OLD TOWN - Rose Irene (St Louis) Greenleaf passed away in the company of her children at Orono Commons on April 22, 2021. She was born in Old Town, on March 3, 1926, the daughter to Louis and Mary (Beaulieu) St. Louis.
Rose was predeceased by her parents; sisters, Velma Oakes and Eva Knight; brother, Evan St. Louis; brother-in-law, Red Knight and great granddaughter Hunter Graves. Rose is survived by her children; Carol Greenleaf and husband Jim Cook of Dedham, Steve Greenleaf and wife Lynn of Enfield, Brenda Redding and husband James of Milford, and Alan Greenleaf and wife Beverly of Old Town; Grandchildren; Scott Hildreth, Renee Graves, Cindy Dunham, Julie Small, Matt Redding, Jerrett Greenleaf, Jenny Cody, Ben, Chris and Luke Trudell and Tony Greenleaf. Great grandchildren Aaron, Jordan and Emilee Pinkham, Griffin Graves, Meghan and Olivia Small, Madyson and Avery Redding, Amelia Greenleaf, Teddy Hanson, Taylor Knapp, Kaiden Cody, Peyton and Kayleigh Trudell. Great-great-grandchild; Mason Pinkham and three special nephews; Jim, Wayne and John Knight.
Rose was born on French Island in Old Town and lived most of her life there. She raised four children as a single mother and dedicated her life to her family. She was supported by the great community of French Island, as it was in its day, a caring and close knit community. She emphasized the importance of “family”, and her lesson has always kept us close. She treasured family gatherings and was the center of all celebrations. Rose loved her rocking chair and there was never a baby in the family that didn’t get rocked by me’me’ with her singing “Bi-lo Baby”. She loved to read, listen to “In the Mood” by Glen Miller and to go for walks. She particularly enjoyed walking the bike path, and at a hefty pace. A leisurely walk for her would be a workout for most. Her proudest achievement was being a 5th generation Great-Great-Grandmother. Her happiest moments were just sitting back and watching the family gather, all talking and laughing at the same time. Rose will be so missed by our family, but we will always cherish our fondest memories. She was loved by us all, and we will miss her trademark sayings, “and mémé loves you too”, “see you bon by” and “geezum rice!”
A thank you to Orono Commons for their dedication and great care for Rose. A special thank you to Gina for keeping the family connected, particularly during the pandemic, you were our life line and we will be forever grateful and to Isetta, for your tremendous kindness while Rose resided in assisted living.
Private graveside services will be conducted at Forest Hill Cemetery, Old Town.
Memorial contributions may be made to Maine Youth Fish and Game Association PO Box 337 Stillwater, ME 04489.
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