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1923
DIED
2017
Rose Marie Obituary
According to the Associated Press, family spokesman Harlan Boll said Marie died Thursday in her Los Angeles-area home.
Born Rose Marie Mazetta Aug. 15, 1923, in New York City, she was performing professionally by age 3, billed as Baby Rose Marie, and belting out songs in a precociously strong voice. By age 5, she was a radio star, appearing on her own NBC radio show following the hugely popular "Amos and Andy" program. She made her feature film debut as a 9-year-old, performing in the W.C. Fields comedy "International House." Throughout her childhood, she worked on vaudeville, a popular headline act, and she made a number of records.
As she aged out of her "Baby Rose Marie" childhood role, she transitioned to singing in nightclubs as a teenager, dropping the "Baby" and seeking stardom as an adult. In the 1950s, she starred on Broadway and radio, playing a role on "The Phil Harris - Alice Faye Show."
As illustrious as her childhood career had been – she was known as "Baby Rose Marie the Child Wonder" for her remarkable voice – she suffered a bit of a career slump as a young adult. But her fortunes changed when she took a role on "The Dick Van Dyke" show in 1961. The popular sitcom brought her new stardom as she played Sally Rogers, a comedy writer for the sitcom's show-within-a-show, "The Alan Brady Show." Though she was nominated three times for an Emmy Award for her supporting role – in 1963, '64 and '66 – she never won.
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After the strong success of "The Dick Van Dyke Show," Rose Marie took on a new TV comedy role, playing Myrna Gibbons on "The Doris Day Show." She was a regular on "The Hollywood Squares" for many years, and she had notable guest-star roles on shows including "The Monkees," "Murphy Brown" and "Caroline in the City."
In the 1970s and '80s, Rose Marie joined Rosemary Clooney, Helen O'Connell and Margaret Whiting to form "4 Girls 4," a musical revue that toured the U.S. and appeared on TV. Upon Whiting's 2011 death, Rose Marie became the last surviving cast member.
Rose Marie was known for her signature hair bow, which had personal meaning for her that she preferred not to reveal. She was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and a number of personal items from her childhood stardom are displayed at the Smithsonian's American History Museum. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Guy, in 1964. She is survived by her daughter, Georgiana.
174 Entries
Kim Mills
February 5, 2025
Sweet Rose-Marie, my memories see flashes of you, smiling a huge smile throughout the years on sooo many shows. Thinking of you still brings joy and a smile.
April 2, 2020
I just saw her documentary. Amazing. I will watch it again. What a lady!
March 26, 2020
My condolences to the family. I do remember her, playing the Dick VanDyke show, she was hilarious. May the God of Comfort, continue to comfort the family.
Michael Mazzetta
December 14, 2018
Rest In Peace Rose
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John LINDSEY
December 5, 2018
I loved her in every single thing she did! What a life an animal lover! God bless her
June 21, 2018
GOOD BY SALLY ROGERS......YOU WERE A ..HOOT........
Charles Ferguson
June 3, 2018
We all will miss you Rose Marie you were such a good actress you'll be missed by all your fans who knew you prayers for your family your fan Charles Ferguson Rest in peace Rose Marie 1923-2017
george turner
May 4, 2018
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Thomas & Libby Widgeon
February 2, 2018
Sorry For Your Loss!
January 18, 2018
To the family and friends of Rose Marie, Sickness death and pain is a wonderful promise our Creator make that he will get rid of because it's an enermy. That is a guarantee because he can't lie. SP
Williams Family
January 15, 2018
We enjoyed seeing Rose Marie on the Dick Van Dyke show. What a talented actress! With deepest sympathy to Georgiana and the rest of the family. We look forward to God's promise that He will wipe out tears, death, mourning, and pain.
Joseph Cormier
January 9, 2018
Thank you Lord for the amazing talent and career we came to know as Rose Marie! I enjoyed her comic genius, may she Rest In Peace! A life well lived and forever remembered!!
