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Rosemarie Rast Obituary

Rosemarie R. Rast CHARLESTON - Rosemarie Robinson Rast, 52, died on the morning of Friday, March 9th, 2012 at MUSC in Charleston, SC. Her family and close friends were by her side in her hard-fought battle with lung cancer. Rosemarie "Rosie" was born in Charleston, SC, a daughter of Michael Craig Robinson and Mary Ellen Robinson. Rosie worked in Mt. Pleasant as a cosmetologist and attended Crosstowne Christian Church. She had many strong relationships, three of which were special: her son, Malcolm David Rast, her devoted boyfriend, Jeff Smith, and best friend, Diane Anglin. She was always known for her soft and warm social demeanor including her strong independence as a mother and giving attitude towards people in need. We will never forget you, Rosie. Surviving are her son, Malcolm David Rast; mother, Mary Ellen Robinson; father, Michael Craig Robinson; sister, Theresa Robinson Sells; brother, Michael Craig Robinson, Jr, sister-in-law, Terri Ann Robinson; nephews Shane Michael and Colin Matthew Robinson; boyfriend, Jeff Smith; best friend, Diane Anglin; and many relatives from Europe. Funeral service will be held at Trinity Bible Church, 3589 Mary Ader Drive, Charleston, SC 29414 on Monday, March 12 at 3PM with visitation prior to the service from 1:00-3:00. Burial immediately following at Live Oak Memorial Gardens, 3093 Ashley River Road, Charleston, SC 29414. Her funeral will be directed by James A. McAlister Funeral Home. Flowers are welcome or memorial donations can be sent to MUSC Foundation - Hollings Cancer Center. Mailing address, HCC Office of Development, 86 Jonathan Lucas Street, PO Box 250955, Charleston, SC 29425. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/ deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Mar. 9 to Mar. 11, 2012.

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Gaynor Osborn

March 3, 2022

For the love of darling Rosie. Never forgotten

Tammy Miller-Johnson

March 21, 2012

I remember Rosie from Brentwood Elementary. She was so pretty and equally sweet. My prayers will be with her son and all who loved her. (I also knew Theresa.) May the peace of Jesus Christ be with all of you and may He be glorified. <

Sharon Stokes Hanley

March 14, 2012

I went to school with Rosie. She was such a sweet girl. My thoughts and prayers are with her friends and family.

March 13, 2012

Malcolm,
All of your teachers here at SOA are here for you. Remember the wonderful moments you had with your mother here on earth. She was a great person.
Mrs. Matthews
Modern Culture

marion gilchrist

March 13, 2012

Rosie had done my hair for over 20 years, We always enjoyed catching up every six weeks - it was always very clear how much she loved you,Malcolm. She was always telling me about what you were up to in school and how proud she was of you. You were the brightest spot in her life. Know that we will all keep you in our prayers. Diane, Rosie was so lucky to have you in her life -I know she will be a peace knowing that you will be there for Malcolm too.

Mona Horton

March 13, 2012

Dear Malcolm-we are so very sorry to hear of your mom's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. I know your mom was so proud of you. Sincerely-Tyler Horton (SOA student) and family

March 13, 2012

I went to school with Rosie. She was such a sweet girl. My thoughts and prayers are with her friends and family.

March 13, 2012

Mary,
I am so sorry about your Rosie. She was as beautiful as a rose and such a sweet daughter to you. I will miss her smile and hello on her way in to see you. Now she is with God but still with you all.
Love and prayers to you and your family,Mary.
Elise Silvers friend and neighbor

Brenda Hill

March 13, 2012

Mike,

When I lost my baby sister, the below poem brought me comfort. Hopefully, it will do the same for you and your family.

"God Saw You Getting Tired"

God saw you getting tired
and a cure was not to be
so he put his arms around you
and whispered,
"Come to Me"

With tearful eyes we watched you
and saw you pass away
and although we love you dearly
we could not make you stay.

A Golden heart stopped beating
hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us
He only takes the best

Cathy 'Norris' Dukes

March 13, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear about Rosie. She was a sweet soul. My heart and prayers are with the family and close friends. I know she is shining her beautiful light down on us all.

Stacey VanFaussien

March 12, 2012

Dear Malcolm,Jeff and Diane,
I dont have to tell you how special and amazing Rosie is. Even after divorce, she still included me and The girls and we still considered each other Family. I Will never forget her smile and how it lit up every room she entered. I was blessed to be able to call her sister and The girls were blessed to call her Aunt. We love you Rosie!
Malcolm, Jeff and Diane, please let us know if you need anything. All Of you are in our prayers.
Love,
Stacey VanFaussien, Tori and Kirsten

Lisa Brantley

March 12, 2012

Dear Rosie,
May the memories of you be a reminder to all how we are suppose to treat each other! You always wore a heartfelt smile and made everyone feel welcome! You will be missed!
Love,
Lisa Brantley

Jerry Edwards

March 12, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of Rosie's passing, and my sincerest condolences to all her family.

Lillian Mansour

March 12, 2012

My beloved Rosie you are with God and all our loved ones that went before you, Grandma Carroll and Grandma Robinson are holding you. I will miss you, but I know you will always be with us. My condonlence to my sister Nellie, Malcom her son and Micheal her father, her special sister Theresa and treasured brother Michael my heart is with you all. Love Auntie Lillian

Denise Weathers/Hooks

March 12, 2012

Rest is peace Rosie. The world has lost a kind soul but heaven has welcomed an Angel.

