Service Information
Rosemary O. Arhart, age 84, Wife of the late Dallas and Mother of Tony Arhart and Sharilee Arhart-Ackerman, of Winthrop, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2020, at her home in Winthrop.
Funeral Service will be held on Friday, July 10, 2020, at 11:00 A.M. at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Winthrop with interment in The Winthrop Cemetery.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 9, 2020, from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. and will continue one hour prior to the service ALL AT CHURCH.
Memorials are preferred to Rosie Arhart Conservation Easement Project – Rosie’s Conservation Easement Project is to maintain and manage her restored wetland and prairie habitats in Sibley County.
Obituary
Rosemary “Rosie” Ordell (Kiecker) Arhart was born on March 5, 1936, in Wellington Township, MN. She was the daughter of Hilmer and Ordell (Klukas) Kiecker. Rosemary was baptized as an infant in 1936, at Emanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, Wellington Township, Renville County, Minnesota. She received her high school education in Fairfax, and was a graduate and the Valedictorian of the 1953 class of Fairfax High School. After high school, Rosemary went to work as a secretary for the Sheldon Larson Law Firm in Winthrop, MN.
On June 23, 1957, Rosemary was united in marriage to Dallas Dwight Arhart at Emanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in Wellington Township. After their marriage, the couple farmed in Bismarck Township, Sibley County, MN. Once the children were in school, she went to work for the US Post Office in Winthrop as a clerk, and later as a rural carrier. Rosie and Dallas shared 55 years of marriage and were blessed with two children--Anthony Dallas and Sharilee May.
Rosie was a member of the Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Winthrop. She served and held offices in the Ladies Guild. She also sang in the choir, was a Sunday School teacher, participated in “family night” skits, and played with the church ladies volleyball team in the DMLC tournaments. She was a big part of the Winthrop Community Theatre, and movie theatre, in Winthrop. She acted in many of the Theatre Play Productions. Rosie played softball with the Winthrop Women’s League until she was 52 years young. She also enjoyed being a competitive member of the Bismarck Township Horseshoe team. Rosie had a beautiful singing voice and had the honor of singing for many events. She was blessed to sing with many choirs, including the Sibley County Choir.
Rosemary had many talents, whether it be artistic, academic, running farm equipment and raising livestock, singing or sports. She would be the first to volunteer, and would not quit until the job was done. She had an infectious laugh that would bring a smile to our faces. Rosie enjoyed dancing, gardening, snowmobiling, foraging, cooking, and canning. She made the best lemon meringue pies, canned dill pickles, wild game, and fish entrees. She really loved to fish, winter and summer. During the 2003 Minnesota moose season, with a single shot using open sights, she was the first and oldest hunter to register a moose. She enjoyed the wildlife and the changing seasons on her restored wetland and prairie habitats on the farm, while spending time with her family and grandchildren, especially playing games and cards and trying new recipes. She always thought of her family’s needs before her own.
Rosemary passed away on Monday June 29, 2020, in her home, at the age of 84, with her children by her side. She was truly a Child of God. Blessed be her memory.
Rosemary is survived by her son, Anthony Arhart and his wife Barb; her daughter, Sharilee Ackerman and her husband, Kyle. Grandchildren Sophie Arhart, Gracie Arhart, Jacob Arhart, Jordan Arhart, Josh Arhart and his wife, Danielle and great grandchildren, Rowan and Ainslie. Brothers, Russell Kiecker and his wife Patty; Michael Kiecker and his wife Linda; Brothers-in-law, Ralph Magnenat and Delmar Bussler; Sister-in-law, Cindy Arhart; many nephews, nieces, great nephews, great nieces, other relatives and friends.
Rosemary was preceded in death by her Husband, Dallas Arhart; Parents, Hilmer and Ordell Kiecker; Sister, Monica Kiecker Magnenat; Father-In-Law and Mother-In-Law, Dwight and Thelma Arhart; Sister-In-Law, Rebecca Bussler; Brother-in-law, John Arhart.
During a time like this we realize how much our friends and relatives mean to us.
Your expressions of sympathy will always be remembered.
Brenda says
Shari ~
So very very sorry for your loss… May your mom rest peacefully in His arms.
