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Rosemary G. Kretsch

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Rosemary G. Kretsch, age 85, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2020, at Woodstone Senior Living in Hutchinson.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, July 15, 2020, at 11:00 A.M. at St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Hutchinson.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 14, 2020, from 5:00-8:00 P.M. at St. Anastasia Catholic Church with Rosary at 7:30 P.M. at the church and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church.

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St. Anastasia Catholic Church
460 Lake Street South
Hutchinson, MN
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St. Anastasia Catholic Church
460 Lake Street South
Hutchinson, MN
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Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel
899 Highway 15 South
Hutchinson, MN 55350
Phone:(320) 587-2128
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Obituary

Rosemary Gertrude Schunk was born on August 17, 1934, in Redwood Falls, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Joseph and Gertrude (Gores) Schunk. Rosemary was baptized as an infant and later confirmed in her faith as a youth; both at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Wabasso. She attended grade school and high school at St. Anne’s Catholic Church and was a graduate with the Wabasso High School class of 1952.

On September 16, 1954, Rosemary was united in marriage to Donald “Pete” Ervin Kretsch at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Wabasso, Minnesota. This marriage was blessed with nine children, Debra, Sandra, Linda, Donald, Richard, Kenneth, Brian, Robert, and Kevin. Rosemary and her family lived in Fairfax for 24 years and then moved to Hutchinson, Minnesota in 1986. They shared 65 years of marriage.

Rosemary was a homemaker for many years. Later she worked at various jobs in and around Fairfax and Hutchinson. She worked at Hauser’s Hardware Store, Green Giant, Ralphie’s Café, Prax Bakery, Hearing Aid Center, Foot Doctor, and a dental office.

Rosemary was a member of Knights of Columbus Auxiliary and the Council of Church Women. She was also a choir member in Fairfax and Hutchinson for many years.

She enjoyed taking care of her family, cooking, baking, crossword puzzles, playing cards, traveling, bowling, socializing with friends, and having luncheons. Her love for music stayed with her throughout her life. Christian songs never stopped coming from her lips even in her last weeks. Rosemary especially enjoyed singing “How Great Thou Art” with head bowed and hands raised. She was witty, loving, and generous beyond measure, strong in spirit, and faith. After God, her family was her purpose and her gift. Rosemary felt it was “a God-given privilege to be a mother to each of her children.” She loved her husband, Pete, with all her heart.

Rosemary passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2020, at Woodstone Senior Living Community in Hutchinson, at the age of 85 years. Blessed be her memory.

Rosemary is survived by her:
Husband, Donald “Pete” Kretsch of Hutchinson, MN;
Children, Debra (Kretsch) Melby and her husband, Rick, of Pipestone, MN,
Sandra Kretsch of Chaska, MN,
Linda (Kretsch) Knutson of Eagan, MN,
Donald Kretsch Jr. and his wife, Karla, of Chandler, AZ,
Richard Kretsch and his wife, Carin, of Denton, TX,
Kenneth Kretsch and his wife, Dawn, of Austin, TX,
Brian Kretsch and his wife, Mary, of El Cajon, CA,
Robert Kretsch and his wife, Lisa, of Buffalo, MN,
Kevin Kretsch and his wife, Jennifer, of Burlingame, CA;
Grandchildren, Ryan Melby, Melissa Rosendahl, Nicholas Knutson, Brandon Kretsch, Amanda Kretsch, Luke Kretsch, Marissa Kretsch, Eric Timmerman, Ashley Brown, Zach Kretsch, Drake Kretsch, Adam Kretsch, Jordan Kretsch, Kellie Kretsch, Samuel Kretsch, Avery Dammann;
Great-Grandchildren, Claire Melby, Ella Melby, Addilyn Melby, Madisen Melby, Megan Rosendahl, Tustin Rosendahl, Lincoln Brown, Payson Brown;
Great-Great-Grandchild, Hayden Maskovich,
Sister, Judy (Schunk) Trebesch and her husband, Emil, of Springfield, MN;
Sister-in-law, Elaine Schunk of Vesta, MN;
Brother-in-law, Dale Haag of Elko, MN;
Many other relatives and friends.

Rosemary is preceded in death by her Parents, Joseph and Gertrude Schunk; Brothers, Joseph Schunk, and an infant brother; Sisters, Jane Schunk, Bernadine Haag, Claris Frericks, and Kathy Dehmlow.

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  1. Elaine Berdan Kelash (Eli) says

    July 11, 2020 at 6:51 pm

    Rosie was always a kind, friendly person. I am so sorry for your loss. Take care.

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  2. Cynthia Venekamp says

    July 11, 2020 at 8:54 pm

    To all the family! So very sorry for the loss of Rosemary. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this time. God’s blessings to each of you. Love, Cynthia and Michael

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  3. Kris (Dummer) Wiltscheck says

    July 11, 2020 at 9:40 pm

    Pete & family,
    So sorry to hear of Rosie’s passing. My condolences to you all.

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  4. Bobbi & Neil Ludewig says

    July 13, 2020 at 10:16 am

    Pete and Family, We are so sorry for the loss of Rosemary. She was such a fun loving person. She was such a joy to have in my choir for all those years. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Bobbi & Neil Ludewig, Patti & Tony Hoerner, Linda & Dave Evenson and other choir members.

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  5. Carol (Martin) & Dick Telthoester says

    July 14, 2020 at 10:35 am

    Pete and Family, We are so sorry to hear of Rosie’s passing. She will be greatly missed. It was always good to see her when we were visiting Mom & Dad. You are in our thoughts.

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  6. Dallas says

    July 15, 2020 at 8:48 pm

    To one of the strongest family I know, this a great loss to you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Your family was there for us all, any time, winter snow storms or all summer. Your mom was just like my mother when we were at your place always open arms. Rosie will be missed. God bless you all

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  7. joan dayrit says

    July 22, 2020 at 4:37 pm

    Our deepest condolences to the family. R.I.P.

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