Apr 2, 1953 – Jan 24, 2019 (Age 65)
Capt. Rosemary Mariner, U.S. Navy, retired, died Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019, in the fifth year of her battle with ovarian cancer, with her husband and wingman of 40 years by her side. She was 65. Born in Harlingen, Texas, raised in San Diego, she graduated from Purdue University with a degree in...
Read MoreI knew her in San Diego when she got her Pilot's License on her 16th birthday - Did not know her well - She was a neighbor, but we did go flying once or twice - But I never forgot her... Just now am learning of her passing... Memory Eternal Rosemary!
George Blaisdell
August 08, 2022 | Other
Until today, I did not know of her. She was born about the same time period as myself. What an inspiration she is to us all. She is in Heaven, flying and inspiring others. It is good to know of her.
Edward Johnson
April 09, 2020 | Phoenix, AZ | Acquaintance
From a grateful Nation our Condolences and heartfelt Thanks to a Hero and Mentor to generations.
Tye Seeley
March 18, 2019 | Port Townsend, WA
Heart felt condolences to family and friends. At Purdue, we knew Rosemary as Rosie Merims. It was a short walk from the Harrison Hall dorm to the Purdue airport. Rosemary would invite friends to fly with her whenever she was logging flight hours. Her personality was engaging, but she was not one to seek the spotlight. She simply pursued her love of flying and did not see any reason for road blocks. Youngest female to get a pilot license in California and first female to graduate from...
Kent Novatny
February 17, 2019 | Naperville, IL
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Camella Ford
February 08, 2019 | Houston, TX
Deep condolences from the extended Reyner-Perry-Gardner family. She was an amazing woman and inspiration to all of us.
Glenn Gardner
February 07, 2019 | Greenbelt, MD
My deepest condolences for your loss. May the God of all comfort prove to be your strength during this difficult time.
Psalm 18:2
Christian
February 06, 2019
May the wonderful memories the family and friends share bring comfort during this time of loss. Proverbs 17:17
Chianti
February 06, 2019
Un pilote ne meurt jamais, il s'envole juste et ne revient pas. A. de Saint-Exupéry
Gogniat René
February 06, 2019 | Switzerland