Rose Marie Shea (nee: Wurtz), beloved wife of the late Daniel Shea and loving mother of seven children, passed away peacefully at age 91 on Saturday, April 16, 2022.
Born prematurely on June 4, 1930 to the late Frank and Theresa Wurtz, and baptized immediately since she wasn’t expected to survive, Rose’s life was marked by her strength and thankfulness for life.
Family was Rose’s wealth, and she frequently broke out in joyful song when together with them.
Rose was an active member of St. Gabriel Parish and lived independently, supported by the parish community, with caring and generous support by Marilyn Regnel.
Dear Mother of Daniel Shea Jr., Michael (the late Mary) Shea, Cecilia Shea, Frank (Nancy Springmeyer) Shea, Theresa (Scot) Robertson and the late Margaret (surviving Randy) Klein and Patrick (surviving Kim) Shea. Dear Grandmother of Sarah (David) Kaiser, Chris (Mindy Musselman) Klein, Elizabeth Beal-Glenn, Rosalee Shea, John Shea, Jeffrey (Bonne) Springmeyer, Marie Springmeyer, Heather (Greg) Young, Adam Dempsher, Daniel (Allie Souza) Robertson, Elena Robertson, Jill Robertson, Christopher Wuestling, Nicholas (Christa Sova) Shea, Dustin (Andrea) Shea and Cody Shea and the late Bobby Shea and Nathan Shea. Dear Great-grandmother of Joe Kaiser, Charlie Kaiser, Shephatia Smith, Violet Shea, Journey Springmeyer, Jasmine Springmeyer, Austin Lambert, Autumn Springmeyer, Aubrey Springmeyer, Auden Springmeyer, Michael McDonald, Owen Young, Nick Shea and Aiden Shea. Dear Great-great-grandmother of Elijah Springmeyer. Dear sister of the late Frank (Ella Veronica) Wurtz and Anna (Louis) McGrail.
SERVICES: Funeral from Kutis Affton Chapel 10151 Gravois Road on Friday, April 22, 12:00 noon to St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church for 12:30 p.m. mass. Interment Calvary Cemetery. Contributions to St. Vincent DePaul Society or Mount Grace Convent (Pink Sisters) 1438 East Warne Ave. 63107 appreciated. Kutis Visitation Thursday 4 – 8 pm.
Rest In Peace ☮️ you were a wonderful Mom to all of us & I could never thank you enough. Love ❤️ forever.
Amazing woman! Just like her Granddaughter Sarah! Heaven just got more beautiful! May all your precious memories from so many decades bring peace to everyone who loved Rose Marie
Mrs. Shea was the most courageous and strong women I have ever met.
She was a great mother to 7 children and raised them all with GOD as their mentor in life to do good for themselves and for all others!
She was a pretty lady that was very happy in everyday life when we were all young and part of Theresa Shea (Robertson) childhood friends. Rose would always have a beautiful smile even when she had to be stern she would end her day with love and a smile for everyone.
She created a huge family with love and compassion. However, She was no push over she was strict and very direct in expectations of all of her children and their friends: religion, chores, work hard and education!
There needs to be more Rose’s on this earth today, the world would be a better place!!!
Love,
Shirley (Schopp)
I am so sorry for your loss.Many prayers for the Shea family.
I’m so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Rest In Peace Aunt Rose ❤️
I’m sad that you are gone Rose. You were such a kind and sweet lady. I know how much you loved your family and the Church. You always had some great stories to share and words of wisdom to live by. Always friendly and pleasant to talk too. You were always so kind to my wife and kids. Your family and friends will miss you dearly. My condolences to all those that loved and cared for you. Praying for you all.
You were an amazing woman..always with a beautiful smile and Margaret had your laugh..rest in peace
I never got to meet you. But my deepest condolences… I will never forget the letter written to me as I was a adopted little baby.
Sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in prayers
We are going to miss our loving grandmother so very much. So many
loving memories and wonderful times together.
RIP Grama,We love you.and we’re greatful for you watching over us in Heaven.