Rosemary Schmeltz
1949 - 2017
Rosemary Schmeltz
1949 - 2017
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BORN
1949
DIED
2017
Rosemary Schmeltz Obituary
Rosemary was born April 18, 1949, in Kansas City, MO, to Vincent and Rosemary Schmeltz. She is survived by her brothers Vincent Jr., Stephen, Jeffrey (Catherine), Justin (Joan), and Martin; and her sisters Janice (Thomas) Steck and Louise (Thomas) Starr. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her sister Karen DeMilt.
Rosemary was a life-time resident of the Kansas City area, graduated from Loretto Academy in 1967, was a long-time employee of Bullseye Sales, and a member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church. Her life was dedicated to being the best-ever aunt to her 33 nieces and nephews and 59 great-nieces and nephews.
The visitation will be at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 3106 Flora Ave., KC, MO 64109 at 9:00 AM Friday, July 28, 2017 with Rosary and 9:30 AM and Funeral Mass at 10:00 AM. Burial will follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church or The Franciscan Sisters of Christ the King, 1409 E. Meyer Blvd., KC, MO 64131.
Condolences may be offered at www.passantinobros.com
David Pease
July 20, 2022
The Schmeltz family is embedded in memories of Main Street, Waldo, and Ste. Karen was wonderful, My condolences to the whole family.
Michelle Kuzmic
August 8, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about this. I worked with Rosemary for years as she was my vendor contact and was always so nice. She will be missed dearly. Prayers for her family.
David Pease
August 3, 2017
I am sorry to hear of Rosemary's dying. I grew up in Waldo and was always interested in your family news. Our mothers were bridge partners. My condolences to the entire family. May Rosemary's love and warmth always be with you.
Hattie Kennedy
July 28, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Roesemary. I remember her beautiful smile and her laughter, and always joking around with Louise and my dad, Joe Pfeifauf. Sending my deepest sympathy to the entire family.
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Diane Ward
July 28, 2017
I am sending my prayers for Rosemary to speed her along path and to her family as you celebrate her life and mourn her passing. I recall Rosemary's genuine and loving presence. One of God's best works! We were high school classmates at Loretto.
Colleen Crane Miller
July 27, 2017
Rosemary and I were classmates and good friends at Loretto Academy. I will always remember her bright smile and the fun we had as teenagers.
My sympathy to her family members. May she rest in peace.
Mary K Parks Vaughn
July 27, 2017
I extend my sympathy to Rosemary's family. I was a classmate of hers at Loretto Academy and have nothing but positive memories of her as a student. I pray God will grant His perfect peace to you in your grief.
Donna Chinn-Brown
July 27, 2017
To the family,
My deepest sympathy to all of you. I was her classmate at Loretto. She was in most of my classes. May God bless your family.
Scott Engel
July 27, 2017
Martin: Sorry for your loss and am thinking about you and the boys. Will be in town 8/5 - 8/12, hoping we can meet up.
Marianne Kelly-Sears
July 27, 2017
Rosemary and I were best friends in grade school at St. E. So sorry to read of her passing. I have so many fond memories of all of you at 75th and Main. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Justin Schmeltz
July 26, 2017
Sister, I am seeing you with Mom & Dad and Karen; laughing in the sunshine, thrilled with being together again. No earthly bonds, just joy and love. We miss you. Love, Justin
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