January 9, 2018
Today I'm watching again reruns of The
Dick Van Dyke Show and always, always, love and enjoy watching Rose Marie as 'Sally Rodgers'.
What a remarkable life she lived chock full of loving people, giving to others through performing, singing, just being her wonderful self!
To have known Rose Marie would have been a blessing.
My heartfelt sympathies to her family.
--Ginny
January 6, 2018
I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain you during this difficult time. (Isaiah 61:1,2) With sincerest sympathy.
Jessica Castilenno
January 6, 2018
I am so so sorry for your loss. May your memories of her bring your joy and happiness
Daryn Worley
January 5, 2018
I'm very sorry for your loss may the God of comfort comfort you.
Veronica
January 5, 2018
My husband would watch that show everyday if he could and he loved "Sally". My deepest condolences to to all who loved her and got to see her live such a rich and long life. May God grant peace to her family and friends and comfort in knowing that he remembers all those asleep in death. (Heb 6:10)
Marie Hatfield
January 4, 2018
Condolences to the family. Rose Marie was, and still is, one of my of fondest memories growing up. We always watched the Dick Vandyke show and I loved Sally. May God rest your soul Sally Rogers.
January 4, 2018
Georgiana, Family, Friends, Fans,
Sorry to of the loss of your dear loved one. Our heartfelt prayers are with you and your family. We all loved her on the Dick Van Dyke Show. She was very funny. She is missed.
He heals the brokenhearted: He binds up their wounds.-PS.147:2
Amy Eilar Jellison
January 3, 2018
Thank you, Rose Marie, for your years of laughter, singing, talent, and fierce strength. Dear Family and Friends, I'm saddened with you with her loss. She passed away doing what she loved. Entertaining us. It's as if she planned it that way. May the love and support from all of us give you comfort. Her life will be celebrated for many years to come. God bless.
January 3, 2018
So sorry for the loss, may you be comforted by God in this sorrowful time.....
January 3, 2018
Funny , funny lady. Multi talented. Knew how to put Buddy Sorrell in his place.! . RIP
Sharon Ramon
January 3, 2018
For years this lovely woman made millions laugh. Was shocked and saddened to learn of her passing. My prayers are with the family. Will always picture her as Miss Sally Rogers. Talented actress, comedian, singer.
BARBARA JEAN
January 2, 2018
What a beautiful lady and comic genius. Rest in peace, dear Rose Marie.
Lin
January 2, 2018
Dear Georgiana & Family: So very sorry for your loss of your beloved mother. She was indeed a multitalented person. May God give you the strength you need at this most difficult time. Deepest sympathy.
Jane Lightle
January 2, 2018
I watched Rose Marie, over and over again,I remember Dick Van Dyke show.My sympathy to the family!!
January 2, 2018
I have so many fond memories of Rose Marie. Comedy shows, at the time, were enjoyable to watch with the entire family, regardless of age. I wish those shows would return to the screen again.
Rose Marie will always be remembered by her skillful wit in making people laugh.
May the family find comfort in knowing that she had many fans who will certainly miss her.
Katherine Govia
January 2, 2018
Please accept my heartfelt condolences,I pray in the midst of your sorrow you find comfort in all the joyful memories shared and will always cherish these beautiful memories.Romans 15:13.
January 2, 2018
Dear Rose Marie's Family and Friends, Please accept my deepest sympathy on her passing. I enjoyed her so very much on "The Dick Van Dyke Show". May she rest in peace.
January 2, 2018
I loved Rose Marie on the Dick Van Dyke Show! I loved her voice! Sincere condolences to the family. May the God of tender mercies lift you up when you are feeling down. Psalms 91:7.
J Tyler
Chicago
Grady Youngblood
January 2, 2018
Lu S
January 1, 2018
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Rose Marie, you were truly a self made woman.
