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Rosalie Wood Obituary

SPRINGFIELD - Rosalie Wood, 76, of Springfield passed away at 6:10 P.M. on Friday, March 27th, 2009, at St. John's Hospital in Springfield.

She was born October 20th, 1932, in Elkhart, Illinois, the daughter of Rosier H. and Thelma (Bosaw) Harriss. She married Walter L.M. Wood on September 16th, 1950, in Springfield.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, George Harriss; stepbrothers, Louis and William Walls; and stepsister, Mary Ann Walls.

She is survived by her husband, Walter; sons, Keith "Woody" (Flo) Wood and C.J. (Stacey) Wood; daughters, Deb (Ed) Smith, Kathy (Kevin) Groesch and Nancy (Phil) Bosie; brother, Carl (Miriam) Harriss; stepsister, Lorraine (George) Taylor; 12 grandchildren, Don, Chris, and Craig (Heather) Smith, Michelle (Scott) Bee, Jen (Ron) Holliday, Kevin and Kristy Groesch, Michael Chapman, Kayla and Bradley Bosie, Michael and Lindsey Wood;

and 16 great-grandchildren.

She retired in 2008 from The IL. Dept. of Aging in Springfield after 20 years.

She was a member of Calvary Temple Christian Center, where she participated in a Life Group, had assisted in the nursery and volunteered for many years at the Hope Thrift Center. She loved spending time with her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren and also enjoyed reading and gardening. She was loved by all who knew her and will be greatly missed.

Visitation will be held Monday, March 30th, 2009, from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. at Staab Funeral Home in Springfield. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, March 31st, at Calvary Temple Christian Center. Reverend Paul Rose will officiate. Interment will be held at Roselawn Memorial Park.

Memorials may be made to Calvary Temple Christian Center.

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Published by The State Journal-Register from Mar. 29 to Mar. 30, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Rosalie Wood

21 Entries

Renee Homolka

April 11, 2009

Uncle Walt, Kieth, Debbie, Kathy, Nancy and CJ - I think of you everyday, continue to pray for you, and know that there is an emptiness that no one else can know because of the very special part Aunt Rosalie had to each and everyone of you. Know that others think of you when you are feeling lonely and alone. God bless you.

Becky Brown

April 1, 2009

I worked with Rosalie several years ago at the Dept. of Revenue and she was very special to me. I know her family was her world because she spoke of you all often. Rosalie was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Carrie (Wood) Humes

March 31, 2009

Uncle Walt & family,

So sorry to hear of Aunt Rosalie's passing. She was a wonderful person and always had a smile on her face. May knowing that family and friends are thinking of you and praying for you comfort you in the days ahead.

Take Care & God Bless,

Jennifer Masten

March 31, 2009

Jennifer & Family,

So sorry to hear that your grandma passed away. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Please let me know if I can do anything for you.

Love ya, sis.

Edie LeMasters

March 30, 2009

I worked with Rosalie 20 yrs ago in Data Entry at the Dept. of Revenue. She always had a smile for everyone. I'm sorry for your loss, may God comfort you and give you peace.

Lisa Eden

March 30, 2009

Rosalie was a wonderful woman. I know her family will miss her. I will keep you all in my prayers

Kenneth Wheeler

March 30, 2009

Walter, I am sorry to learn of your wife's passing. She was a classmate of my wife, Pat Peter. Call me one of these days & let's get together real soon.
With sincere condolance,
Kenny Wheeler

carrie fitzsimmons

March 30, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

March 30, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Beth Shields

March 30, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss Rosalie was such a caring mother, grandmother and friend. She will be missed so much by all who knew her. Please accept our condolences.
Mike, Beth, Cody, Stpehen Shields (Springfield, IL)

Harry & Peggy Moore

March 30, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Deb and Fred Doerfler

March 30, 2009

We are sorry to hear of your loss. We'll keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.

The Arnold and Catlin Family

March 29, 2009

Please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of your Dearest Rosalie, a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many. We know of the closeness of your family and the wonderful memories that you have created. May your love and memories give each of you Peace and Comfort. Love,

Rodney

March 29, 2009

Sorry to hear about your loss. I know you feel pain now, but it will get easier with time.

Joel W. Lohr

March 29, 2009

Uncle Walt and family,

So sorry to hear of Aunt Rosalie's passing. I know it is painful for you now, but know that you are being prayed for in the days to come that you find hope and comfort in memories and in the prayers of others.

Tiger

Terry Binda

March 29, 2009

We are so sorry for your loss. Uncle Woodie and family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
We love,
Linda and Terry

Michelle Bee

March 29, 2009

Grandma I miss you very much. I know that some day we will meet again. Enjoy your eternal life as an angel. You left me with so many precious memories. Thank you for that. I love you very much Grandma.

Michelle Linda

Shelly Bayha

March 29, 2009

We are so sorry to hear of Aunt Roselies passing. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Love,
Shelly and Emily Bayha

Dale & Debbie Wood

March 29, 2009

Our thoughts are with you, Uncle Walt and all the family at this sad time. May your great memories comfort you in the days and weeks ahead.

Rick and Lori Williamson

March 29, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

Jennifer Holliday

March 29, 2009

Granny

She was our matriarch, the backbone of our family, and the spiritual glue that held us all together. She was a woman who I was proud to call “Granny”. She made a loving effort to be involved in all of our lives, doing those little things that only she could do so that we all felt special in her eyes.

From her chocolate chip cookies and cherry pies, to her infamous turkey and noodles, Granny was not just the creator of these family favorites, but she was actually the main ingredient. It wasn’t ever the secret dough, the amount of salt, or even the cooking time, it was the fact that she made them year in and year out regardless, simply because we asked.

Many times, Granny came through without being asked. I remember getting surprise care packages in college, laced with those same chocolate chip cookies and the smell of home. I remember thinking that even though I was 1000 miles away, my Granny was thinking about me. She was everything a Granny should be and more.

Being one of my biggest supporters in sports, she was always a friendly face in some not-so-friendly places. From grade school to college they traveled across the nation to watch me play. I am not sure I ever got to tell her and Grandpa how much that meant to me.

Finally, one of Granny’s greatest gifts were holiday memories and traditions that I will carry and pass on to my children. Granny always made every occasion special. Easter Egg hunts in the front yard has always been one of my favorites. Thanks to Granny’s persistence in family tradition and family values, my children will be able to experience those same joys with our family.

Granny’s faith in God has been a great influence in my life. To know that she is with God now, helps to ease the sadness in my heart.

I love you Granny and will miss you dearly.

Jenny

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