Mary Hutto

March 12, 2012

Rosie used to cut our hair when we moved to Mount Pleasant 20 years ago. We lost touch but have known some of her family over the years. We know she will be missed by all! May God give you strength as you mourn this loss.
Mary & Alton Hutto

GAYNOR OSBORN

March 12, 2012

THE RAMBLING ROSE STRUGGLES TO CLIMB TO THE SKY
BUT THE BEST ROSE OF ALL IS ALREADY ON HIGH
LISTEN CAREFULLY WHEN YOU ARE QUIET,CALM AND AT EASE
YOU WILL HEAR THE TINKLE OF HER LAUGHTER IN THE BREEZE
COVERING YOUR SENSES WITH HER MAGICAL ANGEL DUST
LETTING YOU KNOW SHE IS THERE LOOKING OUT FOR US.

GOODBYE ROSIE MY WONDERFUL FRIEND IT WAS AN HONOUR KNOWING YOU. LOVE GAYNOR X

Chris Ransom

March 12, 2012

Rosie would light up a room when she walked in. She had such a warmth and sense of humor. She did my hair for my wedding. She was such an artist! My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Jessica & Janeiro Brown

March 11, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers will be with Mary and her family! I personally got to experience first hand her kind and giving spirit! The first time I ever met her she was visiting her mother and called me over to the car and started giving me bags of clothes! I was blessed to have met her!

Anne Dobson

March 11, 2012

Rosie was that welcoming face when I moved to Charleston. Good people. Thanks for bringing me into the fold. We will miss the snappy conversation, and most of all the "dance."

March 11, 2012

Malcolm, Holly's heart was heavy on Friday to hear the passing of your mom. Our prayers are with you. Dawn Rizer

March 11, 2012

Thoughts and prayers for Rosie and her family.

Tracy Scro

Cathy,Stanley Edmands

March 11, 2012

You will be missed.

Mr. and Mrs. John Rast

March 11, 2012

Malcolm and family,
Uncle John and I are deeply sorry for the loss of your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this difficult time. Your Mom was so bubbly and full of life, sweet spirited and kind to everyone she knew. We will miss her greatly.

Donna FitzGerald

March 11, 2012

Rosie you will be greatly missed not only by me but by my 2 sons Robert and Grayson. You made such a difference in their lives with your good advice on life and relationships. They wouldn't listen to me but they sure did listen to you. We love you and will miss you so very much.
Donna, Robert, Grayson FitzGerald

Rebecca Shehane

March 11, 2012

Dear Malcolm and Diane,
Know my thoughts, prayers and love are with you both at this time. Malcolm your Mommie was very proud of you and loved you with all her heart. Love you both, Becky Shehane

Alisa Freeman

March 11, 2012

Dear Mike, Terri and Family,

I am so sorry for you loss. May God wrap his loving arms around you all and give you comfort.

Susie Branch Surell

March 10, 2012

I'll always remember Rosie as a really nice person. She was always exceptionally nice to me in school especially when others teased me about my height. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. Rosie your an Angel now. Watch over your loved ones. You will be missed but never forgotten.

March 10, 2012

What a loss to us all. A lovely person with personaity plus and always that big smile. She will always be remembered. Our thoughts and prayers to her family. Bev & Doug Hardee

Judith Hoffman

March 10, 2012

Rosie, You were such a wonderful person, giving and loving and I loved going to see you in the shop. Both my sister Joan and Ioved you. I am so glad that you are with Jesus, no pain, fear sickness or disease, just Heaven..

Cindy McCann

March 10, 2012

I will always remember how nice Rosie was to me...I really thought a lot of her! This is so sad it breaks my heart. My love and prayers to her and her whole family!

Carole Borden

March 10, 2012

It was such a pleasure seeing Rosie every time I went to the shop. Her smiling face, her love for her son, and her sense of humor always made the day better.......my heart goes out to her family and her closest friends.

Roberta Armstrong

March 10, 2012

To my beautiful cousin who was far away but never forgotten with the miles of separation..You and your sister made me feel safe on an occasion during a visit and I never forgot it. Now you will feel safe and at peace..xoxoxo
To my Aunt Nellie,
You brought a beautiful person to us and everyone's life that she touched was better for it..
I love you Aunt Nellie please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you..
Love Roberta and Family xoxoxoxo

March 10, 2012

To my beautiful niece Rosemarie. You were such a joy to be with, my earliest memories go back to childhood. she was a ray of sunshine than. Rest in Peace my darling girl. xx

March 10, 2012

Dear Rosie,
We can"t beleive your gone from our lives so soon. Your were such a wonderful person. You always made us laugh. We love you and miss you so much.
Love ,
Toni Romanus and Candy Mccrea

Elaine Clark

March 10, 2012

Our family will really miss Rosie. She had a loving and fun spirit and was a beautiful person inside and out! Our lives are better because we knew her! Love, Elaine, Jimmy, Ryan, Seth

Michelle Long

March 10, 2012

I will always remember Rosie's smiling face when I came into the salon. The way we would joke about her never wearing the same outfit twice. God has taken her away from us but given us an angel. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends, especially you Diane, as you were her angel through her journey. Malcolm, you were the light of your mother's life. She was so proud of you.

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