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Rose Marie Walker
Born: 12/15/1927
Died: 4/26/2024
Age: 96
Community: Flushing, MI
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WALKER, Rose Marie, the epitome of grace and elegance, passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024, at her home in Flushing, Michigan. She was 96 years old.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Friday, May 3, 2024 at Preferred Services (Formerly Colonial Chapel) 2417 South Saginaw Street, Flint, Rev. Sarah LaRose-Nettell officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Hills Cemetery. Mrs. Walker will lie in state at Preferred Services where friends may visit 3:00 – 8:00 PM Thursday, May 2, 2024, and from 9:00 AM until the time of service Friday.
Born December 15, 1927, to William and Helen Ferkany at the Old Women's Hospital in Flint, Michigan, Rose's journey was one of resilience, ambition, and love for her family.
Rose's early years on Corunna Road in Flint shaped her into a natural leader. From her days at Zimmerman Elementary School, where she was elected Class President, to her time at Flint Tech High School, where she served as Vice President of her class, Rose displayed remarkable determination and leadership skills. In 1944, breaking societal norms, she embarked on a groundbreaking career path, working as a secretary at Flint Fireproof Furniture and Storage. Little did she know at the time, but this would be the beginning of a remarkable career that spanned nearly seven decades, a testament to her pioneering spirit.
On July 15, 1950, Rose married Roy E. Walker, at the First Presbyterian Church in Flint. Together, they raised their children, Scott and Suzanne, with a strong emphasis on hard work and values. Roy and Rose always prioritized spending time together as a family, with their annual summer trip to Frankfort, Michigan being a long-lasting family favorite.
Following Roy's passing in 1978, and with her children growing older, Rose focused all her energy into her career, first at Pierce Furniture and later at Oscar Rau of Frankenmuth, allowing her to become an esteemed interior designer and buyer of home furnishings. Her dedication to her work was remarkable, and she took pride in being able to enhance the lives and spaces of those she served. As a leader in her field, Rose adorned many prominent Flint homes and businesses, including 6 area funeral homes, with her timeless designs. She served as a role model for aspiring designers, and served as President of the Eastern Michigan Chapter of the Interior Design Society, the Zonta Club of Flint, and the Flint Federation of Women’s Clubs, leaving an indelible mark on her community. |
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5/2/2024 |
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3:00 PM |
| Mrs. Walker will lie in state at Preferred Services where friends may visit 3:00 – 8:00 PM Thursday, May 2, 2024, and from 9:00 AM until the time of service Friday. |
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| Funeral Service |
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5/3/2024 |
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11:00 AM |
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Preferred Services (formerly Colonial Chapel)
2417 South Saginaw St.
Flint, MI 48504Get a Map to this location...
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Rev. Sarah LaRose-Nettell |
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