1945
2012
SIDNEY - Rose Mary Kinninger of Sidney died Oct. 25, 2012, at her residence.
Born July 15, 1926, to Charles and Mary Kay (Chappie) George in Darke County, Ohio
On Aug. 25, 1945, she married Bernard J. Kinninger at St. Louis Church Catholic Church in North Star, Ohio. Bernard died Oct. 10, 2001.
Rose Mary is survived by eight children, Gary L. and Barbara (Smith) Kinninger, Sidney, Thomas B. Kinninger, Sidney, Daniel E. and Joyce(Ruetz) Kinninger, Findlay, David A. and Mary (Wenning) Kinninger, West Carrollton, Carol A. and Guy Bowser, Sidney, Pamela M. and Russ Stewart, Sidney, John L. Kinninger, Sidney, Darlene M. and Matt Clayton, Sidney; 17 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren; sisters Frances Monnin Holscher, Osgood, Ohio and Bertha Bruening, Yorkshire, Ohio.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter and son-in-law Catherine (Kay) and David Pope, daughter-in-law Karen (Leckey) Kinninger, granddaughter-in-law Kristina (Knasel) Pope, siblings Luella George, Eleanor Werling, Leona "Toots" McEldowney, Ruth Petitjean Thiebeau, Earl "Jim" George, Kenneth George, John George, Marion "Bud" George, Lee Edward George and Lester "Fat" George, Virginia "Jean" Roll.
She was a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church and Sacred Heart Altar Rosary Sodality. Rose Mary was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend who could always be counted on for support, strength, and wit. She was on speed dial for advice and guidance, be it for cooking, cleaning or parenting tips. You never had to guess what she was thinking. She was her grandchildren and great-grandchildren's number one fan and supporter in all of their activities. Rosie was viewed as a grandmother to not only her own grandkids, but to many non-family members as well. No one ever left Rosie's house hungry, whether it was her famous pies, lime pickles, or an impromptu lunch, which the grandkids took advantage of often. She also made sure the boys in the field didn't go hungry. The kitchen was always a gathering place at the farm and holds many fond memories for everyone.
Rosie took immense pride in her garden and loved the holidays with her family. Rosie enjoyed shopping and always looked her best from head to toe. Bernie and Rosie were regulars at the Walkup Country Club. They spent many Saturdays dancing the night away with the gang. She was a loving sister and enjoyed taking the day to go on adventures with her siblings. We lost an amazing, strong willed woman whose thoughtfulness and sincerity will be forever in our hearts.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Angels Catholic Church with Rev. Daniel Hess. Burial will be at Graceland Cemetery, Sidney.
Friends may call at Salm-McGill and Tangeman Funeral Home in Sidney on Monday from 3 to 8 p.m.Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Wilson Hospice or the Alzheimer's Association. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Condolences may be expressed to the Kinninger family on Salm-McGill and Tangeman Funeral Home's web site at: www.salm-mcgillandtangemanfh.com
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So very sorry to hear of your're mothers loss . I remember Rosie alawys had a beautiful smile on her face !!!!
Karen Fugate Picker
November 1, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Teresa and Richard Bercot
October 31, 2012
So sorry to hear of your loss!
Joe Shoemaker
October 30, 2012
She was a very special lady. I enjoyed taking care of her. Rest in peace.
Jackie Holfinger
October 29, 2012
We are all going to miss Aunt Rosie so much...what a wonderful lady she was. But she is dancing with Jesus...and beloved Bernie now! My sincere and deepest sympathy to all of those she left behind. But you have wonderful memories to keep you!!
Marcy Roll
October 29, 2012
Dear Kinninger Family,
Randy and I send loving thoughts and prayers to all of you. Heaven gained a wonderful soul. I'll bet she and Bernie are already kicking up their heels at a dance!
(Rosie's kitchen made the only liver and onions that I ever liked!)
Cindy Jackson
October 29, 2012
to the kinninger family you all are in my thoughts during this ruff time. aunt rosie will be missed alot by many .
October 29, 2012
sorry for your loss
Nancy Bevington
October 29, 2012
Dave and Mary we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless You.
Bill and Sue Henry
October 27, 2012
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