Rose GILDNER-WITOUS

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Donovan,Gildner and Witous families as
Rose returns to the God she loved. She exemplified faith joy and serenity.

Although we hadn't seen Rose in many years, we treasure the memories of earlier years.

God bless you all.
Jane (Donovan)Ryan and Beba(Donovan)Donovan-daughters of Tom and Mary
Donovan-Chicago,Il..

Jim , Mom told me about your loss. My sympathy to you and all the Gildners.

When I was child and we would visit the Gildner family home, we were always made to feel special. Uncle Bob was bigger than life and Aunt Rose so full of grace, charm and beauty.

Our deepest sympathy to all of my cousins and their families

I will cherish the memories vacationing to Springfield and seeing Nana. I will always remember her contagious laugh and love of life. I am honored to be her grandson. I love you Nana!

My sympathy. Your Family is in my thoughts.

Jim, Libby, and families: My prayers and condolences to the family. May you find comfort in your memories. God Bless.

Our deepest sympathies, she was a wonderful Lady

Julie, Jim (Libby) and the Gildners,
Sorry for your loss. Our mothers went back for well over 50 years as friends, especially their St. Joseph's corterie group that stayed together for so long. I'm glad you chose this picture --your mom was absolutely beautiful. Libby and Jim thanks again for all you did for Mom when the two were at River Birch together. Oh, Julie -- I still remember the "picnic table" and how your mom could find an extra place for another kid. You all are in my prayers.

Our deepest sympathies to Dr Gildner, Libby and your entire family. We are praying for you all during this difficult time.
Jon and Amy Erickson

I am sorry to hear about Rose's passing.

I have such wonderful memories of her. She was such a creative person - sewing a trendsetting outfit in no time at all. (She would have easily won on Project Runway.)

What I found so endearing about Rose is that she always had it together. One would never know she's the mother of 8 children. She made everything look so effortless and was a great role model. God bless and rest in peace.

We will all miss your Mom as we do your Dad. You were such a special part of our family as you kids were growing up. We are so sorry that we can't be there for the visitation and funeral but we are there in our thoughts. Take care and know that we love you all.

Mary I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

On behalf of the Yeakel family, Jim and Aggie, Jim Jr, Mike, myself and Kelly (Flecker), our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Gildner and Donvan families. Aunt Rose was a beautiful and wonderful woman, whom we all loved and will miss very much.

My deepest sympathy to you, Dr. Gildner, and your entire family on the loss of your mother. You will all remain in my prayers.

I wish to extend condolences to all of the Gildner-Witous and Donovan families at Aunt Rose's passing on behalf of Connie, Theresa, myself, Marguerite and Colleen. It always felt like the sun was shining in Aunt Rose's presence. We look forward to sharing memories and celebrating a life well lived. Until then you are all in our hearts and prayers. Respectfully, Jim Donovan