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Rosalie Kaniewski Obituary

Rosalie S. (Cieminski) Kaniewski, 92

Williamsport - Rosalie S. (Cieminski) Kaniewski, age 92 of Williamsport, IN died at 12:48 a.m. on Sunday, January 13, 2013 at St. Vincent Williamsport Hospital.

Rosalie was born on September 4, 1920 in Irons, MI. She was the daughter of Edward John and Virginia (Zielinski) Cieminski. Rosalie lived near West Lebanon, IN, Milford, IL, and Warren County, IN since 1948. She attended Warren County schools. On January 17, 1938 Rosalie married Edwin Kaniewski in Chicago, IL. He preceded her in death on March 2, 1972.

Rosalie worked for several years at Radio Materials. She attended Trinity Presbyterian Church in West Lebanon. She enjoyed being with her friends at the Covington Senior Center. She enjoyed cooking, crocheting, knitting, crafts and reading. She collected birds and angels.

Surviving are 1 son, David E. Kaniewski (wife: Judi) of Williamsport; 1daughter, Marilyn O'Donnell of Terre Haute, IN; 1 sister, Pauline Cherry, who she reared as a daughter, of Terre Haute, IN; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and grandchildren; special caregivers, Diana Austin and Lois Wesley.

Rosalie was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Ferdenand Edward Cieminiski and Franklin Daniel Kaniewski

Memorial services will be held at a later date. The family wishes to thank Woodland Manor Nursing Center's staff for their excellent care of Rosalie. Online condolences may be made at www.gradyfuneralhome.com.

Published by Journal & Courier from Jan. 14 to Jan. 15, 2013.
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Thoughts of sympathy go forward to all those mourning her dear passing. May your Faith in God's Word uplift and carry you through these heart-rending times.

February 11, 2013

Sending sympathy and prayers for Rosalie and family !! I was truly blessed to have cared for her over the years !! May she rest in peace now and her memories remains in your mind and hearts forever !! Shelley Jones

Shelley Jones

January 16, 2013

Marilyn, you are in my thoughts. My sympathy to you and all your family.

Hugs and prayers.

Jan Foster

January 15, 2013

To the family, Our Mom Ina Long was her room mate until her death last year. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gene and Denise Long

January 15, 2013

Marilyn and David sorry to read about the loss of your mother. Marilyn we were class mates from the 6th grade at Judyville grade school thru the 12th grade at Williamsport High School and you were in Delores Brooks and my wedding.
My mother also was at Woodland Manor and the funeral was at Grady Funeral Home. I have good memories of my mother and I am sure you will have them of your mother.
Jerry and Delores (Brooks) Chambers Indianapolis,Indiana

January 15, 2013

David and Judy, so very sorry for your loss. May you be blessed with many wonderful memories.
Joy (Odle) Beckett

January 15, 2013

My deepest sympathy to Marilyn and the rest of Rosalie's family. She was a fighter and fought a good fight. May God wrap His arms around the family and comfort all of you.
My deepest sympathy,
Chris Nall (CNA, St. Vincent Hospital)

Chris Nall

January 14, 2013

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