Rose Marie Thrower

Rose Marie Thrower, 88 years old, passed peacefully from her family’s loving arms to His outstretched hands, April 2, 2016 at Jackson Manor where she had resided since March 16, 2011 after suffering a massive stroke November 1, 2010. Rose Marie was born June 11, 1927 to William T. Spears and Willie B. Spears in Sikeston, MO. She was one of six children who preceded her in death; Almabelle Spears Bailey, Daniel Spears, Juanita Spears Powell, James W. “Bud” Spears and Joyce Spears Jones. Rose married Charles F. Thrower Sr., June 10th 1948, who died in an automobile accident May 2, 1982. They had eight children; Charles F. Thrower, Jr., “Tooter” (Judy), Cape Girardeau, MO., Thomas H. Thrower, who preceded her in death October 19, 2007, Theresa “Terrie” McCarter (Hal), Dyersburg, TN, Anthony “Tony” Thrower (Teresa) Jackson, MO, Timothy Thrower, Jackson, MO, Tyrone “Tyke” Thrower, Advance, MO, Tyler Thrower, Cape Girardeau, MO and Tamela “Tammi” Pettet (Jack), Fort Walton Beach, FL. She is survived by 17 grandchildren, Trae Thrower, Jon Thrower, Zachary Thrower, Jerimy D. Obergoenner, Jill Dawn Watkins, Stephanie Jackson, Travis Thrower, Austin Thrower, Reagan Thrower, Kacie Stroud, Talor Li, Tucker Thrower, Ashley Thrower, Jessica Johnson, Connor Thrower, Drake Douglas, and Baili Pettet. Also surviving are 12 Great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and friends. Rose Marie was notorious for her infamous cooking, especially chicken pot pie. She worked as a cook for SEMO University, and several barge companies. Prior to her “professional” career, she cared for numerous children in her home while her children were at home and in school. She loved everyone she met and greeted everyone with a big hug and a smile. Her love for God and family were always foremost in her life. She had many hobbies; cooking of course, quilting, music, Cardinal Baseball, and of course, an occasional trip to pull a slot handle. The family would like to thank everyone who came to spend time with her, praying for her and our family, but especially Jackson Manor for the incredible care and love they showed her, along with Southeast Hospice. Visitation for Rose will be Monday April 4, 2016 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Ford and Sons Mt. Auburn Funeral Home. Funeral service will be Tuesday April 5, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Stan Hargis officiating. Burial will be Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. at Dexter City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to Southeast Hospice.

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Rose Marie Thrower

June 11, 1927 - April 2, 2016