Rosalie L. Garton
October 19, 1924 ~ January 2, 2017
Falmouth- Rosalie L. Garton, 92, died peacefully on Monday, January 2, 2016, at Falmouth by the Sea, her loving family was by her side. Rosalie was born in Washington, DC on October 19, 1924, the daughter of the late Antonio and Filomena (Gentilcore) DAgostino. She graduated from the Academy of Notre Dame in the Class of 1942 and continued her education at business school. After graduating, she worked as a bank teller. On July 30, 1944, Rosalie married Cedric W. Garton in Washington, DC. In 1946, Rosalie and Cedric moved to Portland, where they owned and operated Eastern Musical Supply Company. She also worked as a bookkeeper at St. Josephs Rectory and volunteered for many years at Camp Sunshine. In 1973, Rosalie and Cedric moved to Raymond, where they owned and operated The Rawhide Shop for ten years. In 2005, following retirement, they moved back to Portland. Rosalie was predeceased by her husband Cedric W. Garton, November 8, 2013; a daughter, Rosalie M. Garton in 1994; a sister, Toni Woodyard and three brothers Joseph, Phillip, and Nicholas DAgostino. She is survived by a daughter Patricia and her husband Stanley Heskett of Portland; a son, Anthony Garton and his wife Eileen Jennings of Falmouth; a sister Clara Fratantuono of Maryland; a brother Donato DAgostino of Delaware; three grandchildren Michael Sargent, Paula Henckel and her husband Peter, and Julie Gallant; two great grandchildren Benjamin and Maxwell Henckel of Portland; and over forty nieces and nephews. At the familys request all services will be private. Arrangements are under the direction of the Conroy-Tully Walker Funeral Home, 172 State Street, Portland. To view Rosalies memorial page, or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com For those who wish, contributions in Rosalies memory may be made to: Camp Sunshine, 34 Acadia Road, Casco, ME 04015
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Dear Patty,We moved back to the Portland area in 2010, and I searched, as best I could, for your Mother & Dad – 2 of my all time favorite people, but had no luck. I am so sorry that she was so close, and that I did not have a chance to reconnect with someone who made such an impact on my life. Please know that my prayers are with Rosalie, and you.Peace, Judy
– Judy Weyand
My mother is a resident at Falmouth by the Sea and I had grown accustomed to exchanging pleasantries with Mrs. Garton and seeing her being visited regularly by her attentive family. She always looked lovely and was always very friendly when my young grandsons visited. I am sad for your loss.
– Michele Johns
Dear Patty, Tony and your Families…with deepest sympathies for your Mother. With all fond memories of growing up together on Pineloch Drive.
– Dan Beale
Dear Tony,I often think back to our days on Pineloch Drive and all the great times that we had growing up there. It seemed like we were all one big family. If I could pick a second mom when growing up it would have been yours. She really was like a second mom and made those sleep overs at your house a blast. She was always fun to be with and made me laugh with her keen sense of humor and engaging personality. She was wonderful woman and I will hold on to my great memories of her as we move on in this world without our parents. Be well, Tony.Your friendMark Evans
– Mark Evans
Dear Rosalie’s Family,My heartfelt sympathy to you. I met this sweet lady at our adaptive bowling on Tuesdays at Falmouth By the Sea. I did not know about her volunteering at Camp Sunshine. Now I see why she was so drawn to the students we brought there. She would cheer them on and blow them kisses and give great hugs. I knew there was something very special and kind about her. I so enjoyed her joining us. I am grateful our paths crossed.Fondly, Linda Johnston
– Linda Johnston
I have such fond memories of Aunt Rosalie, and I will hold those memories close to my heart. May she rest in heavenly peace. I know she will keep her siblings in check now that she has joined them in heaven. With love and sympathy, Paula
– Mrs. Paula Heckathorn