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A celebration of life will be held at St. Mary’s Bart Hall following the 11:00 a.m. Mass at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 939 Charlotte St. in Kalamazoo, MI, on Saturday, October 21, 2023. Interment will be held on October 23, 2023, at Mt. Olivet Cemetery beginning at 1:00 p.m.. The family would like to extend a special heartfelt “thank you” to Dr. Spector and his team for giving Rosemary these past four years to finish her bucket list and farewell tour. Memorial contributions may be made to the family (checks payable to Susan Dornan) or to Sue’s Loving Care, c/o the funeral home. “Thank you all for loving and being a part of Rosemary’s life.”
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Mary and family, what a beautiful lady your mom was. I have fond memories of years gone by of sitting in the kitchen and Mrs MacKenzie making this only child feel comfortable in the hustle and bustle of a house packed with teenagers coming and going. She always made you feel as though you were welcome and part of the family. She took the time in between preparing food for a house full of baseballs teams, softball teams, and family to sit and ask how you were doing. Her love for her children, her patience and grace shined brightly and can be seen in all of you. She had a beautiful life and is now with her love dancing again.
Posted by Anonymous on October 14, 2023
Susan and family, I am so sad to read of your mother's passing. Your tribute to her is beautiful and shares with the world what a wonderful woman she was and how fortunate you were to be a part of her loving life. In addition to the love she leaves behind she also leaves a hole in the world's soul. I know she has been welcomed into the arms of George, DeeDee and God.
Posted by Philip J Cummings on October 10, 2023
I'm writing on Rosie's Memory Book on the 9th of October, 2023. Hi Rosie - I am missing you - it just plain hurts my heart to think that I can't just call you and tell you whatever it is that is on my mind that I think you should know. We became good friends as we talked and shared our thoughts when we became widows just 6 months apart - my Tom having passed on Feb. 12, 2016 and her George passed 6 months later. Both flying to the sky on a Friday. Maybe they were thinking of the many ballgames they played, (football, basketball and baseball ) and also the many games Tom coached and George came to watch. Rosie attended so many events her children were participating in. We became sisters in every sense of the word. She came to Arizona to spend time with me and I went to Kalamazoo to participate in her 90th Birthday party and stayed with her. We had such a good time and got to know each other better than we had in all the years of being sister-in-laws. I treasure those memories. We talked a lot on the phone and wrote notes. I'm just going to miss her so much. A precious lady and my love will just go on and on and we'll meet again.
Posted by Marjorie MacKenzie on October 9, 2023
My sweet Godmother and Aunt Rosie, I was fortunate enough to have spent a lot of time at the big MacKenzie Gull Rd home. I always looked forward to seeing you and Uncle George and my amazing cousins. The food was always delicious and the energy was so much fun and full of love. You made sure everyone was as happy as they could be. One of my favorite things was watching you and George dancing together. I can see it now on a giant cloud floating in the sky. I’ll miss hearing your voice and listening to conversations between you and my Mom. Love you, Aunt Rosie.
Posted by Diane Mackenzie on October 9, 2023
My dearest , darling mother: My heart is broken for selfishly I would have kept you here forever. So very blessed to have had you as my mom, my friend, my confidant, . You were one of the strongest woman I know. You gave me strength and courage to help me thru my toughest battles. You were so loving, and forgiving and always cheered us on no matter what path we chose. I LOVED absolutely every minute we spent together and the gift of this past years travels and time together gave us all so many precious memories to hold and cherish. You were my role model and my biggest fan. I know you hated your crooked little smile after your cancer surgery almost 4 years ago but to us it was the most beautiful thing because it meant we could have you for a few more years. Our beautiful little mother with her crooked little smile. The song we wrote and the slide show mary put together for your 90th birthday celebration says it all. I'm thankful they could share it here for all to see just what you meant to us and how different our lives would have been without being blessed with you. Until we meet again my sweet angel , you will be held close in my heart forever. love you soo very , very much. Your loving daughter Suzie
Posted by SUSAN DORNAN on October 9, 2023
