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Rebecca (Detert) Engstrom lit a candle
Monday, February 1, 2021
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Rebecca (Detert) Engstrom posted a condolence
Monday, February 1, 2021
I, too, have so many memories of Rose, and she was a very important person in my life. I grew up in the Faith Homes and remember when Rose first came. I loved her long curly hair, her upbeat and artistic nature! And she had such an interesting way of moving her mouth when she spoke...
I soon learned that she was one of the Faith Homes most awesome cook - making things like Chinese egg rolls from scratch, cherry coffee cake, not horrible things like lima bean casserole and black eyed peas. Rose was there for all the mileposts of my life, like when I had cancer as a teenager, when I got engaged, my wedding. She threw a HUGE wedding shower with decorations and food that was so personal! And she made 100s of cookies and chocolate-dipped strawberries for my wedding reception!! When my first child was born we named her Talia Rose in honor of Rose, because they would share a March birthday and because Rose was such a wonderful person for my daughter to be named after. Rose is probably one of the most, if not THE most generous, loving, self-giving, joyous, present, honest persons I have ever had the privilege to be close to. She was so encouraging and always gave you her full attention, allowing you to be yourself and drawing out the best within you. She really demonstrated a quality of Jesus that so few today seem to be able to show forth. It is rare, and I would agree with Paul Rusch, that Rose is as close to a saint as I have experienced. Thank you to the whole Simon family, and particularly the ones I know best, Pat and Lucille, for being yourselves as God made you, creating such a warm and supportive family that has blessed many outside of your own clan. I know we will all miss Rose dearly and its hard to imagine life without her sharing in it. Both Rhoda (Thomas) Shipman and I caught ourselves thinking after the funeral “Oh, we have to tell Rose...” The pang of sadness in realizing over again that she is not here to share all those little thoughts with is painful. I am so glad we have a hope for the future, a forever future, where we will not only be all together again, but never worry about time passing, old age, or how we can travel to visit one another. We look forward to the day when we can all have another meal with Rose, as I am sure she will be perfecting lots of recipes in heaven and her laugh, her smiling eyes, and the special way she loves will fill the space. Rose, we love you, we miss you...now go sight-seeing up there with all your loved ones and most of all your dearest friend, Jesus. After I had heard that Rose had passed, I was talking to the Lord and surprised by what I sensed Him say, “Now I am close to Rose the way I have always wanted.” Rose is home.
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Marilyn Hughes posted a condolence
Sunday, January 31, 2021
We have known Rose for over 40 years. Whenever, we came to visit in the Faith Homes she was always “the best and most gracious hostess”. We both loved flowers and every time we came she gave me some violets to take home. Then when she got sick she passed on several to me. I will always think of her when I see them. In June 2015, we were at the meeting house getting ready for morning service, when my husband experienced four strokes. Rose immediately took charge and called 911, while I called our son. It was such a help to me to have her step right in and relieve me of added stress. I will be forever grateful to her and that we were there at that time. She will be greatly missed, but so happy she is pain free and rejoicing in a better place. We are praying for her family, friends, and coworkers to be blessed and comforted.
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Tarrah Teigland Grabler uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, January 30, 2021
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This is the last picture I have with Rose, taken in November of 2019. It's one of many, many times I was invited into that kitchen, where I'd chat with her, Lucille, my grandma, my mom, one of the many people staying at the Faith Home. What fond memories I have of the conversations we'd have around that table. My mom grew up attending church at the Faith Home, and as a kid, what a marvel I thought the house itself was - a huge, "mysterious" basement (its only real mystery being that it was really big and had lots of rooms!), the seemingly endless staircases that led to all sorts of cool rooms...I loved going there to visit. I've never known a life without Rose. From my childhood to my high school graduation party where she helped my mom create enough food (including Rose's delicious sausage rolls) for an army, to she and Lucille visiting me in my dorm at Evangel (bearing very silly and thoughtful gifts), to her visits to Colorado when my family moved here. For the past probably ten years, she's also supported my work with missionary kids, giving to me even when I know she wasn't what the world would call rich. I recall a time in college when Rose and Lucille came to our house in Zion, and I cooked turkey croquettes for them. They ate them and told me that I had the "marriage seal of approval", that I could now get married because I was able to cook. Twenty years later, and having been married for all of six months, I wonder just how good those croquettes were or weren't, haha :). I am so very glad that, even though it was only for an hour, my husband got to meet with her. He was able just in those short minutes to see how much her life radiated Jesus. Whether it was through her delightful laughter, her thoughtful questions, or her warm hugs, Rose made everyone in her life feel like they were the most important person. She extended hospitality to me every time I visited my hometown of Zion, allowing me to stay with her, entering into conversation and sharing life with friends I wanted her to meet, taking me to the Botanic Garden and out to the Greek restaurant or the old Rook's. Rose was a dear, dear friend of my mom's, to the point that Rose was the one my mom wanted to speak at her own memorial service, knowing that Jesus would be praised. While I'm sad that I no longer get to have conversations with either of them on this side of heaven, it makes it all the sweeter to know that I have so much to look forward to, and knowing that they get to praise Jesus together. Rose, you are so missed, but I have been impacted for eternity by the life you lived here. Thank you for always pointing my eyes to Jesus.
