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Rosemarie Stein, of Concord, NC, reached the end of her long and hard-fought battle with cancer and
went to be with her Lord, surrounded by her family and loved ones that remain behind in this life on
March 29th , 2025.
She was born in Pittsburgh, PA in 1951 to JD and Marie Davidson, a couple deeply devoted to one
another and the pursuit of creating a loving and supportive family. She grew up in Irwin, PA with her
sister Shirley, and pursued her passions in the marching band and Girl Scouts, among many others.
Rosey met the love of her life, Jack in July 1977 through a mutual acquaintance, and quickly hit it off,
becoming regular running partners. Excited to start their new lives together, the two were married in an
intimate ceremony on January 18 th , 1981 in the living room of the house she owned in Pittsburgh. She
fully embraced and loved Jack’s daughter Erika as her own, and soon added to their growing family with
the birth of their daughter Jennifer in June 1982 and their son Jason in March 1986.
One of her greatest joys in life was raising her children and watching them grow into talented, caring
adults with vibrant lives and families of their own. Along with Jack, she enthusiastically and lovingly
cared for her grandchildren Chloe, Charlie, and Emily through many visits, vacations, and enriching
extracurricular activities.
Rosey’s ultimate happiness and joy in life came from her faith in God and his Son. “There is joy in
knowing God’s love for me, accepting that love, and from knowing that I pleased Him by hearing His
voice and being obedient to Him.”
Throughout her life, she strove to be of service to others, and bestowed that same desire in her family
and all those she interacted with. She was unselfish, loved fiercely, and was guided along her life’s path
by an inner strength provided by her faith and belief in the ability of good to triumph over evil.
Carolina Cremation is honored to serve the Stein family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.
Karen Roam says
I’m so sorry for your loss. Rosey was a truly remarkable person, touching the lives of many with her creativity, care and thoughtfulness. Her love for family and Faith was a great source of strength and joy for those around her. She will be missed.
Linda Knox says
Dear Rosie,
We miss you dearly. You have been an awesome friend to Mom. If you can, stop by and give her a yank up there. She is ready.
Love you Beautiful Lady.
Bill & Shari Hilden says
We truly loved you Rosey and know how much you will be missed. Peace to you all.
Sue and Tom McLennon says
Dear Stein family,
Although we didn’t know Rosey for long, she was such a joy to be around. We will miss her smiling face and friendliness.
Donna Medlin says
Dear Jack, Jen, Jason, and Erika, my deepest sympathy to you all. What a fantastic person was Rosie and we will miss her a great deal. Our thoughts and prayers are with you,
Donna and Bob
Carolyn Sweet says
Rosey was a dear friend and I will always miss her. You, her family, are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carolyn Sweet
Donna Bonds says
We dearly loved Rosey and her lovely voice in the choir at Poplar Tent. She was an awesome singer, and when the situation arose for a leader, she stepped right up and filled the spot. I never saw her so happy as when she was directing the choir. She will be missed greatly by everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family now and in the days to come.
Harry Stein says
Dear Jack and Family,
This is Harry—Jack’s brother.
I was at that wedding in 1981 and had the privilege of seeing Rosey several times over the years— the huge family reunion in Pittsburgh she helped plan, at the San Antonio Zoo and during visits to Concord (including hosting Andrew for a whole summer). What always stood out to me was Rosey’s tireless dedication and deep love for both family and extended family. And I will never forget the tremendous generosity you both showed—toward my children’s future scholarships and toward my own health, helping with my bariatric surgery (along with Mom and Dad). That saved my life. And the joy she brought every year with her wonderful Christmas/Hanukah year-in-review letters. And to see the video of your Arthur Murray culmination dance after a season of lessons was priceless. That’s only a dream I have for my wife Lidia.
I love music, and right now I can’t get out of my head a made-up image of Rosey and my wife Lidia—Stein soulmates—singing Tammy Wynette’s “Stand By Your Man.” I include it at the end.
Jack, as you stepped into the role of patriarch before, during, and after Mom and Dad passed, Rosey was right there—steadfast and supportive through every challenge. She made those difficult times easier, not just for you, but for Betty and me as well.
These are just some of the many reasons I believe God is now saying to Rosey, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” She has passed through that narrow gate we all long for—into heaven, where there is no more pain, only perfect peace and joy.
I truly believe it’s all real. God has given us a spirit, a soul, that goes far beyond what science can fully explain—a consciousness that doesn’t fade and is an eternal part of who we truly are. It’s part of the breathtaking design of our Creator. And we are promised a restored Earth with perfect physical bodies. Great is the Lord!
Yes, this earthly life includes sorrow, illness, grief, and hardship—but all of it is wrapped within God’s redemptive plan. We were made in His image, filled with love, which is why our hearts ache when someone we love—especially a partner of 48 years—is no longer physically with us.