SARAH REESE
January 1, 2018
r.i.p. miss you love you
January 1, 2018
Sincere condolences to the family. May the family be comforted by this promise at Psalms 29:11
January 1, 2018
TO THE FAMILY OF ROSE MARIE;
YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY ON THE LOSS OF YOUR DEAR LOVE ONE AND MAY YOU ALWAYS KEEP TREASURED MEMORIES OF HER IN YOUR HEART.
MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT THOSE WHO HAVE PASSED ON IN DEATH GOD KEEPS IN HIS MEMORY BECAUSE THEY ARE ALL PRECIOUS IN HIS EYES. PSALMS 116:15
RESPECTFULLY YOURS,
EDO, ILLINOIS
L oridevera
January 1, 2018
January 1, 2018
My thoughts and prayers go to the family of Mrs. Rose. She was a wonderful actor and will be missed. May the God of all comfort be with you in your time of need.
Debra Meriweather
January 1, 2018
Thank you, Rose Marie, for all the times you made the world laugh watching "The Dick Van Dyke Show" as you searched and sang about finding a "fella". The guy you "dated" on the show was too attached to his mother! Rest in eternal peace now. You and the characters on the show proved that life really can be funny at times. My condolences to your family. Thank you for sharing Rose Marie with all of us!
Michelle
January 1, 2018
What sad news, she was a remarkable woman, i send my sincere condolences to the family. It is a great condolence to hear that we will see our loved ones once again like Act:24:15 say.
Sincerely: MC.
Sara Harlow
December 31, 2017
What hurts is the fact that we really felt that she loved us, her fans, and I know that she felt loved by us, as well. What a lovely, spunky, talented woman. A life well-lived, but oh, what a void she leaves in our hearts.
Earl Max
December 31, 2017
May you find comfort from God. Turn to him in prayer, draw closer to him, and he will draw close to you(James 4:8)
Long Family
December 31, 2017
May the God of all of comfort sustain you during bereavement. 2 Corinthiains 2:3, 4
December 31, 2017
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
C Morrison
December 31, 2017
A beautiful talented performer who lived a long and full life. My sincere condolences are extended to her family and the lives she touched. May you find comfort in the hope God provides us at John 6:40.
G Marvell
December 31, 2017
I am truly sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort in the fond memories you shared together.
lisa servant
December 31, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Beth
December 31, 2017
I was reading an interview with you and all I can say is Wow! all the places you've gone, and the people you've met and worked with! Interesting and fun experiences, and so talented. Thank you so much for sharing your talents with us. You're a beautiful example of how we all can keep going at any age and say yes to life. Thank you Rose Marie and may God comfort your family and your dear little dog at this time. Bless you.
December 31, 2017
RIP Thanks for the laughs!
Jennifer Baribault
December 30, 2017
A legendary actress who lived a long full life as a Singer, Comedienne, she was a talented beautiful, lovely lady. It was sad to hear about Rose Marie Death, she will be missed and yet never forgotten. Thanks for the memories, laughter to that she played Sally Rogers on The Dick Van Dyke show (1961-1966, once in a while we found her knitting in the office talking to Rob, Buddy about this, that or try to come up with a comedy sketch scene. Also, they will do a some kind of performance, i could that she has a very beautiful sing voice, i remember that we used to watched the show. Also, Rose Marie appeared on The Hollywood Squares (1996-1981) She later had a semi-regular seat in the upper square. We all know that she is in a good place now, She reunited with her husband Bob Guy, her to Co-Stars from The Dick Van Dyke show Mary Tyler Moore, , Morey Amsterdam. My thought, Prayers are Rose Marie family, friends
L Wu
December 30, 2017
A legendary actor who gave us plenty of laughs in our childhood when we watched the Dick Van Dyke Show as a family growing up with my siblings. May all who had the privilege of knowing her be comforted in knowing that Rose will return to her youthful vigor at Job 33:25.
