Roseanne de Vlaming

1946 - 2016

After a long struggle with cancer, Roseanne passed away August 10, 2016. She received wonderful Hospice care in her home for 10 months and passed away with her husband Victor and son Darin at her side. Many friends contributed to her care during these months. Noted for strength of character, kindness, positive outlook, supportive nature and graceful presence, she deeply touched the lives of many. Born in Greenville, TX on May 22, 1946, Roseanne was the hearing daughter of deaf parents. Along with a deaf older brother Gene, the family lived in Dallas during Roseanne's school years. Roseanne completed a BS degree at the University of Texas, Austin and a master's degree in marine botany at UT Marine Science Institute. It was at UTMSI that Roseanne met Victor de Vlaming. Roseanne and Victor were married on May 5, 1973 and lived in Milwaukee, Wisconsin until 1980. Son Darin was born on April 1, 1976. Roseanne began her career as a sign language interpreter in Milwaukee. Upon arrival in Sacramento, Roseanne continued her career as a sign language interpreter. Eventually she opened her own sign language interpreting business which served the deaf community for 15 years. Her business specialized in medical interpreting. She also taught sign language at local colleges. After retiring Roseanne became closely involved with Sacramento Insight Meditation and an energy healing group. A grand joy in her last months was grandson Brady, born March 23, 2015. A celebration of life memorial service is being planned for our dear Roseanne in late September here in Sacramento. For more information contact Victor at 916-718-8290.