Mary D. Rose

Mary D. Rose, 87, of Springfield, died at 8:20 p.m., Saturday, February 5, 2005 at Lynncrest Manor in Auburn. Mary was born January 16, 1918 in Evansville, IN the daughter of Jacob D. and Mermon Lillian Lynch Hanes. She married Henry L. Rose; he preceded her in death October 4, 1972. Mrs. Rose was the office manager for Dr. Larry Richards and a volunteer at St. John’s Hospital. She had also been employed at the Sangamon County Clerk’s office for several years. She was also preceded in death by her parents and brother, James D. Hanes. She is survived by two daughters: Nancy (husband, Charles G.) Woodward and Carol L. Robertson both of Springfield; six grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Cremation will be accorded by the Cremation Tribute Center. Graveside services will be at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 8, 2005 at Oak Ridge Cemetery with Rev. Dr. Joe Eby officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association, Midwest Affiliate, Memorial & Tributes Lockbox, 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674 or National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Greater Illinois Branch, 206 NE Madison, Peoria, IL 61602 or Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Rd., Springfield, IL 62702-1766. The family of Mary D. Rose is being served by Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home and Cremation Tribute Center, 900 S. 6th St. Springfield.