Angie Moore
December 30, 2017
Miss Rose Marie, you will so be missed, your wit, your voice and your incredibly uplifting personality surely made me smile on days when I surely didn't have much to smile about. My condolences to your daughter and family for their loss of a great mom, actress and surely friend to many.
God bless,
Angie
Olga Bagley
December 30, 2017
You made us laugh and today you made us Cry go to the heavenly sky and bring laughter in heaven RIP
December 30, 2017
A life long lived, but it's still sad to hear of Rose Marie's death. Our Father's promises will carry each of Rose Marie's loved ones in the difficult days ahead.
Gretchen Wagenknecht
December 30, 2017
Good bye to a true Dame. RIP in peace. Heaven has a new angel. Im sure you will be making them all laugh.
God bless
Ed Thomas
December 30, 2017
Dick Van Dyke, Mary Tyler Moore, Morie Amsterdam, and the Beautiful ROSE MARIE! I mean does it really get any better than these unbelievable talents. Rosie had it all, talent , beauty, grace,charm, could go on forever. Comedians of today: Watch and learn! Study them carefully, they live on in our minds and hearts forever without a single foul word spoken!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Emulate them for all our sakes. RIP Rosie sympathy to the family and friends How proud you must all be
A young Rose Marie
Gary J. Mondfrans
December 30, 2017
I made this Tribute Memorial video in honor of Rose Marie Mazetta.
https://youtu.be/IsM0W7uho0U
Gary J. Mondfrans
'GShotsTV' on YouTUBE
Greg Wright
December 30, 2017
Thanks 4 all the special memories and great laughter
Linda Williams
December 30, 2017
My deepest condolences to Rose Marie family, embrace those fantastic memories. I know she will be dearly missed. May the God of everlasting comfort your hearts and make you firm. 2 Thessalonians 2: 16, 17.
December 30, 2017
I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the broken-hearted " and "comforts all who mourn" sustain you during this difficult time. (Isaiah 61:1,2)
It is normal to grieve over the death of a loved one. Jesus' disciples mourned the death of their loved ones. (John 11:33-35, 38; Acts 8:2; 9:39) Instead, we view it as a time to show empathy. Romans 12:15.
With sincerest sympathy.
a Fan
December 30, 2017
Thank you for making us laugh. Rest in peace..
December 30, 2017
I remember watching that show as a young child and truly enjoyed it. A true classic. My deepest condolences to the family. Romans 12:12
Russell Kuespert
December 30, 2017
Goodbye, Rose Marie, you are remembered as a wonderful person and great performer.
December 30, 2017
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Lynne Raisley
December 30, 2017
You made me laugh so hard that I cried. It was refreshing to see comedy as it was supposed to be. I will miss you but the memories are many and laughs go on and on. Rest in peace.
G. H.
December 30, 2017
Rest in peace ms. Rose Marie.
Like they say now.... Back in the
life was easy and thanks to you entertainment was great, thanks
to you
TS
December 30, 2017
So very sorry for the death of Rose Marie, remember her well in T.V. my condolence to the family at this time, may God bless.
Mr jody Brachman
December 29, 2017
Hi how are you i love your movies etc. I give my condolences to his family to her family. Rip. She seemed like a nice woman. Take care bye.
SH
December 29, 2017
Sorry for your loss,and I hope that your fondest memories of Rose Marie will comfort you during your time of sorrow.Rose Marie will truly be missed by many.
ROSEMARY T
December 29, 2017
Rest in Peace Rose Marie. My thoughts and prayers to your family.
Matthew 5:4
December 29, 2017
Heartfelt condolences....
michelle adams
December 29, 2017
rosemarie was a great actress and she.ll be missed by all and my prayers and condalances to her family and other people she worked for on the screen and off the screen. I,used to watch dick van dyke show while I,was growing up. she knew my relative dick van dyke. he,ll miss her a lot and be in everyones thoughts every day. rest in peace rose marie.
