Rosalie Emmaline Brannen

Cherished Wife, Mother, Meemaw, Great-Grandmother, and friend, Rosalie Brannen, departed this world on April 25, 2023, reuniting with her beloved husband, Arthur Brannen, in celestial celebration of what would have marked their 67th wedding anniversary. Preceding her departure from this Earth are her mother, Ethel Wright, cherished son James Shanahan, treasured grandson Simeon Rosson, granddaughter, Melissa Brannen, and devoted son-in-law Phil Hellyer. In the wake of her departure, she bequeaths an indelible legacy to the bereaved loved ones she leaves behind: daughters Jackie Everhart, Cheryl Esmond, Linda Martin Hellyer, Patti (Ron) Wright, and son Michael (Michele) Brannen.

Rosalie's adored grandchildren, who will carry forward her precious memories, include Linda's daughters Nicole and Noelle Martin, Patti’s sons Shea Black (Melissa) and Zachary Wright, Michael's daughters Sara Brannen and Caroline Foshee (Kim), Stephanie Wise (Justin), Thomas Esmond, Michael O’Sullivan, and James’s daughter Erin Shanahan. In the twilight of her life, she was granted the blessing of cradling her great-grandsons Declan (Mother Sara) and Eli (Mother Caroline) in her loving embrace. Extended family members, such as her niece and nephew, Kathy Wright and Mike Wright, as well as a cherished family friend and neighbor Scarlett Grady, mourn the loss of this radiant soul.

Throughout her life, Rosalie devoted her time to nurturing her family, serving her church, and fostering enduring friendships, leaving an indelible impression upon all who knew her. Her innate kindness, boundless compassion, unique and one-of-a-kind grand humor, and diverse talents in the realms of culinary arts, gymnastics, knitting, and painting have left an enduring legacy. Rosalie's artistic prowess was nothing short of exceptional. Holidays and festive occasions were perennially celebrated in the warm embrace of the Brannen home in Jacksonville, Arkansas, where cherished memories were woven together, reminiscent of an intricate tapestry, culminating in a harmonious blend of love. A devoted congregant of St. Jude's Apostle Catholic Church, Rosalie also contributed her time and talents to the Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary. During her years in Jacksonville, she cultivated a myriad of friendships, and her departure is deeply mourned by all who knew her.

In the final chapter of her life, Rosalie resided in Mead, Colorado, under the tender care of her daughter Patti and her family. In this loving sanctuary, Rosalie Brannen peacefully closed her eyes one last time, earning her celestial wings and joining the celestial choir of angels.