Rosemarie passed away peacefully surrounded by family, with her husband Mark holding her hand and caressing her forehead on April 14th 2021 in Victoria BC where she was taken by the Angels to be with the Lord.
Rosemarie was born in Victoria on July 21st 1961 and is predeceased by parents Franz and Maria Schmid. She leaves the Love of her life, her husband Mark of 35 years. She will be lovingly remembered by sister Heidi, niece Carmen (David) great-nephew Matteo, nieces Claudia & Gisella (Rosario), mother-in-law Shirley, sister-in-law Lorraine (Mike), niece Kathryn (Lyndon), nephews Cameron & Jordan, sister-in-law Michelle (Darren) nieces Janelle (Jared) & Jennifer and many other extended family and friends.
Rosemarie’s life was to be one of service being a BC Civil Servant for her entire working career which included many appointments including Government House where she met Queen Elizabeth and personally got to know five of BC’s Lieutenant Governors. Rosemarie found an additional way of serving the community in philanthropy on the organizational teams for Visions, the Women of Distinction awards and the Board of Ballet Victoria.
Rosemarie’s passions were her garden, cooking and baking to share with family and friends, travel, the Arts, dance and especially ballroom dancing with her husband Mark.
At an early age Rosemarie played the piano but, in her teens, decided to take Ballet and met Paul Destrooper (Future Artistic Director of Ballet Victoria). Rosemarie was to dance with Paul in the school production Mary Poppins where she played Mary Poppins and Paul, Bert. It was hard to imagine that after all those years Paul and Rosemarie would keep in touch and in 2008, she joined the Board of Ballet Victoria as the president. Rosemarie worked with determination, tenacity and tirelessly continuing her passion with Ballet Victoria until she passed away helping to leave a legacy that will live on. As a tribute to Rosemarie, a pair of Pointe Shoes will be interred with her signed by the members of the Company of Ballet Victoria with the inscription “Thank You! Dance with the Angels”. She would have been so proud.
That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life (John 3:15)
We thank McCall’s for their organization of a private interment for family and friends at Royal Oak Burial Park.
In Lieu of Flowers please make Donations in Rosemarie’s name to Ballet Victoria PO Box 8877 Victoria, BC V8W 3Z1, https://www.balletvictoria.ca/product-category/donations/
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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53 Responses
Mark and family. We are deeply saddened by Rosemarie’s passing. We are glad to have met both of you and enjoyed sharing ballroom dancing activities with you.
Mark, we are shocked and so sad for you. No words, but I am sure she will foxtrot in the sky until you go and see her. Our love man.
Barb and I were saddened to hear of Rosemarie’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this sad time.
My condolences to Mark and the rest of Rosemarie’s family. It was always a pleasure to catch up on her many passions when she came for her dental visits. May your happy memories help you through this most difficult time.
Mark and Family
We so loved being part of your neighborhood and hearing about Rosemarie’s accomplishments when we were workmates. Your late night party music was epic! Big hug, my friend.
Mark, I am so sorry for your loss. I believe that a little part of all who we have come in contact with live on within our soul and we are better for it. My sincere condolences.
The heartfelt sentiment you posted here is very touching and clearly reflects your love of Rosemarie.
Dear Mark and family, I was so shocked and saddened to see Rosemarie’s obituary in the paper today. I have very fond memories of you both while working with you on decorating your home. Rosemarie was such a beautiful lady in so many ways and I know that you will miss her terribly. I am so sorry for your loss and my heart felt condolences go out to you and your family at this very difficult time.
Our condolences Mark, in the loss of your beautiful wife.
We hope you can take comfort in knowing you were a loving and caring partner in your journey together with Rosemarie through this life.
I did not know Rosemarie well but had some contact with her through her commitment to Ballet Victoria, which I am also associated with in a volunteer capacity. I admired Rosemarie for her unwavering belief in Ballet Victoria. She was the driving force behind many fund raising ventures and her tenacity made it happen. No one can replace her. She will truly be missed and remembered forever, and I wish I had got to know her better.
I send my deepest condolences to her family.
Very sad to hear of this. I am so sorry and send much love to Rosemarie’s family. Rosemarie was the quintessential Mary Poppins and I remember well her dedication and passion to the world of dance.