Rose Stechmann
Rose Stechmann, 80, Shawnee, Kansas passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2009.
Her early education was at St. Mary Academy, Independence, Missouri and she was a 1950 graduate of the College of St. Theresa (Avila University) in Kansas City. She had worked for 18 years at Furr’s Cafeteria.She was an active member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, the Shawnee Garden Club and American Legion Auxiliary. Her popularity within the community was the impetus for her to be named Grand Marshal of the 2005 Old Shawnee Days Parade. Rosie was an admirable woman, exhibiting faith, hope and charity in her daily living, words and deeds – a true friend to all.
Rosie was preceded in death by her husband, Donald “Shoe” Stechmann and her son, David. She is survived by three sons, Fr. Michael, O.A.R., of Los Angeles, California, Mark, of the home, and Daniel of Kansas City, Missouri; along with four grandchildren, Josie Hunter, Abby Stechmann, Amanda Stechmann and Matthew Stechmann; and three great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to the Augustinian Recollect Monastery, 29 Ridgeway Avenue, West Orange, New Jersey 07052 or the Sisters, Servants of Mary, 800 N. 18th Street, Kansas City, Kansas 66102.
Visitation and Funeral Service
The Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 27 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 11311 Johnson Dr., Shawnee, Kansas 66203, followed by entombment in the Resurrection Cemetery Mausoleum. Friends may call from 6-8:30 p.m. Friday at the church, where a Rosary will be prayed at 6:00 p.m.
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I remember interviewing Mrs. Stechmann I believe when she was named grand marshal of the Old Shawnee Days parade. I remember she was such a ball of energy and so fun. I was sad to hear of her passing; she was a great member of the community.
We met Mrs. Stechmann at the ordination of Fr. Michael in Oxnard. She was so happy to be there to witness the ordination. We will always remember her radiant smiling face.
Our prayers and thoughts are with the family.
Fred and Gloria
To Fr. Michael and the Stechmann family,
I am deeply sorry for this physical separation from your beloved, Ms Rose! I remember her greeting me with a beautiful smile as she held my hand, like she knew me for a long time. Rest assured of my prayers for the eternal repose of her soul. May the Lord welcome her into his kingdom of everlasting joy! Rest assured also of my prayers for all of you. May the God of hope strengthen your faith in Jesus Christ, the risen Lord who will raise up Ms Rose and all of us on the last day!
Prayerfully
Fr. Marlon Beof, OAR
I have been a neighbor of Rosie’s for 15 years. She would always greet me with a cheerful “Hi neighbor” when she was outside of her house. And my kids loved to trick or treat at Rosie’s house. She was a lovely lady and she will be dearly missed on Stearns street.
Father Michael,
Our condolences are with you and your family. May God bless and offer comfort during this difficult time.
To Father Michael and the Stechmann family,
We would like to send our deepest sympathy to the whole family at this time of physical separation from such a beautiful Rose of God’s garden. We are sure she was in her full bloom to adorn God’s heavenly garden for all eternity. She will wait for our return Home with a shining smile filled with the true joy that she is now enjoying.
United in prayer as you send her forth to her place of rest,
The Servants of Mary, Ministers to the Sick in Oxnard.
When you look up the word Character in the dictionary you will most likely see a photograph of Rosie. I wish that I would have taken it! She was a wonderful woman. She still is!
The Sublette clan sends their love…
Father Michael and Daniel,
Your mother was one of the most wonderful people God ever put on this earth. Even though we never met face to face, her personality came right through the phone. She had such a joy and enthusiasm for life that all of Shawnee will surely miss her light. I am in Houston and looked forward to her calls every holiday and the birthday cards she sent every year will be missed.
Here’s to celebrating her life!
Dear Father Michael, Mark, Dan and family,
My love and sympathy and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of your dear Mother…Of course she will live on in you and the grandchildren and great grandchildren….however, her loss will be greatly felt. Know that you are being remembered in prayer. May Rosie rest in peace.
Love, Sister Patrice, CSC—met you at St. Catherine’s, Ventura
I have so many fond memories of Rosie. She was such a wonderful woman and I am so glad that I got the chance to know her. My thoughts are with her family at this time…
Megan Amos-Bassman
Rosie became a good friend of my mother’s many many years ago. It is sad to read of her passing, I recall her hearty laughter sitting at our kitchen table when I was no more than 8-10 years old. My prayers are with the family at this sad time.
Dear Stechman family, Our Condolences.Be assured that our prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of Rose Stechman. She is now in our fathers arms. Fr. Michael we miss you and we love you. We are praying for you and yours at Cristo Rey.
God Bless
The Franco Family
To My Nanny,
I miss you terribly. It helps reading all of these nice notes all of your friends are leaving. You were so special to so many people. I am so proud to be your Granddaughter. Thank you for always being there for me and for all of your love. I read the book you used to read to me everynight to my new son and think about you. ” I’ll like you always, I’ll love you forever, as long as I’m living my “Nanny” you’ll be” I have some peace knowing you’ll still take care of us and look out for us.
I love you to pieces,
Josie Hunter
Dear Fr. Michael and the Stechman Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. Please accept my condolences. My prayers go with you and Rose.
With blessings & love,
Esmé
To the family of Rosie:
I only met Rosie a hand full of times, and feel truly blessed to have those times. She was pure joy and and shining light. Thank you for those few times Rosie. May God bless your family during this time, and may they remember the way you lived.
I first met Rosie about twenty something years ago. I was at one of her neighbors’ house “Coral “. She always had that smile that made you feel welcome. I also remember Rosie when she worked at Furs Cafeteria, I really enjoyed going there because Rosie was there and so was her smile, happiness you could just feel from her. I will miss her.