AZ1
December 29, 2017
Rest in Peace -- you had a great and fantastic run in show business!!!!
J L
December 29, 2017
My condolences to ROSE MARIE family. I enjoyed watching her on the DICK VAN DYKE show. may the God of all comfort help you to endure during this time of grief. PSALMS 94:19.
December 29, 2017
Deepest condolences. May you find strength and comfort in this difficult time. I enjoyed watching her on TV she will be missed sadly.
William Dean
December 29, 2017
Thanks for the memories, you were a one of a kind lady.
Carlotta
December 29, 2017
May the God of all peace bring comfort to the Marie family and friends at this difficult time.
Betty P
December 29, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear about your love one .I must say" I love watching the Dick Van Dyke Show.Your Mom was very entertaining".But again sorry to hear of your loss.God is the Creator of life the one who gave life to all living creatures is certainly capable of restoring life to many and your love one.God "the source of life."(psalm 36:9;Acts 17:24,25
December 29, 2017
My heartfelt sympathy to the family on the passing of your love one please accept my heartfelt sympathy for your loss.
Ry
Hope
December 29, 2017
Thank you for the great memories of my childhood. I always thought you were a beautiful lady. May you have eternal peace.
December 29, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Sally a/k/a Rose Marie. For some of us this was our first exposure to her, but everlasting. She entertained us and I appreciate the sacrifices made by her family. May your treasured memories comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time.
Billy Manucy
December 29, 2017
I was lucky enough to do Rose Marie's hair when she was with 4 Girls 4. She only let me put the bows in but she visited with my staff and felt at home in my salon, which was located in the hotel where she was staying. Helen O'CONNELL always took the limo and Rose Marie, Rosemary Clooney, and Margaret Whitting, hung out with us. Clooney's daughter in law, Debbie Boone, was in a car accident with her baby and I was the only one to drive them to the scene of the accident. That started a friend ship that went on for years. She will be truly missed, and I am lucky to have known her. I have said goodbye to her costars and now Little Baby Rose Marie. God bless you Sally Rogers and thanks for your friendship. Love Billy Manucy
Marilyn Day
December 29, 2017
Rest in peace.
December 29, 2017
Thank you for the wonderful memories of my childhood watching the Dick Van Dyk show.
Don Skiles
December 29, 2017
There's not too many people out there that I have felt compelled to get on the internet and send my condolences about, but Rose Marie is the exception to that rule.
This sweetheart of a lady was one class act.
Thank you Rose - For everything.
G. Freeman
December 29, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tony Poss
December 29, 2017
Thank you Rose Marie for making us laugh. You will be greatly missed. May God comfort your family during this time.
Stephen Washburn
December 29, 2017
R.I.P. loved that show
L Mcgee
December 29, 2017
Thank you Rose Marie for being part of my childhood memories. Oh how I wish children today could relate to the wholesome TV shows we grew up with years ago. God bless you Georgiana.
Harry Simpson
December 29, 2017
Godspeed Rose, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us. It has been a pleasure.
Adrian Barnette
December 29, 2017
We'll miss you !
Lisa Weiner
December 29, 2017
To Rose Marie,
You were a very talented actress. I enjoyed watching you on the Dick Van Dyke Show.. You made me laugh. My prayers go your daughter.. Lisa Weiner
J Stout
December 29, 2017
Always watched you on the Dick Van Dyke show. You gave great memories and laughter. R.I.P. Rose Marie.
Greg Wright
December 29, 2017
Cheers to one of great actresses and comedians
she indeed left behind some pretty big shoes to fill
thanks 4 the many great memories
Victoria
December 29, 2017
I am very sorry to the friends and family for the loss. Soon, there will come a time when we will never have to grieve the loss of a loved one in death ever again. Ps 37:9-11
Glen James Hausfeld
December 29, 2017
Peace.
Cecelia Wight
December 29, 2017
Rest in peace. What a wonderful talent and woman. She will live long in our hearts.
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