Birth date: Sep 19, 1950 Death date: May 17, 2008
Rosalia Marie “Rose” Kerns, 57, of Decatur, died Saturday, May 17, 2008 at her home with her family at her side, after a courageous battle with cancer. Rose was born September 19, 1950, in Chicago, the daughter of Ronald N. and Ma Read Obituary
Even though I have not lived in Decatur for nearly a decade, I remember Rose. I used to tell her she was well-named as her hair seemed the color of a rose to me.She was a great co-leader and friend; we worked in La Leche together. My condolences to Joe, Elizabeth, Katherine, and Kevin…and to her grandchildren. Aurora, IL US
Hello Joe and Children:Please accept my sincere sympathy and that of my children at this difficult time for you. God has welcomed a beautiful, warm caring wife and mother with Him and she is now at peace in His loving embrace.I have always admired Rose for her soft, quiet way of getting the job done. She was a wonderful partner at the St Thomas/OLOL Preschool and I will treasure those memories. She wore many hats and juggled many schedules with what seemed to be ease, certainly with the grace that was Rose. I will always remember her for her kind words and a sweet smile. She will be missed. Springfield, IL 62711, IL US
Joe, Kevin and family; You have my deepest sympathy. I always admired the quiet, lady-like nature of Rose. Such a good woman within a fine family. You are in our prayers. Decatur, IL US
Rose was a wonderful and caring friend and a delight to work with. I remember her wonderful smile and how happy she was to "show off" the family photos from the Disney World trip. She was so proud of her family, they meant the world to her. She will be missed greatly. Please accept my deepest sympathies. Decatur, IL US
Joe and family, Our prayers are with you all during this difficult time. We will remember how kind, and loving Rose was as our girls became friends. May all your wonderful memories comfort you at this time.Linda and Dennis Anderson Decatur, IL US
Joe, I worked at the law office with Rose. She was the sweetest woman on Earth. When my husband was diagnosed with cancer and then I was in the hospital with Pneumonia, she donated to me some of her vacation days to help me, since we had no money coming in. That was sweet little Rose. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this great loss of such a special lady. Sincerely,Valerie Pressley Johnston City, IL US
Jim and I would like to offer our condolences in your great loss. Your family will be in our prayers. –Jim & Cheryl Decatur, IL US
Joe, you & your family are in our thoughts & prayers. Rose was such a nice person. She will be missed.All of us at Decatur Animal Clinic. Decatur, IL US
Elizabeth and Family,I am so sorry to hear about your mother. It has been a long time since we spoke but I still remember how your Mom always had such a grace about her. You all will be in my thoughts through this difficult time for your family.~AmyHeindselmanHamilton Decatur, IL US
Kathy and Family-We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. You are in our thoughts and prayers.Love,Nicole and Colin Boyle Arlington Heights, IL US
