"Emily and I, Debra, Rosemary's daughter-in-law for 19 years, visited with Rosemary Memorial Day Weekend this year. As we sang to her and told her we loved her she smiled and even sang in her way "La, La, La". I knew we were connecting with her! Since Rosemary was part of the fabric of my life for over 21 years, I have always appreciated her zest for life, her friendliness with all kinds of people, her unmatched interest in learning and experiencing new things, and her cheer and joy that came through in her wonderful laugh/giggle! I cherish her as "Oma" to me, the girls and her son, Marc! My thanks to Fred and Amy for hosting us when we came for our visit! Fred, you have been there for your Mother for so many years! May you reap the blessings of your wonderful care for your Mother! Eternal rest and peace, dear Rosemary! Now you have joined Herb, Marc, Grandma & Grandpa Moore, and your Father along with your two sisters and brother in the "land of the living"! Your journey of faith is complete! Debra (Walker, Levinson) Casleton, daughter-in-law "
In loving memory of
Rosemary Levinson
September 4, 1921 - July 8, 2015
ROSEMARY LEVINSON
MUSCATINE, Iowa - Rosemary Levinson, 93, of Muscatine, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2015, at Lutheran Living.
Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, July 13, 2015, at the Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home. Reverend Todd Hessel and Lino Padilla will officiate. Burial will take place at 3:30 p.m. at the Logan Cemetery in Melbourne.
Visitation will be from 2 until 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, 2015, at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Mulford Evangelical Free Church.
Rosemary was born on September 4, 1921, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of William Alexander and Clara Patz McKeighan. She married Herbert L. Levinson on September 27, 1947, in Wilmette, Illinois. He preceded her in death on March 6, 1978.
She attended several churches in the Muscatine area. She enjoyed bible studies, teaching piano, and gardening; and her special hobby was making homemade Christmas cards.
Rosemary had a great love for her savior, Jesus, and a real heart for the needy.
Those left to honor her memory include one son, Fred Levinson and wife, Amy, of Muscatine; two daughters, Madi Levinson of Boise, Idaho, and Cori Levinson of Peralta, New Mexico; and two grandchildren, Emily Claire of Boston Massachusetts and Elizabeth Levinson of Carbondale, Illinois.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one son, Marc Levinson; two sisters, Sally Casad and Doris Warden; and one brother, Robert McKeighan.
Tributes
"I posted a video below of a memory with Oma (as we called her), Liz (my sister), and my dad Marc (Oma's son). We visited her in Sept 2008 and she played for us. I am sorry I could not be at the funeral service, but I am happy I got to visit Oma in May with my mom Debra. I am thinking of all of you. "
"Rosemary was a dear friend when I lived in Muscatine in the 90's. She was a godly mentor...and is now rejoicing in her new life with Christ. I will never forget her."
"Anytime that Rosemary's name has ever been mentioned my husband (Ted) has always said, "She is probably the Godliest woman I know." He told me earlier today that, "There was never a time I saw her that she was not full of the joy of the Lord." Extraordinary woman that left a lasting mark on her great-nephew's heart."
"Aunt Rosemary was the greatest aunt we could hope for. She was always cheerful and met everyone with a smile. She was so generous. She sent me money for months so I could keep my children in preschool at the church. I remember the fun we had when she visited the Warden farm especially on holidays. She like riding the horses and riding the winter sled pulled by our pony Cuppy.Her homemade cards where inspiring as they usually contained a Bible verse. There are so many great memories which I will cherish forever. "
"I will always remember Aunt Rosemary's joy for life which came from the Lord. She also got me interested in knitting which became a lifetime pleasure of mine."
"So sorry for your loss. Rosemary was a wonderful lady to know and I so enjoyed her piano playing. I think I first met her while attending Foursquare Church. I am sure she is enjoying all the music of heaven now. May your memories of her bring you comfort as well as God's love for you. Grace Steckman"
"We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Rosemary. While we know your loved one will be deeply missed may you keep her alive through shared memories. We will be thinking of you all through this difficult time. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. "
"I am so deeply sorry for your families loss. May your loving memories give you comfort and console you during this difficult time."