Roma Elizabeth Fuller

Roma Elizabeth Fuller, 95, of Fort Dodge, IA, died Friday, January 3, 2025, at UnityPoint – Trinity Regional Medical Center. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at the Otho Cemetery with Pastor Jerry Raether of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family. Arrangements are with Historic Bruce Funeral Home of Fort Dodge. 

Roma was born September 26, 1929, in Lohrville, IA, the daughter of Herman and Alice (Clutter) Jaeschke. She grew up in Farnhamville, IA and graduated from Rinard High School. In 1956, she was united in marriage to Eugene Fuller at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Fort Dodge. The couple made their home in Kalo, IA. Roma worked in food service for the Fort Dodge School District for 25 years. Following her retirement, she became a foster grandparent for 21 years. Roma enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She was a devoted grandmother who cherished the time spent with her grandchildren. Her home was a haven of laughter and joy, where family gatherings were marked by her delicious baked goods, especially her Christmas treats and famous popcorn balls during Halloween. She was an avid reader and enjoyed knitting and crocheting. Roma's compassionate nature extended beyond her immediate family. She was known for her selfless acts of kindness, often bringing food to shut-ins and extending a helping hand to those in need. This generosity stemmed from her strong faith, which was a guiding force throughout her life. She was a member of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church.

Roma is survived by 4 children: Kathryn Lara and husband Manuel of Cedar Rapids, IA, Darcy Pollock and husband Mike of Arvada, CO, Deb Freese of Fort Dodge, and Rion Fuller and wife Janet of Eagle Grove, IA; 11 grandchildren: Angela, Heidi, Travis, Candice, Aaron, Adam, Amanda, Tana, Brock, Chelsie and Matthew; 22 great grandchildren; and 1 great great granddaughter.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband: Gene Fuller in 1977; and her sister: Verona Fuller.