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Corrie Leopold Lee posted a condolence
Friday, January 29, 2021
It is difficult to find a place to start when there are so many wonderful qualities to reflect on and remember about Rose! A few that come to mind are faithful, joyful, and contented with her Jesus. As we all remember her beautiful smile and the loving kindness she lavished on all of us, we feel deeply the loss of her presence here for it is a great loss. Yet knowing she is where she wants to be with Jesus, and knowing that as we worship our Great Savior she is right there with us worshipping at His feet brings comfort. When I told my little boy who had been faithfully praying for Rose daily for months that grandma was with her last night and she went to meet Jesus, he got a huge smile through his sadness and gave me a big hug through my tears, and replied, “Jesus saved the day!” Truly for our beautiful sister in Christ who was suffering and needed to go to her eternal home, Jesus released her and took her home. To her family who she loved deeply with all her heart, I am so very sorry for your loss. With sincere gratitude for her beautiful life, Corrie (Leopold) Lee
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Talia Rose lit a candle
Friday, January 29, 2021
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My middle name was given to me in honor of dear Aunt Rose <3. Rose loved me dearly, and faithfully cooked for me or took me out for a birthday lunch ever year. I remember she had me over once during highschool, and made me chicken salad on croissants, because she knew I loved chicken salad. I remember laughing a lot because she was so down-to-earth and honest. It makes my heart happy to know that she is wearing her crown of honor and glory with Jesus Christ her Savior and best friend. We love you so much, Rose, and we can’t wait to see you again in the new world.
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Loretta Williams posted a condolence
Friday, January 29, 2021
My family and I had the pleasure of meeting Rose when she came to Boston to teach in a Christian school. We became friends and had many fun times together.
In November 2019 - before Covid 19 - a friend and I had the opportunity to visit Rose at the Faith Home. We spent three enjoyable days with Rose, her sister Lucille, and her Faith Home family. We laughed, ate a lot, and did some site seeing. Rose was always the gracious hostess in spite of how she was feeling.
Although we will miss her very much, we know that she is with Jesus, the love of her life.
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Valarie Brandt (Dillenbeck) posted a condolence
Friday, January 29, 2021
Rose and I were born the same year and enjoyed seeing each other as we made time for birthday breakfasts, hers in March and mine in July. Rose is one of those people I could bare my soul to and receive empathy and excellent advice if I asked for it. She was one of the few people I know who loved unconditionally. We both hoped, in our younger years, to be pursued and married. She never did and accepted her lot with grace and surrender to God's will. (I married after 37 years of widowhood.) I will miss Rose for her steadfastness, joy, love, and infrequent companionship. She just gave and gave and gave. And now she is enjoying her just reward in the Presence of Jesus Whom she loved and adored. My heartfelt sympathy to the family, Pat and Lucille especially, for we grew in love, along with Rose, in the Faith Homes.
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Paula posted a condolence
Thursday, January 28, 2021
I remember Rose and all the Simon family as we grew up 2 houses apart. I will remember her laugh and her love of Jesus, and her notes and visits to my mom, Kathryn. I am so sorry for your loss, but we all know where Rose is, and that is with Jesus, her Saviour.
Paula Draves
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Anna Marie posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Rose was my childhood friend and mentor, growing up in the Faith Homes wasn’t easy but she came alongside me and helped me along the way with practical advice, warm meals and spiritual guidance. She will be greatly missed - but I am comforted knowing that she is in the arms of Jesus now.
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Nathan Teigland posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
I will forever have fond memories of Rose’s voice and laughter in my head. Her steadfast faith and selfless ministry to others are now part of her eternal reward. She was a prayer warrior who I am certain brought protection over my life on more than one occasion. Her friendship to my family will forever be remembered. Praying for all of you (Lucille and family) during this time.
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Jeremy and Nicole Simon uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
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Aunt Rose gave unmeasurable support and love to our family. She was the true hands and feet of Jesus. We have so many memories to cherish from birthday dinners, to many game nights and camping. She gave so much advice, prayers and mentorship to Jeremy and I in our starting a church in Racine and was able to see her prayers in action just weeks ago. Rose never missed the kids school or church programs often saving a seat for me. She is such a big part of our lives and A piece of my heart left this earth when she went to heaven. Well done, good and faithful servant! Well done!
