Dr. Mary Rose Tauscher

This is Mary (Sister Mary Robert) and me in 1963

Mary Rose was both lovely and loving. As a student in elementary school in Iowa, she was an example to me of how working and loving combine for a superior outcome. She started my school's first orchestra, a monumental task which she accomplished undaunted. Her students and her orchestra loved her, and she gave us all a superior example of how to live.

Mary Tauscher, or "Aunt Mary" as we called her, was a role model in my childhood when I was growing up. My family lived in a suburb of Milwaukee just a few minutes from her and she was at every family event we had. Her work ethic was amazing and she had an undying passion for education. She was extremely independent which I respected as a young girl, also wanting an education and successful career. Aunt Mary was extremely generous and kind and had a great sense of humor. We loved listening...

My prayers and thoughts go out to the Tauscher family. Mary Rose or Aunt Mary as we affectionately called her was an extraordinary lady. At holidays, birthdays, and major life events, she was always there with a welcoming smile, warm hug and words of praise. She saw the best in everyone. For the McBride, Borgealt & Smejkal families, Aunt Mary will forever hold a special place in our hearts.