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Priscilla Rose Obituary
Priscilla (Pixie) Hancock Rose, 67, of Severna Park, a retired Nurse Practitioner, died July 21 at home from multiple myeloma. Mrs. Rose was born in Stamford, CT and grew up in Manasquan, NJ. She received a Bachelor's degree in nursing from the University of Connecticut and a Master's in nursing and her Nurse Practitioner's degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ. Her career was spent in various nursing positions, all centered around public health, child and maternal health, and women's health. Most recently, she was employed by Planned Parenthood of Maryland. She and her family resided in New Mexico for several years and worked on the Zuni and Navajo reservations for the Indian Health Service. Following this wonderful experience she and her husband and children purchased and restored a pre-revolutionary home in Mt. Laurel, NJ and lived there for many years. Her interests included traveling, reading, gardening, restoring antiques, her pets, and spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Marc Rose of Severna Park; daughter, Jennifer McQueeney of Edgewater; son. Michael Rose of Severna Park; six grandchildren; brother, Stuart Hancock Jr. of Finksburg; and sister, Kathleen Sadowski of Little Egg Harbor, NJ. An informal memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, July 31 at The Chesapeake Bay Foundation, 6 Herndon Avenue, Annapolis (www.cbf.org). Memorial contributions may be made to K.I.N.D. (Kids in Need of Desks) at www.LastWordDesks.msnbc.com, Planned Parenthood of Maryland, or the Annapolis SPCA.
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Megan Groth
July 27, 2011
Pixie was someone who was truly a pleasure to meet and spend time with. She was loved by so many people. My sister was blessed to have such a wonderful woman as a mother-in-law. Her grandchildren adored her and will greatly miss her presence in their lives. She was a remarkable grandmother. She always made time to make each one of her grandchildren feel especially loved and cherished. My deepest sympathy goes out to Marc, Mike, Jen and all of Pixie's family. My prayers are with you all.
Joan Schellhase
July 27, 2011
Pixie was a good frind and neighbor. I wiil miss our talks and walks around the "circle" as we disussed how to solve the world's problems. We always had lively discussions about many issues. My deepest symathy goes out to Marc and the family. Although I cannot be at the memorial service my thoughts and prayers will be with you all. Joan Schellhase
July 26, 2011
Pix was one of those rare people whose life honestly made the world a better place than when she found it. To have been her friend was to have experienced the gift of her intense intellect, curiosity, humor, and love. Beyond that are hundreds and hundreds of patients who benefitted from her skillful and compassionate care. She made quite a life (her mother's daughter, through and through)!
Marc, Jen, and Mike, I am so very sorry for your loss, but I'm also glad you had a wife and mother of such strong character--what a great legacy.
I will truly miss her. Please know you're in my prayers.
Lynne Kinghorn Agnoletti (Denver, CO)
Dara Karhumaa
July 26, 2011
I haven't know Mrs.Rose for very long, but she has touched my life. She was always a pleasure to see in our office with her beloved Griffin. She loved him so much and he adored her even more. They were both a joy to see every Monday and Friday, and will be greatly missed. My thoughts and Prayers are with you all in this very difficult time.
Kelly Richardson
July 26, 2011
I have been Pixie's hair stylists for the last eight years. I cut her hair really short when she was diagnosed so she didn't have to worry about it. I will miss her beautiful smile and seeing her walking her dog in the neighborhood. What a special lady.
Kelly Richardson(Severna Park, Md.)
Pat & Ted Connell
July 26, 2011
Pixie was a very special person. She was energetic, positive, and always had a smile on her face. She had a zest for life and lived it up to the end. She was a wonderful friend and neighbor, and will be greatly missed in the neighborhood.
Rob & Terry Roederer
July 26, 2011
Pixie was a dear neighbor and friend, she was always there if we needed her. She lived her life to its fullest - her pride and joy were her grandchildren. Will miss her popping over and talking over the fence!
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