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Mary Roth Obituary

Roth, Mary Rose (nee Donovan). Beloved wife of Dr. David Roth. Loving Mother of Meaghan (Jim) Esposito, Dehlia Miller and David K. Roth. Proud Grandmother of Charley Esposito. Devoted daughter of Bill and the late Anne Donovan. Dearest sister of Dan, Dick, Kathy (Wally) Cusick, Dehlia Boniecki and Peter (Joy). Fond Aunt and Great Friend to many. Memorial Mass Saturday, June 25, 2011, 12noon at Most Holy Redeemer Church, 3650 W. 96th St., Evergreen Park. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to Autism Speaks, 5455 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036, Suite 2250, Autismspeaks.org, Catholic Charities 721 N. LaSalle Chicago, IL 60654, [email protected], or Little Company of Mary Foundation 2800 W. 95th St. Evergreen Park, Il 60805 would be appreciated. Mary Rose will be remembered by many as a dedicated nurse at Little Company of Mary Hospital.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 23, 2011.

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Mo Reilly

June 17, 2024

I think about you so often , i enjoyed working together so much.

Pat Mungovan Herbas

June 17, 2023

Still miss my dear friend Mary Rose after all these years. Wishing her family holds on to the memory of the so many sweet and kind ways she had. It is nice to see them healing and I hope her beautiful soul is at peace. God bless and watch over all of her loved ones.

Lori BECHINA

June 17, 2021

Miss u every day

Kathleen McGury

June 17, 2021

I can´t believe it´s been 10 years. We miss you Mary Rose. God bless you.

June 18, 2012

We still miss Mary Rose and her beautiful smile and sense of humor. She helped so many and I hope her family learns to remember the good times with her. Everyday we say a prayer for her survivors. May God bless and watch over all of you.

Eric Oyola

September 6, 2011

We will all miss you Mary. You are a beautiful soul.

David Roth

July 17, 2011

To Mom, I miss you so much and wish you were still here.

donna boniecki

July 12, 2011

To Dehlia and family. I just heard the terrible news. Our condolence to you and your family!!! You are all in our prayers!!
Ron and Donna Boniecki

kayla gelsomino

July 5, 2011

Steve and I were so very sad to hear of Maryrose's passing. We so enjoyed her wit and kind thought for all. Our prayers are with your family. Kayla & Dr Steve Gelsomino

Renata Zych

July 4, 2011

I will always remember you, Mary. God bless you.

Carol Fox

June 27, 2011

When a nurse goes to heaven who takes her hand first?

An angel, a friend, some soul that she nursed ?

What words does she hear as she comes through the door?

“Oh thank you, remember me up on your floor?

I probably don't look like the wrinkled old man

whose sores you cleansed daily according to plan.

You helped me to breathe, you asked me to try,

you whispered my name and then helped me to die.”

When a nurse goes to heaven, with all she's endured,

well, everyone's healthy, and smiling and cured,

Her legs aren't so tired, her back feels strong,

her hands aren't so swollen, no caffeine all night long.

There's no beeping, or call lights, or codes being called,

no bleeding, no crying, no hearts getting stalled.

What can a nurse do when she gets where there's peace,

No baths to be given, no seizures to cease ?

The souls that you left here will miss your sweet face,

And the souls that you meet there will never replace,

the ones that you loved and the ones who loved you.

So what's left in heaven for a good nurse to do?

Well, there's family to watch, to guide and console,

to help them remember your love and your role.

Your hands will be missed by the patient and friend,

the extra pair helping, the ones you would lend.

You spent your life caring for those feeling pain,

your love for those sad will not lessen or wane.

Does a nurse up in heaven get restless and bored?

Just what can she do with that gift from Our Lord?

She'll be the light touch on your hand when unsure.

The hope that you feel, the push to endure,

the sharp steady needle as you start the IV.

She's there, in your heart, in your patients, you'll see.

Good Night, Mary Rose...

I wish your family peace, acceptance and good memories...always.

Bonnie & Don Noga

June 26, 2011

Meaghan,Jimmy and Mr Donovan, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at such a difficult time in your lives. Know that the Dear Lord is with each and every one of you!

Donnersberger

June 26, 2011

We just heard of the death of your beloved wife, Mary Rose. We are so sorry for your loss; our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Although we didn't have the pleasure of knowing her well, we enjoyed our conversations with her at Ridge and could tell she was a very special person. God bless you. Dave & Eileen Donnersberger

Luann Moeller

June 26, 2011

I lost touch with Mary Rose over the years but I will always remember her. I'll remember her smile and her laugh. I'll remember her no nonsense tell it like it is approach to life. And I'll remember how she always,always wore her heart on her sleeve. Mary Rose was pretty and smart and kindhearted and real. And the world was a better place because she was in it. God bless you, Mary Rose. You will be missed.

Sue Cuevas

June 25, 2011

To all of Mary Rose's family. My heartfelt sympathy to all of you. Mary Rose was one of the most unselfish people I knew. She put everyone first and made them all feel special. She will be missed more than she'll ever know. May God be with each and every one of you.

Bob Dillon

June 25, 2011

My Condolences to the family. Rose you will be missed, thanks for all the friendship, kindness and laughs during our earlier years. It was nice seeing you at Lauren's wedding in April. We tried to make it to the mass but Delta and the weather did not cooperate. You will be missed and always will be remebered.

