Rose Mary Fedewa., age 91, of Grand Rapids was called to heaven on September 9, 2014 while a resident of Clark Retirement Community. She was born Rose Mary Cook on September 23, 1922 in Lyons, MI, the daughter of Anna Wohlschied and Otto J. Cook. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband of 65 years, Ervin Fedewa, her precious daughter, Mary Lynn Fedewa and her sister Genevieve Bowen. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Sharon (Jim) Murray, Carol (John) O’Donovan, Robert (Cindy) Fedewa, Kim (Steve) Brems; 13 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, her loving husband Ralph Baker and his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren; her beloved sisters, Virginia Olson, Phyllis (Larry) Alden, and Joyce Lareau. Rose and Erve Fedewa, her high school sweetheart, built a good life for themselves in the Grand Rapids area and enjoyed many happy years with family and friends here, at their cottage on Wabasis Lake and at their winter home in Pinellas, FL. Rose was the ultimate wife, mother and homemaker. She will be forever remembered as Nana Rose to her many grandchildren. She was an excellent cook! She loved knitting, crocheting and Scrabble! Rose leaves a lasting legacy of love for all her descendants. She taught us about faith, selfless giving and sacrifice; patience, persistence and unconditional love. Her spirit truly lives on! A visitation with family and friends will be held on Friday 2-4:00 p.m. and 6-8:00 p.m. at O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Chapel, 3980 Cascade Rd. S.E., Grand Rapids, with a vigil service at 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered Saturday 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 1449 Wilcox Park Dr. S.E. Rev. James Chelich presiding. Memorial contributions may be made to Emmanuel Hospice of Grand Rapids, 2161 Leonard NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49505 www.emmanuelhospice.org