Brenda Berle Paulson
Leely, Joe, Connor, and Morgan Evans says
She will be greatly missed, love and hugs to family and friends
Todd and Sandy Manley says
Our condolences to the Arhart family on the loss of your mother grandmother and best friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May she Rest In Peace in our lord fathers arms
Steve Johnson says
Saddened to learn of Rosie’s passing. She was alway fun to chat with and I have fond memories of the Winthrop Community Theatre days.
Traci Abrahamson says
My sympathies to the Arhart family, I have fond memories of playing softball against Rosie and the Winthrop team. My she be experiencing heavenly peace.
Pam Livernois says
So sorry to hear of Rosie’s passing. My mother,
Mary Briese Pollum, always had fond memories to share. I will be thinking of you all as you go through this week.
Pam Livernois, Michigan
Sheila Sparling says
Our deepest sympathies to you all! Rosie will be remembered fondly for her zeal for life!
Sheila (Remus), John and Lily Sparling
Sarah Mcgraw says
Patrick and I are sorry to hear about Rosi, we enjoyed seeing her when she would come out to the lake to fish. Very nice lady … we are thinking about your loss.
Patrick & Sarah McGraw
Charlie& Sharon Frank says
Shari, Tony and families –
Our hearts are heavy knowing our sweet Rosie has departed this earth, but we know she gained her Angel
Wings and is in the presence of her Savior, singing in that heavenly choir, and reunited with her loved ones who have gone on before.
We pray for peace and comfort for you all.
Love,
Sharon, Charlie and family
Diana Briese says
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember visiting your mom and dad with my mom and dad. Rosie was always a joy. I always wanted to be like her. I have never forgotten her moose story. It was great to get to know her again at the cousin reunions. You will be in my prayers and I will be thinking of you often.
Diana Briese
Tamara Frank says
Adding on to the comment my mom left earlier today, I just wanted to add my own personal condolences. It has been a long time since I saw Rosie but I can still hear that “infectious laugh” of hers. From my childhood I have such fond & cherished memories of spending time with your wonderful family when we would make the trip from Georgia to Winthrop to visit my dad’s side of our family. We feel like you are extended family. I am so sorry for the pain & sorrow you’re experiencing now. We are with you all in spirit & our hearts break with you. Praying for comfort & peace for you all. Even though we can’t be there in person, please know that we are remembering & celebrating Rosie here in Georgia & sharing stories & memories (digging out some old pics too) that make us smile. We love you.
Dave says
Thoughts and prayers to your family during this sad time.
Myrtle R. Gieseke says
So sorry of your loss, Rosie was such a sweet lady. I hadn’t seen Rosie for quite some time. I knew your parents for a long time as they were good friends to my Brother, Charles Miller. When Rosie volunteered at the Treasure Haus in New Ulm we would visit.
God bless you all, and help you through these trying times.
Janet Remus says
Shari and Tony and the rest of the family:
After I left the farm especially after the fire, Rosie and I seem to kind of drift apart in our connection. I wish I could be there for the funeral, but I can’t. I just had a total knee replacement so it’s just out of the question. I want you to both know I truly loved your mother. I know she was a neighbor but even more importantly she was a true friend. I am so sorry for your loss, but I know where she is now, with the Lord. I have a card I would like to send but I do not have an address for either Tony or you Shari. So please accept my deepest sympathy, and may the Lord be your comfort and strength in all the days ahead! Gods blessings to all!
Love from
Jan Remus
Anthony D Arhart says
All cards can be mailed to Rosie Arhart Family, 56901 276th St., Winthrop, MN 55396. Thanks.
Agnes Mack says
My sympathy to the family, she was a great classmate and friend. We will greatly miss her.
Agnes Mack
Bertha MN
Agnes Mack says
My sympathy to the family, she was a great classmate and friend. We will greatly miss her.
Agnes Mack
Bertha MN
Carolyn and Gregory Johnson says
Sorry to hear the news about Rosie. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. Good memories of Rosie with the Sibley County Choir. Sorry we are unable to convey our sympathies in person. Our deepest sympathy. Always had good visits with Rosie.
Agnes Mack says
My deepest sympathy to Rosie’s
Son and daughter ,and all family.
We were classmates. And our
Husbands were army Buds. had
Many good card games together.
Worked lots on our class
Reunions. Will be missed.
Agnes Mack
Bertha,Minn.