Mercy James

June 25, 2011

Mary,you called me 'sweetie' and took me as a friend.I have so many memories of good laughs and views as co-workers.You touched my
heart,i feel for your family going through and pray for all of them to have
strength and courage to face the rest the journey in this world.Love
Mercy James LCM

The Leslie Family

June 25, 2011

Dave and David,
Mary Rose was always so kind and thoughtful. Such a wonderful nurse and a sweet, caring person to my family members and at SJF. Our heart aches for your loss, but please know her kindness will be remembered forever.
Bill & Marianne, Andrew, Tara, Claire and Griff

Shaun Rajah

June 25, 2011

Dear Mary, You were loved! I will miss you dearly and my staff and I willl miss your visits to the Palm Court ! We at the Drake wish the Roth family lots of love and support at this time!

June 24, 2011

I went to grade school at St. Gabriel;s and Mary Rose and I were good friends. Then I saw her a few years ago at the McGrath Family Picnic. She was a wondrful person and I can't believe she is gone. My prayers and best wishes are with her friends and family. The world is a colder place without her warmth and care. Kathy McGury

Maureen Bannon

June 24, 2011

Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. May your memories bring you comfort and the knowledge that Mary Rose was loved by many give you peace. She was a beautiful person who will be missed.

Janet Shinstine

June 24, 2011

Dave and family, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time. May Gpd bless you and keep all of you close

Mark and Judy Phelan

June 24, 2011

Dear Mr. Donovan, Pete and family...Please know that we are thinking and praying for you. With God's guidance and your fond memories of Mary Rose, may you continue to live with peace.

Kathy O'Connell

June 24, 2011

Dear Donovan Family:
Please know that I will be keeping Mary Rose and all of you in my prayers. I have many happy memories of spending time at the Donovan home on 44th Street. I am so sorry for your loss.

Kathy O'Connell

June 24, 2011

To Dee, Meg and your entire family~
I have such great memories of us as kids, growing up together and spending time at your house with your mom. She threw the BEST parties, especially Halloween. Will never forget the haunted houses in the laundry room, trips to Purple Cow and dance parties & movie nights in the basement. I will be thinking of and praying for you guys now and in the days to come. Sending my condolences and lots of love to you.
Love, Libby Newman

Valerie Staley

June 24, 2011

From Mother McAuley to Little Company of Mary Hospital, our paths crossed so much in 40 + years. I'll always remember Mary Rose as a fun and caring friend, nurse and mom. My prayers are with her and the entire family. So sorry....

Paula & Rob Wheeler

June 24, 2011

Our hearts go out to all of you. Mary Rose will be greatly missed. Know you are in our prayers and thoughts.

Janet Burns

June 24, 2011

Love&prayers. Janet Burns

June 23, 2011

Even though we had not seen each other for quite a while I will always remember that once upon a time we were good friends and enjoyed spending time together. I will miss you very much Maryrose. Maureen Reilly

Patti Magnan RN

June 23, 2011

Dave and family, we are covering you all with our love,thoughts,and prayers. Mary Rose has been such a gift to all of us.
We will all truly miss her!

Chris Deanne

June 23, 2011

To the Donovan family, we are very sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy to you and to Mary Rose's family.

Therese Hedges

June 23, 2011

Our most sincere and heartfelt condolences go out to Meaghan and Jimmy Esposito, and Meaghan's entire family. We are deeply saddened by your sudden loss, and our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Love from John & Rosalie Horth, John & Therese Hedges, and Michael and Donald Horth and families.

Patty Kevin-Schuler

June 23, 2011

Dear Dave and Family, I was so saddened and upset to hear about M.R. She was such a kind, loving, and generous person. Always thinking of others. McKenna really liked it when M.R.came to see her Irish dance and got her flowers and John remembers her getting him all set up at Ridge with snacks, cokes and the pool last summer. I will dedicate my next round of golf to her. We will all truly miss her...All our prayers and thoughts are with you and yours. Patty Kevin-Schuler and Family

June 23, 2011

David, My deepest sympathy to you and all who loved Mary Rose. Colleen and our family will pray for you during this sorrowful time. Rick Farrell

Kathi and Pat Cavanaugh

June 23, 2011

Mary Rose was a wonderful person and will be missed by all! She always went out of her way to make people feel comfortable. We are so sad for the entire family. Our thoughts, prayers, and love are with all of you.

June 23, 2011

Mary Rose will be terribly missed. She was a beautiful person on the inside and out!!! My prayers are with her family and friends.

Nina Jeziorski RN

June 23, 2011

To the family of Mary, please accept my most heartfelt condolences during this terrible time. I feel for your sorrow.
Sharon Hynes, volunteer at Fisher Library and nurse at LCMH.

June 23, 2011

Dear Dave, David and all of the wonderful Donovans, we are so sad for everyone at this difficult time. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Mary Rose will be missed dearly. The McGrail family

Bob & Marilyn Marchewka

June 23, 2011

To Dan, the Donovan family, and the Roth family, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear, sweet, Mary Rose. We will always cherish, the fond memories, of our youth, and all of the happy times we enjoyed together. May God, watch over all of you. Our love and prayers are with you.

Mary Ellen & Mike Strang

June 23, 2011

Kathy,Wally & Pete, Please know your family is in our prayers.

Mary Neumann

June 23, 2011

Our prayers go out to the family. Mary will be greatly missed in the community. Her kindness, generosity, and laughter will be remembered fondly by all those who loved her.

Eleanor Morrow

June 23, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Tom Digan

June 23, 2011

To Dave and all the Donovans, my deepest condolences. Mary Rose (and all of you) always made me feel like part of the family. My prayers are with you all.

Pat Mungovan Herbas

June 23, 2011

Mary Rose will be missed and condolences to her beautiful family from the Herbas family. She was a great friend to many, had a great sense of humor, a hearty laugh, and a helpful attitude towards all. Our prayers for her, her family, and all her friends who will miss her.

Lori Bechina

June 23, 2011

You will always be in my heart! I will watch over big and little Dave.... Along with your daughters and Baby Charlie... Luv you! Your friend Lori

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