Sophie Foley

Sophie Foley, age 74, of Midland, South Dakota, died on Monday, December 25, 2023 at the Hans P. Peterson Memorial Hospital in Philip.
Sophie A. Roseth was born March 10, 1949 to Leroy and Clara (Fosheim) Roseth. As a child, she grew up at Moenville with her parents and siblings. She attended Deep Creek country school for elementary and Pierre High School for her high school years. She graduated from Pierre High School in 1967. Then went on to Black Hills Teacher College and received an associate’s degree. She taught Kindergarten in Sully County and Midland.
She was united in marriage to Charlie Larson March 2, 1969, at Midland. They made their home in Santa Anna, California, until 1970, when they returned to Midland, where she made her home for the rest of her life. While in Midland, they owned and operated a variety of businesses, including The Country Place, The Office, and Larson Trucking.
She was united in marriage to Patrick Foley May 29, 2004, at Midland.
She spent time working as the “screw lady” at the local hardware store and worked for many years at the bank in Midland, officially retiring last year.
Sophie was a bright spot in this world with her loving care she shared with all. She made sure to never miss a birthday and everyone could expect a birthday card. If you showed up at her house, there was always a sweet treat and a smile waiting for you.
She was a member of Legion Auxiliary, Midland Senior Center, Trinity Lutheran Church, and the Midland Slam Dunkers. She was a member of 4H for her childhood.
Survivors include her husband Pat Foley; three children Renee Schofield of Kadoka, Todd Larson and his wife Barbara of Sioux Falls, and Jim Larson and his wife Katelyn of Midland; grandchildren, Ashley, Bryan and Landon Schofield, Kendall and Logan Larson, Laila and Ember Larson; great-grandchildren, Charlee and Jaydon Nisen; two brothers Duane Roseth and his wife Lola of Midland, and Julian Roseth and his wife Coreen of Midland; one sister Carmen Alleman of Hayes; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Sophie was preceded in death by her first husband Charlie Larson; her parents Roy and Clara (Fosheim) Roseth; and a brother-in-law Clark Alleman.
Visitation was held 4-6 p.m. Thursday, December 28, 2023 at Rush Funeral Home in Philip.
Funeral services were held 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 29, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Midland with Pastor Cindy Bisser officiating.
Interment followed at the Midland Cemetery.
Cards and memorials may be sent to P.O. Box 254 Midland, SD 57552.
Arrangements are with Rush Funeral Home of Philip.