January 17, 1944 - July 25, 2011
Visitation
Friday, July 29th from 2-4 and 6-8 pm
Service
Saturday, July 30, 2011 11:00 am St. Luke Lutheran Church
WETHERILL
Rose K Wetherill, RN, 67, of Westerville, Ohio passed on July 25, 2011, peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Born, January 17, 1944, in Kenton, Ohio, graduate of Forest High School, (1961), attended Riverside School of Nursing and went back to school where she completed her Bachelor’s Degree from Ohio University in 1983 and furthered her education, graduating with her Master’s from The Ohio State University in 1990. Rose retired from Riverside Methodist Hospital in 2005 where she worked for over 37 years. She ended her career at McConnell Heart Health Center where she was an inspiration to her patients and co-workers. You could find Rose in her sewing room where she made many beautiful quilts and memories, but her first love was enjoying time with family and friends. She was a member of St. Luke Lutheran Church. Member of the quilt groups, The Cracked Thimble, Heirlooms and a founding member of Westerville Quilt Guild. Preceded in death by parents, Lowell Miller and Berneda Miller. Survived by her devoted children; son, Ted Wetherill; daughters, Vonda (Steve) McDonald, Alissa (David) Trela. Rose was the best and most loved Nana to three granddaughters, Allyson Rose McDonald, Katelyn Jeanette McDonald, and Adelynn Mary Trela, and one grandson expected to be born in August; brother, Alan (Penny) Miller, and sister, June (Ronald) Eier; many nieces and nephews. Friends may visit Friday, July 29th from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MORELAND FUNERAL HOME 55 East Schrock Road, Westerville. A service will be held Saturday, July 30th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Luke Lutheran Church 4456 Morse Road, Columbus. Pastor Art Haimerl officiating. Private Inurnment. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to “My Very Own Blanket” (benefitting foster children), PO Box 2691, Westerville, Ohio 43086.
Condolences
Jaelyn - Aug 22, 2011
Thought it wuodln’t to give it a shot. I was right.
Michelle Dague - Aug 12, 2011
Dear Vonda and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Lossing a parent is one of the hardest things to go through especially when they are so young when they leave us.
You are in my thoughts and prayers, Please let me know if there is anyting that I can help you with, getting your room ready taking the kids so you can have some down time, bringing you some food, really anything.
Michelle
PATRICIA HOLLIS - Jul 30, 2011
TO TED, VONDA AND ALISSA — AND ROSE’S DARLING GRANDCHILDREN –I MET YOUR MOTHER WHEN I CAME TO RIVERSIDE IN 1980 –WE WORKED TOGETHER IN CCU–ROSE WAS A CARING AND COMPASSIONATE NURSE AND FRIEND–WE SAW EACH OTHER WHEN OUR “OLDIES” NURSES GROUP GOT TOGETHER — SHE CAME TO MY HOUSE FOR OUR CHRISTMAS PARTIES — I AM LUCKY TO HAVE ONE OF HER LOVELY QUILTED GIFTS–SHE WAS GRACIOUS AND ACCEPTING DURING HER ILLNESS AND I WILL MISS HER SMILE !!!
KAREN KLUMP - Jul 30, 2011
TO TED, VONDA, AND ALISSA, i HAVE KNOWN ROSE FOR 31 YEARS. WE WORKED TOGETHER AT RMH. SHE WAS MY NURSE AT THE ANTICOAGULATION CLINIC. WE ALWAYS ENJOYED TALKING ABOUT OUR CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN. SHE WAS A TRUE FRIEND. I WILL MISS HER. SHE IS WITH THE LORD NOW.
Kim Border - Jul 29, 2011
Vonda,
I am so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I remember meeting her when she came to school to pick up one of the girls or to help you. Know that your family is in my prayers.
Kim Border
Therese (Rohrer) Lentz - Jul 28, 2011
My warmest thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with the family of Rose. I worked with Rose in Cardiac Rehab at Riverside Hospital. As a fellow nurse, Rose was a wonderful role model and truly a lovely, caring person. I’m sure she is now enjoying her heavenly reward.
Nancy Drushal Nesbitt - Jul 28, 2011
I’m sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. My prayers are with you. Nancy
Martha Madama - Jul 27, 2011
I have so many fond memories of Rose. We lived on Kildale Sq. North and our children played together. Rose and I were in a book club at one time. We saw each other from time to time over the years, but certainly not enough. Rose will always be in my heart as someone special I knew.
My prayers go out to Ted, Vonda and Alissa. She will be missed by many and kept in our hearts forever.
Marty Madama
Jeff Madama - Jul 27, 2011
Ted, Vonda & Alissa, I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your mother; Rose. I remember her well from my childhood playing at your house. In fact, it was she who provided me with my first paying job (mowing your lawn). I’ll keep you in my prayers during this very difficult time.
Jeff Madama & family
Todd Cox - Jul 27, 2011
Just wanted to say Im very sorry about the loss of your mother. She was a very special, very kind woman who opened her home and her heart to many. You guys are like family to me and my heart and prayers are with you.
Tracey Harrison - Jul 27, 2011
Ted, Vonda and Alissa,
I was saddened to hear of the sudden passing of your mom. Losing a parent certainly puts things into perspective and reminds us that none of us are invincible and that our time here on earth could come to an end at any given moment. Your mom was a very special lady and will be missed by many. She was always so welcoming and kind to not only myself, but to all of your friends when we came over, and let’s face it, your house was quite popular back in the day 🙂
Hold on to all of the wonderful memories you have of her and take comfort in knowing that where she is, there is no suffering….just love.
Thinking of and praying for each of you,
Tracey Harrison
Cherrie Dole - Jul 27, 2011
I am so sad to hear about the loss of your mother. I considered her a friend. She was such a dedicated nurse, a calm presence to her patients and colleagues. She had so many talents to share, I wish she had had more time with you all. Ted, Vonda, Allysa-she loved you and her grandchildren sooooooo much.
Dr. Teri Caulin-Glaser at the MHHC wrote a tribute to her which I would love to share with you. Send me your email address sometime and I will forward it.
Mr & Mrs Chris Searles - Jul 27, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are here for you.
Kevin Wynne - Jul 27, 2011
Steve, Vonda, Allyson & Katelyn,
We’re saddened to hear of the loss of your Mother and Grandmother. Our thoughts are with all of you during this difficult time.
Kevin Wynne & Jim Flynn
Jill Casterline-Fraraccio - Jul 26, 2011
My heart goes out to all of you. I am so sorry to hear about your mom. She was such a special person who spent her life taking care of others. Julie and I spent some time last night talking about all the time we spent over at your house during the summers. