Rosalie Josephine McQuaid
August 23, 1923 - December 30, 2003
Obituary
Rosalie Josephine McQuaid
Died Dec. 30th, 2003, in Seattle. She was 80. Born August 23rd, 1923 in Des Moines, Iowa. She lived throughout her adult life in West Seattle. Mrs. McQuaid was dedicated to her family. A homemaker and expert seamstress, Rosalie was also accomplished in floral arrangement and interior design. Her home was featured in magazines and the Seattle Times newspaper. She was a master bridge player and associated with the Seattle Art Museum. She loved books, paintings and family gatherings. Survivors include sons Howard McQuaid Dixie of Auburn, Martin McQuaid Chantal of Seattle, Michael McQuaid Kathy of Seattle and daughters Colleen McQuaid of Spokane and Rita Peck James of Redmond. In addition she is survived by ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. A private memorial service was held by the family. Remembrances may be made to the Seattle Art Museum or to the Seattle Humane Society. Arrangements by BONNEY-WATSON Washington Memorial, 16445 International Blvd., SeaTac 206 242-1787.
I was so sad to hear about Rosalie’s passing. She made a real and lasting mark on my life for those 15 years that I was in your family. I’ll never forget one of her first visits to my house in Spokane. She must have seriosly questioned my sanity.. I mean–everything was brown–the carpets, the walls and the couch!! She had a chance to educate me and she did instill as best she could a sense of taste and some style that has stayed with me all these years. She taught me about color, art, design and more. I didn’t always do it right but I always appreciated her efforts. Sally told me that her friends used to come into our home in Redmond after Rosalie laid her hands on it and just gasp with awe. They called it the “museum” for all the Asian touches and the “white” feel. Rosalie was a strong woman who indured much and she was one of the hardest workers I’ve seen. I came over to help her with the duplex one time and had a hard time keeping up with her–she must have been in her sixties at the time. Rosalie made me laugh and she made me cry. She challenged me to look at what I was doing and saying in ways that were not always comfortable. And, I bless her for that. Please take good care during this time. I think of all of you often and wish you only the very best! Love, Linda.
Sorry for your loss