifer, from myself, Sue Carter, Pete Sharbo, Dave Everson, Dan Austin and Kris Soderberg, we made a donation to VTC in RomaKay’s honor. I wish I had met her, your bond has always been apparent from your posts. We offer our sincere and deep condolences, praying for you and your family. Your high school classmates of ‘ 85.
So sorry to hear about Roma. I was her teacher when she was three years old. She was a very special young lady and will be missed by many. God bless!
We are sorry to hear about this. We have made a donation to VTC in Roma’s honor
The crew at Valley Petroleum.
She willl be deeply missed but now she is at peace. We will always hold her memory close to our hearts.
Love,
Jennifer Dixon and Dan Frisk
Jennifer Dixon
My thoughts and prayers are with RomaKay’s family.
Our sincere condolences to you and Rylan and extended family re: the passing of your Dear RomaKay. Special thoughts go your way.
Richard and Clarice Kadry
May heart aches for your loss. You are in my prayers during this very difficult time. May the love you shared and the beautiful memories you had comfort you in time.
Lonny and I are saddened to hear of Roma’s passing. She was such a special lady, and we know how much she meant to both of you. Lonny told me stories of when he and Tim would stop and visit Roma in Jamestown, and how happy she always was to see them.
We are sending prayers for peace and comfort to you, and also to all who loved Sweet Roma.
Rest in Peace, Sweet Girl.
Donna Berg
I knew Roma through VTC. She loved my granddaughter Addy and would visit her often at the hospital. She wanted so badly for Addy to go back to VTC so they could spend more time together. I know your heartbreak and pray for comfort for your family.
Jennifer,
Prayers arise for Roma and your entire family.
Your wonderful picture of you and Roma and your heartfelt words celebrating her life brought tears of joy.
Blessings to you as you celebrate Roma, her infectious spirit and unflinching personality.
Sending our love & deepest Condolances from Dave, Paula, Paris, Davis & Peyton Ekman
Sorry for the loss of Roma. I got to joy getting to know Roma. Hinging outside or in the the lunch room. She is going to be missed. I always love her happy smile.
Karen, Mike, Kayla and Eric Burns
My friend Roma is an angel now. She liked having fun with Joy our staff at vtc at lunch time. She would always say joy. She is not feeling anything anymore. I miss her happiness. My name is Cheryl helm