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Rita Rose Obituary
PEORIA - Rita D. Rose, 56, of Peoria died Sunday, Dec. 16, 2007, at her home from metastasized pancreatic cancer.
Born Sept. 11, 1951, in Peoria to Max S. and Juanita Walker (Walking Stick) Brewer, she married Mark A. Rose on Dec. 27, 1980, in Peoria. He survives.
Mrs. Rose is also survived by two daughters, Abigail Rose (Stephen Howeler) of Peoria, and Joey Rose (Stephen Smullin) of Peoria Heights; two beloved grandchildren, Nina Smullin and Stephen Smullin; her mother, Juanita Brewer of Peoria; her cousin, Tina (Greg) Boyer of Peoria, whom she reared; three brothers, Joe (Chris) Brewer of Canton, Allen (Debbie) Brewer of Peoria and Walter Brewer of Peoria; four nieces, Marcie, Sarah, Jamie and Cayse Brewer; and numerous relatives in and near Tahlequah, Okla.
She was preceded in death by her father and a nephew, Todd.
Mrs. Rose, of Native American heritage with a Certified Degree of Indian Blood, was enrolled as a citizen of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma.
She was a graduate of Richwoods High School and received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Western Illinois University.
She enjoyed 17 years employment at Kiefer School of the Children's Home Association as a teacher of special needs children. She last taught in May of 2007.
She was of the Christian faith.
Rites of cremation will be accorded and by her wishes a private family memorial will be held.
Schmidt-Haller Burial and Cremation Services in East Peoria is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Rose and family wished to express particular thanks to Methodist Hospital Hospice Services for their kindness and care during her illness.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Children's Home Association of Illinois, 2130 N. Knoxville Ave., Peoria, IL 61603, or to a charity of the donor's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Rita Rose
Danielle Blair and Annette Boucher
December 26, 2007
Joey,
My mom and I were saddened to see the loss of your mother..We have many memories with your family from all the years of school at Lindbergh and Richwoods. We just wanted you to know we are thinking of you..
Christi Smith
December 25, 2007
my Dear Mark,
I loved Rita. I knew her since she was 15.She was the most beautiful girl. She was for the underdog, the most needy, she was their advocate.I wasnt surprised to hear she used her last 17 years helping teach special kids.Rita, like her family, were helpers to everyone.Her Dad, Max used to fix our car when we didnt have the money to get it fixed.He fixed it for free. Her mom used to cook for us and have us over when we had little for Sunday dinner.Rita had a wonderful heritage of good people in her family.Her life was helping others, never being condescending, getting through whatever life gave her.Mark you were admired by us.It was evident to all how much you loved her.You were a great husband and father.My heart goes out to you.She had a million dollar smile and a great big heart for others.You two made a difference in our world of needy people.May her tribute live on.
Burt raabe
December 24, 2007
Dear Mark
I just heard about your wife's passing. So sorry,
Burt
Eunice & James Rutherford
December 20, 2007
To the Rose Family,
Rita was a beautiful girl, full of smiles. I remember those Beautiful Dimples when she smiled. But you know God was looking over his rose garden for a beautiful rose to pluck and he saw Rita was the most beautiful one, so he took her.
Stay strong and be of good courage and God will see you through this most difficult time. I am praying for you.
Love,
Sharon Inman/ Mitchell
December 20, 2007
Mark and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on loss of your beautiful wife, mother and grandmother.
Erin Camp
December 20, 2007
Mr. Rose my prayers go out to you and your family. Your are in our thoughts.
Wilma (Donelle's mother) Salvetti
December 20, 2007
Mark, Girls and Juanita, It was a very sad day for me when I heard Rita's life was taken from her. I have thought of her every day. My condolences go out to all of you.
Denise & Glenn Cecil (Donelles' sister)
December 20, 2007
Mark,Juanita and family,
So sorry for your loss. May God be with you all.
Bob Couri
December 20, 2007
Mark,
Sorry to hear about Rita's passing my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bob
Silvia Gonzales-Rucker
December 19, 2007
My condolances to the entire family. I admired and looked up to Rita when I was growing up and wanted to be like her.
She will be missed.
Theresa H
December 19, 2007
I too am totally shocked about Rita's passing. I worked with Rita at John Pearl & Assoc. I always wondered how she was doing and her family. I remember her beautiful smile. I will miss her. God bless you all and always thank God for his beautiful angel.
Mario Rutherford & Family
December 19, 2007
We will miss Rita....she was just like an Aunt to me! My love to all the family.
Reed Cooper
December 19, 2007
Mark, Girls, & Juanita,
I feel at a loss as to what to say. I will miss Rita and I know you will miss her so much more than me. We have been and are still praying for all of you!
Love,
Reed & Betty
Joe McIntyre
December 19, 2007
I am very sorry for your loss.
DIANE HOEFT
December 19, 2007
JUANITA AND FAMILY, I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. I HAVEN'T SEEN RITA FOR YEARS, BUT I DO REMEMBER THE FUN TIMES WE HAD WHEN WE WERE YOUNGER AND ATTENDING CHURCH TOGETHER. TAKE CARE
Tamya Roberts
December 19, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about Rita's passing. I am the niece of Mimi Rutherford in Peoria IL,. My aunt spoke well of her and the Rose Family. My prayer's are with all the family and friend's of Rita.
L. Graham
December 19, 2007
To Mr. Rose and Family:
May God comfort you and give you his peace.
Betty Hunt
December 19, 2007
May God bless you an your family in this time of sorrow.
Mimi, Bernie & Mario Rutherford
December 19, 2007
We love you guys so much! You are in our thoughts and prayers. We sure have some great memories!!!
dave adams
December 19, 2007
Allen & Walt and family sorry to hear my condoleces
R Proctor
December 19, 2007
Rita was an extraordinary example of strength and grace. She will be missed by many.
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