Rosemarie K. (Raffle) Stratton
December 26, 1932 - June 14, 2013
Obituary
Rosemarie k. Stratton, 80, Wife, Mother, Sister, Grandmother, Aunt, Great Grandmother, and friend passed away Friday, June 14th, 2013 at home in SeaTac, Washington. She was born in Roslyn, Washington on December 26, 1932. Rosemarie attended school in Cle Elum, Washington.
She leaves behind her husband of 48 years, Henry; her children Kathy, Rodney, Timothy, Richard, and James. She also leaves behind her brother Philip Raffle; 8-Grandchildren, and 6-Great Grandchildren. Many nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends. Many Thanks To Highline Hospice, and the caregiver’s who were all so helpful and wonderful in all they did for Rosemarie and family and to many other family and friends.
Thanks Mama Rose, for many years of love and kindness
given to us. Most of all thanks for letting us call you Mom, because we felt like your kids too.
Enternal Love,
Roscoe and Cynthia
Mom, you were loved by many and will be missed. I have many memories, and will cherish them forever. The last words you said to me was, “It’s okay to cry”,and I will remember that always. Time for you to rest, and have a glass of wine,…I will see you again. Much love Mom, your baby, James
Many are blessed with a Full family of a Mother and a Father but I was Blesses with the Love of two . You see Mrs Stratton shared her gift of love by making me part of the family . Always making sure that I was involved in family events and family gathering also. Mr. Stratton make sure all stayed in place and as well in line. There is no other way to say I have been Truly love by My second Mon And Dad and I would never have it any other way . Thank God for giving me a chance to Hive Mon And Dad in my life. This has made a new me thank you with all my love.
I will always remember your smiling eyes that embraced us all! You were loved by so many and will be missed. You gave so much to your family and they will carry that love forever. Rest in Peace, Rose.
We were so sorry to hear the news of Rosemarie’s passing. I have fond memories of her laughter and big hugs and how much she loved her family. Rosemarie has now reunited with her loved ones in heaven and is watching over all of you to ensure you live your lives to the fullest and continue to make her the proud mom, wife, sister and grandmother that she was.
Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
An angle has been called back to heaven. She was s wonderful mother wife friend and all around sweet person, she was well loved and will be missed very much. Rest in peace sweet rosie and have a glass of wine for me. You will never be forgotten we love you mom.
Dear Henry, Family and Phil & Jeanette,
Please accept our condolences for the loss of someone so dear and close to you all. We fell your sense of sadness and loss while knowing that she is now in a better place for eternity.
God Bless You All
Oh the memories…. So many wonderful memories! You will truly be missed.
My thoughts and love go out to the family, I have the privilage to be considered as a part of the family. So I will miss her as well, wish I got to have that glass of wine. To the family please feel free to reach out to me, if you should need a shoulder to lean on, an ear to listen or just a Hug!!! Or a Glass of wine.
” A Rose is still a rose” and this Rose will be forever in my heart and mind.
Love you all, I am blessed to have been a part of her life and still a part of yours.
Michael J
Rosemarie was my niece, but we were close in age so she was like a sister to me. We shared many time together in Roslyn mu daughter Judy and Kathy were also close in age.
Rosemarie will be greatly missed. But we know that she isn’t in pain anymore.
Uncle Hank, Kathy, Rod, Tim, Rick and James, I am so sorry for your loss. Just know that Aunt Rose is in a better place now and watching over you all. Over the years growing up, I have many fond memories of my Aunt Rose who was always kind and good to me and I will chernish those memories. My condolences in this difficult time.
Over the years we’ve had together we’ve probably said everything that needed to be said. So now, all I have to say is, “You are the love of my life and I will miss you forever.” Goodbye, till we meet again. With Love Your Husband, Hank
Many years ago we were fortunate enough to move to Eddy St. We met Rose and Hank and family who became the best of friends/neighbors. We shared many happy memories and a few tears. We will always be thankful for those times. Unfortunately we will be out of town on the 6th and won’t be able to attend the services. God bless all of her family.
“Grandma Rose” your friendship with Grandma Goade made 3 little girls so very happy. To have another Grandma to ooh and ahh over them…they loved it! You were a big part of my growing up years, watching you & Hank with my parents showed us that good friends were hard to come by, and oh so easy to keep! You will be missed. Love, Erin
Rose was such a wonderful mother and friend to all who knew her. To be in her presence was to experience warmth, cheer and acceptance at all tmes.To the Stratton family, my synpathies are with you for such a great loss
Mom, thank you so much for everything you have done for me. I smile every time I think of you, and every time I comb my cowlicks I inherited from you. I can remember the smell of fresh baked bread when us kids would get home from school. Forever, all my love, your daughter
It goes without saying that Rosie was a wonderful Wife, Mom, Grandma, Great Grandma, but to us she was the best Big Sis and sister-in-law!!—Always agreeable to whatever you asked of her and willing to pitch in whatever the task!
The last years of her life were extremely hard ones for both her and her loved ones.—–THANK YOU to all of you who took such tender care of her so that her final days were peaceful and comfortable.
Love,
Phil and Jeanette
I know that Rose was a great Mother, Wife, SIster, etc but
I want to remember her as my cousin. Even tho she was
9 years older, when I lived in Seattle and would visit with
her, the difference in years made no difference. We would
talk and giggle as if we were the same age. We made
great memories and I was always cherish those memories.
We will miss you Rosemarie.
Our deepest sympathy to Uncle Hank and all the family. I could write a book about all the fond memories of Aunt Rose and the home she made that always made us feel welcome and comfortable. I know we can’t turn back the clock, but sometimes I really miss those days. I’ll always be grateful for the loving friendship she and my mom had.” Aunt Rose”, you always made sure my mom and us kids were ok. Mom use to look so forward to the nights out with you and Hank, maybe to the Little Red Hen or Garski’s for a little dancing. I like to think that you and mom are together again. All our love, Steve,Terra, Lana
Dear Aunt Rose,
I can’t believe you are gone. You spent your whole life working and giving; caring for your family and friends. You loved, and you are loved. You never turned away, but always opened both arms and smiled. You have been a veritable anchor for your family. You had no need for forgiveness, for you never passed judgement. Your impact on this world is clearly evident. The devotion Uncle Hank, and Kathy and Ninus, and Jimmy, the guys, and your wonderful friends have shown to you these past few years is a reflection of who you are to them. My earliest memories include playing in the yard on Eddy Street while you and my Mom drank coffee. You and Mom were close friends, and she loved you. Perhaps you are having coffee together, now. Know that I loved you, Aunt; and I love Uncle Hank and my cousins. On behalf of my family, God Bless.
I will echo what I remember Aunt Rose said to Grandpa at his service — no more pain. Aunt Rose, you were always happy and laughing, and I know that even though the last few years were difficult, the happiness wasn’t lost, just hidden. Laugh and be happy now, and know that you are loved.
~Because you are so dear a friend,
your cares are my cares too,
And so as sorrow fills your heart,
my heart goes out to you,
And though my words cannot begin
to ease the loss you bear,
I only hope it helps somehow,
to know how much I care~
Unknown Author
Rest in peace and love until we meet again.
Rose may we say you will be in our hearts, you will never never be forgoton. You are a part of heart and our family. May you be at peace now and enjoy yourself in the arms of god. We will miss you and never forget you. love always by us.
Rose, I will alway remember you sitting on my patio and were having a glass of wine. I was so blessed to have known a person as good as you And yes you will be miss, but I know it was time for you to go home, But you will never be forgotten