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John Curtis posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
I first met Rose 1980 at the Faith Homes and my most enduring memory is her joyfulness and great laugh. Blessings to all her family and the Faith Home team and alumni
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Mary Ann Sternat posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Rose was a wonderful person to know. I enjoy the time that we went to DCTC together and the friendship that we had. I will remember her.
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Dennis Teigland uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
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Rose was and is a dear friend of our family. Our three kids always had a special place in their hearts for Rose; Gloria counted her as one of her dearest friends. (Rose officiated at Gloria's homegoing service.) Such a gracious and unpretending servant to all. "Until the new horizon..." Miss you dearly.
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David Milford posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
I first met Rose at the Faith Homes shortly before I left foe the mission field. From day one she carried an appreciation and willingness to put the needs of others before her own. Jesus was her beloved husband, she was a rare person who will be greatly missed by all of us who knew her.
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Troy Tabor posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Rose was an blessing to us in so many ways over the years. While we greatly appreciated her support of our missions work, we valued her friendship and the conversations we had with her even more. We had hoped to be able to sit down with her in the coming months when we plan to be in the USA for another of those times of sharing, but it will have to wait now for a bit longer until we meet together again in His Kingdom.
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Pam and Tom Wolski posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
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We so appreciated Rose’s loving and joyful hospitality, teaching, and prayers during the several times we stayed at Zion Faith Homes over the years. She, along with the rest of the wonderful staff (Becky, Dave, and Beverly), showed us the love and grace of the Lord and helped us to know the importance of spending quality time with Him and in His Word. We can still see her radiant smile and hear her joyous laugh—a beautiful woman both inside and out. We will miss her, and we look forward to seeing her in eternity! Much love and blessings, Pam and Tom Wolski
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Eliana Falibene posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Aunt Rose is in my earliest memories. She is one of the people in the foundations of my life who taught me what love is, and I knew the source through her was Jesus. She and others like her are the reason I turned to Jesus in my decision to surrender my life to Him. Even at my weakest and worst, Aunt Rose never changed toward me. She loved me with unconditional love without doors closed in her heart. She never gave up on me, as Jesus never did. I used to think that it was the Faith Homes itself that was such a safe place for me and my family, but Aunt Rose's presence, warmth and Love was one of the reasons that made the Fatih Homes a home for my family and a continual refuge over the years. She was a light in storms on behalf of Jesus so many times for our family. She will be greatly missed by the Falibene's, but we all rejoice with her that she is with Jesus, the one she loved most of all.
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Thomas Simon uploaded photo(s)
Monday, January 25, 2021
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Paul McNutt lit a candle
Monday, January 25, 2021
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Rose special to Barbara, Dawn
and me. She was a true example of a loving, kind servant of the Lord. She always had a smile and good advice. She showed what it meant to finish life well. She will be missed but her legacy of living for Christ effectively lives on. Paul & Barbara McNutt, Dawn Gregory
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Will uploaded photo(s)
Monday, January 25, 2021
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In the short time that I've known Aunt Rose, she quickly became one of the kindest, faithful, and full-of-joy people I've ever known. A truly wonderful woman who always placed her faith at her core. She will be missed by me and so many others whose lives she touched.
O God, who by the glorious resurrection of your Son Jesus Christ destroyed death, and brought life and immortality to light: Grant that your servant Rose, being raised with him, may know the strength of his presence, and rejoice in his eternal glory; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, forever. Amen.
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Paul Rusch posted a condolence
Monday, January 25, 2021
I will always remember Rose as a kind, forgiving and merciful friend. Hers was a joyful, steady and calming presence. She embodied the love of Christ. If there are saints in this world, and I suspect there might be, she is one of them.
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Ruthe Tarrant posted a condolence
Monday, January 25, 2021
Aunt Rose has known me my entire life from the moment I showed up at the Faith Homes as a crying 6 week old baby in 1991. She along with Aunt Pat and Aunt Lucille have had a major positive impact on my life and my Falibene cousins. She loved us all and we all knew it. She would write us little cards and always sign with her signature xoxo Aunt Rose. I still remember asking what it meant and of course, no surprise when I learned that it meant she was sending us hugs and kisses. She was the most loving, warm, and kind person I think I have ever known. Many of us will need to step up our game to fill the void in the world. She will be greatly missed but I am so thankful that she is now with Jesus and many other we love in Heaven.
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Gary and Rhoda Shipman posted a condolence
Monday, January 25, 2021
We have known Rose for so many years and she has been such an encouragement and support to our whole family, she has always been so loving and so giving-she made sure she had all the time in the world for us and for so many others. We are praying for the whole Simon Family and we love you all very much. God bless and keep you in His Peace.
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The family of Rose Simon uploaded a photo
Monday, January 25, 2021
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