But as Scripture reminds us, “it is appointed for man to die once”. And Rosie has now stepped into eternity. We grieve, but we also hope—because we know this isn’t the end.
If I can be of any comfort to you and your family, beyond mere words here, I am here for all of you.
With Love and Sympathy,
Harry
STAND BY YOUR MAN
Sometimes it’s hard to be a woman
Givin’ all your love to just one man
You’ll have bad times, and he’ll have good times
Doin’ things that you don’t understand
But if you love him, you’ll forgive him
Even though he’s hard to understand
And if you love him, oh, be proud of him
Because, after all, he’s just a man
[Chorus]
Stand by your man
Give him two arms to cling to
And somethin’ warm to come to
When nights are cold and lonely
Stand by your man
And show the world you love him
Keep givin’ all the love you can
Stand by your man
Stand by your man
And show the world you love him
Keep givin’ all the love you can
Stand by your man
Barbara Hammond says
Rosey, May you be at peace. May your family find peace during this difficult time. To the Stein Family you are in my thoughts & prayers.
Meryl Alalof says
David and I sends sincerest condolences to the Stein family. We were fortunate to meet Rosey in Florida a few years ago when she was doing well. Cancer is cruel and unforgiving stealing our loved ones. May Rosey’s memory be for a blessing and may her family be comforted by beautiful shared memories.
Think of her family at this difficult time.
Meryl and David Alalof
Augusta GA
Sasha says
This beautifully explains aunt rosey‘s vibe and heart and spirit! Beautifully articulated.
This is exactly who she is. Selfless, giving, loving,
sweet, peaceful, dedicated, devoted, and a blessing! FACTS!!!
Reading this made me weep because I was like THIS IS EXACLY THE AURA SHE LIVED!!
Love you all always. Sasha
Sasha says
That’s beautifully articulates, exactly who aunt rosey is!!
Kind, selfless, loving, peaceful, dedicated, compassionate and a blessing!! Made me weep reading it bc everyone could deeply learn something from her way of loving and moving thru life!! She is a gift.
Love you all!!!
Betty woertz says
Well Rosie u fought a good fight. Like u told me a few weeks ago was getting harder to fight. Cancer sucks being sick sucks. U certainly did all u can. U were always well organized u loved every thing u got involved in I told my kids how u helped my parents always dr visits just visits. And u never stoped. U kids love u. We all love u. I can go on and one. Jack lost his soul mate u kids lost a great mom and u h kids will surely miss u too. As u look down at all of Eating cheescake with my parents seeing u parents hope u are at peace thinking of u u sister in law betty woertz
Jeffrey says
You’ve made your way to heaven after a long and loved time on earth. God bless you and your family as they move forward
Glen and Betty says
Dear Jack and family, Glen and I have known you and Rosey for a long time and we love you both. I always enjoyed her Christmas letter. The Bible study she taught was so good I remember all the things you both did together and the wonderful memories you will always cherish. Our deepest sympathy we give to you.Prayers and hugs to all.
thomas moore says
Dear Jack and family
Rosie was a great inspiration and friend. Her smile and presence will be missed as she touched our
family. God Bless you all with love and prayers!
Thomas and Ellen Moore
Francis Piojda says
Jack, many stand with you, you will never be alone on this life. Rosey would not want you to stop living it. God is taken care of her soul and part of soul is in yours.
Betty woertz says
Rosey my kind beutiful sister in law u will never be forgotten I know like u said last time u wrote yes cancer sucks and was getting harder to fight! U gave it a good fight. U were always the one that held things together U were the best to my parents! Jack was u soul mate u family was u strength look down on us all and know u are loved And have a piece of cheescake on us! Ull be in my heart always Dance away sing away smile away and rest peacefully u are the best🙏🙏❤️
Darice C Pless says
I had the opportunity to meet Rosey and Jack when they purchased their “forever” home in Concord, NC in Cumberland. We always relished in the fact that they were my “charter” homeowner as they were my first home to close in the community. Rosey was always there to offer a helping hand, bright smile and her courageous love for life. Rosey you will always be remembered as my “charter” friend in Cumberland. Much peace and prayers to Jack as you were always there to support and comfort Rosey. I know you will miss her very much as I will too. Thoughts, Darice
Bob Palisin says
Jack and family. Shalom. Rejoice in the LORD for the love that you have all felt through Rosie’s life.
Although Abraham is considered to be “the most faithful man”, Rosie was close behind as a faithful woman. Charis humin kain eirene plethunthia “Grace to-you and peace beyond-measure. Bob Palisin
Larry Simon says
My deepest condolences to
Jack and family, I think Rosey is
very very very special !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
GOD bless you and your family!!!!!!!!!!
Larry Simon