Rosemary J Townsend
August 12, 1923 ~ April 1, 2018
Casco- Rosemary J. Townsend, 94, of Meadow Road, died peacefully on April 1, 2018 following a brief illness.
She was born in Portland, Maine on August 12, 1923 the daughter of the late Patrick and Elizabeth (Ganley) Lally. Rosemary attended school at St. Dominic's and Portland High School, she also attended cosmetology school.
Rosemary worked her entire career as beautician at Hines Beauty Shop and Valrios Beauty Shop.
In her spare time, Rosemary was an avid fan of the New England Sports teams, especially the Boston Red Sox who she waited sixty years for them to win a World Series. She enjoyed listening to oldies music, doing crossword puzzles, and spending time surrounded by her family.
Rosemary was a member of the Irish American Club, American Legion, VFW Ladies Auxiliary, YNZ Club, and the Maine Society for the Protection of Animals.
Rosemary was predeceased by her husband John B. Townsend Jr., two daughters, Veronica L. Prescott and Joan E. Trimble, one grandson, seven sisters, and three brothers. She is survived by a son, Kerry P. and his wife Robin Townsend of Hollis; a stepson, John B. III and his wife Linda Townsend of MA; nine grandchildren; several great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours and celebration of Rosemary's life will be held on Friday, April 6, 2018 from 9:00am to 11:00am at the Conroy-Tully Walker Funeral Home, 172 State Street, Portland. A service will follow at the chapel at 11:00am. Burial will be at a later date at the Maine Veterans Cemetery, Augusta, Maine. To view Rosemary's memorial page, or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com
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I am going to miss my Aunt Rosemary. Listening to all the stories of when her and her brothers and sisters were younger. Especially my Nana Dolly. I treasure the memories of going to her house in Scarborough. Playing cards and listening to music. She is now with John, Joanie, Veronica , sisters, brothers, and parents. They are having a party. May you Rest In Piece. I love you.
– Kellie Fogg
I will miss my dear friend Rosemary. We watched countless Patriot’s games together. We planned which jersey or T-shirt to wear. We yelled, laughed, jumped for joy and bit our nails. And through all the games, she was the BEST coach who knew exactly what calls should be made.
Her enthusiasm for life, her strong family values and positive energy will be remembered the most. She was one of the best friend’s I have ever had. I will miss our talks and meals together. I will miss the wonderful stories of her childhood and adventures. She lived a happy and blessed life.
God bless you Rosemary. You left an everlasting smile on my heart.
Love always, Diane
– Diane Nicholson
Rosemary always made us laugh. We are going to miss her.
– Mary Ann Gonnam
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– John B Townsend III
My family will surely miss “NAna” Rosemary. She was an integral part of my families life. We had many times had “Amato’s Sandwiches” and when Dad was alive we used to sing and create music in their basement. At least we called it music. We are sad but at the same time glad she is reunited in heaven with Dad, Joan, and Veronica. She was a great person to be near. When we went to Maine, a visit to Nana was always in the stops as we visited family and friends. May she rest in peace from her labors and no more pain.
– John B Townsend III
So sorry to hear about Rosemary’s passing she was a fine lady , we used to chat with her now and than when we saw her setting on her porch ,she loved to chat , we live next door on Main St in Windham , she was quit the swimmer , we enjoyed watching her dive into her pool even in her mid to late 80s , this woman is surly in Heaven .
Sandra and Ed Eastup
– Sandra and Ed Eastup Sr