A dear Friend died Monday morning. We had been friends for over 15 years. From our first meeting there was a kinship. She called me "Sis" and we were able to finish each other's sentences. Rosalee had a laugh that was contagious and people were drawn to her. I became a default family member and what a wonderful family. Bob and Rosalee had four sons by birth and the house was always busy with them and their friends. For Rosalee, three of the most important things in her life were faith, family and friends.
There is no doubt in my mind that Rosalee touched thousands of lives. Many were in the elementary school where she taught for many years. She also taught pottery classes on Tuesdays. When we went to Indian Pow Wows Rosalee usually had some clay with her and a group of children would be gathered around her learning to make pinch pots.
This little lady, who was just right of five feet tall, seemed fearless. I can't ever remember hearing her say that something couldn't be done. She was ready to tackle almost any project, including building her own studio and kick wheel to smoke tanning deer hide. It was with this attitude and courage that she faced her cancer. After the doctors had done everything they could and a cure was not found, God said "I can make her whole again"
Rosalee will dance to the sound of the drum that is the heartbeat of our Mother Earth. The laughter of "Gentle Wind" will be on every breeze. Her memory will be in my heart and the heart of those who love her.
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