Rosalie A. Nickerson

Rosalie Agnes Nickerson Rosalie Agnes Nickerson of Sacramento, CA passed away on November 7, 2017. She was 81 years old. Rosalie was born November 23, 1936 to Tony and Frances Frank in Sacramento CA. She had one sister, Delores Siebert and her cousin, Marcia Watson who she loved like a sister. Survived by her four daughters, Kelly Nickerson Walton of Sacramento, CA; Sandra Nickerson Cowan of Franklin, KY; Deanna Nickerson Hampton of Auburn, CA; and Laurie (Michael) Nickerson Douglas of Gallatin, TN. Seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren who fondly called her Gigi: Heather (Oliver) Hartwich of Hendrsonville, TN; Kristin (Ryan) Wentworth of Sacramento, CA; Melanie Martin, CA; Jordan Kielty of Nashville, TN; Troy "T.J." Cowan, Jr. of Franklin, KY; Hannah Cowan of Franklin, KY and Taylor Kielty of Chattanooga, TN, Brice Hartwich, Jackson Hartwich, Lincoln Hartwich and Declan Hartwich (Hendersonville, TN), Emma Wentworth and Maxwell Wentworth, (Sacramento, CA). Predeceased by her grandson Trevor Marin on May 15, 2016. Her Nephew and Niece: Anthony Costa and Lisa Garcia. Rosalie worked for the State of California for 40 years, starting at the Department of Food and Agricultural before transferring to the Department of Motor Vehicles and worked there until she retired. Prior to state service, she worked as the Secretary to the City Manager at City Hall. Fun story about Rosalie working for City Hall. Some 45 years ago, before it was the thing to do, she rode her bike to and from work as was featured in an article in the Sacramento Union Newspaper about biking to work! She was the original trendsetter. Summing up our Mom in words will never do justice to the kind, compassionate, loving, selfless woman that was Rosalie. She never met a stranger, and made everyone feel loved, important and valued. To quote Ed Sheeran, "she was an angel in the shape of our Mom". No words were ever more true. Having a person in our lives that never quit believing in us has left an indelible mark. She was our champion and a shining example of unconditional love. Rosalie lived for her children. She fondly referred to her four daughters as "My Girls", or KellySandyDeannaLaurie, whatever the hell your name is, get over here! When she was blessed with grandchildren, "Gigi" divided her time between California and her second home, Tennessee. Gigi leaves her family with the most delicious family recipes that will always keep us close to each other and remember her with love. She also leaves us with a valuable lesson on how to love each other, no matter what, which drives us to live everyday honoring her life and lifes lessons. She is gone, but will never be forgotten. We would also like to acknowledge and thank Sue Shukla for her friendship, love, kindness and care of our mother the last few years of her life and Davita Dialysis at Calvine for their care and kindness while our mother was at their facility. Service A Memorial will be planned to honor this beautiful soul. Details to follow. Our sweet Mother, you are loved and missed beyond measure. Until we are together again.......... Rosalie SELFLESS, GIVING, UNCONDITIONAL, KIND, GENUINE, CHEAP DRUNK!