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Funeral: 2 p.m. Friday, February 11, 2022, at Xenia Christ United Church
Visitation: 6 until 8 p.m. Thursday, February 10, 2022, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Burial: Campground Cemetery
Rosemary Elizabeth Tackitt, age 83, of Xenia, Illinois, passed away Saturday evening, February 5, 2022, at the Burge House in Flora.
She was born December 11, 1938, in Flora, the daughter of Robert W. and Madge (Painter) Hunter. Rosemary Hunter and Buddy Earl Tackitt were married on September 4, 1965, at Xenia United Methodist Church. Buddy joined the U.S. Army, and together their young family moved and lived in several places, including Germany. Buddy passed away April 17, 2014, after sharing over 48 years of marriage with Rosemary.
Rosemary’s children and grandchildren each hold one-of-a-kind memories that keep the spirit of their mom and grandma close to their heart. Like remembering her putting her feet up while out on the front porch and taking time to watch the birds and admire her flowers. Or even riding along with her as she drove somewhere in a lot less time than it would normally take, because Rosemary was adamant that she “didn’t like other cars trying to pass her.”
She was a lifelong member of Xenia United Methodist Church where she played the organ and piano, and served as a Sunday School and Bible School teacher. She decorated many cakes for others over the years, enjoyed camping and fishing with family, and loved to plant all types of flowers in her yard. She worked for Silgan Plastics for over 20 years, from the time they opened in Flora, until retiring.
Rosemary is survived by her 3 children: Samuel Tackitt of Xenia, Madge (Jason) Grace of Flora, and William (Marsha) Tackitt of Tuscola; 7 grandchildren: Ciera (Cody) Birch, Amanda Wasion, Zacaria Wasion, Jaxsun Grace, Trent Tackitt, Baylee Tackitt, and Brock Tackitt; 5 great-grandchildren: River, Logann, Jake, Alayna, and Jett; 1 sister: Linda Chadwell of Flora; 6 brothers-and-sisters-in-law: Leslie A. (Lynn) Dulaney of Jeromesville, Ohio, Kenneth (Kendra) Dulaney of Flora, Sharon Weaver of Flora, Elaine Dulaney of Flora, Marilyn (Mike) Harper of Noble, and Carolyn (Bill) Frank of Flora; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brother: Garland Hunter and his wife Betty; mother-in-law: Margaret Tackitt Dulaney and her husband Harry; brother-in-law: Jerry Chadwell; 2 nephews: Gary Hunter and Glen Hunter; and a niece: Cindi Branom.
A funeral ceremony will begin at 2 p.m. Friday, February 11, 2022, at Xenia Christ United Church. Burial will follow in Campground Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 until 8 p.m. Thursday evening at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Memorial donations are suggested to The Burge House and will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com
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Madge, Amanda and Family; Our hearts are heavy for you as you deal with the loss of your sweet mother and grandmother. Keep your memories close. She’ll always be with you in your heart. Please know you’re in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time❣️
Our sympathy to Sam, Ciera, Trent and families upon the passing of your Mom/Grandma Rosie. We’re praying for God’s sending of peace and comfort during your time of sorrow.
I am so sorry to hear the loss of Rosemary. She was a sweet lady. I always enjoyed chatting with her before church services. She was a sweet and kind lady with a great sense of humor. l'm sure she will be missed greatly by her family as well as her church family. Prayers for the family.
Sorry for your loss madge, sam, willie n Linda. She was a fabulous woman! Hugs to you all
I want to offer sincere condolences in this difficult time, losing a loved one is miserable for any family. Buddy and I were good friends, and Sam and I worked together at Hella. May the peace be with your family.
So very sorry for the loss of your mother. May God give your family peace and comfort at this time.
So sorry for your loss.
Sorry for your loss. I remember Rosemary and Buddy always sitting out on their porch and she would have those legs up. Great people.
I send my condolences to the family. You're in my thoughts and prayers Sam.
we are so sorry to hear of Rosemary's passing. Prayers for all of her family.
Our sympathies to the family. So sorry for your loss,Madge, Sam, Sharon Weaver and Elaine Dulaney and families.
So sorry for the loss of a long time friend, classmate, and cousin by marriage. We shared many good times - especially at Shiloh. RIP
I remember Rosemary so well from FTHS, class of '56. We took college prep English together senior year. She was very swift intellectually. She once asked me for a date to a dance, but I was way too shy to say yes. My loss, not hers. She'll be missed very much.
Sharon & family, so very sorry for the loss of your sister-in-law. Our prayers and sincere condolences for all of her family.
To Aunt Rosemary we love ànd will miss you when we come down.
Dearest Gayla. So sorry to read of your Mom's passing. I miss you
I remember Rosemary. She was my classmate, class of 1956. A good student and always friendly. I was married to a Xenia man for 61 years and heard her play at the Xenia church several times. She was to be admired.
So sorry for your loss!!
Sam, Willie and Madge and your families, my sympathy to all for the loss of your Mom. I have known Rosemary my entire life since her Mom and your Grandmother Madge was a friend of my Grandma Pansy. I knew both from my earliest memories at Xenia United Methodist Church. Both were sweet ladies and Rosemary could be a lot of fun. So sorry for your loss.
Sam, Zac and family...so sorry for your loss! May God bless you as you move through the period of grief and loss!
I am so so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing Madge, all you children. She was a great Momma and spoke her mind. Loved her for that and so much more. Hugs to you all. ❤
So sorry for your loss Ciera and Ssm. I worked with Rosemary for several years and always enjoyed talking to her.
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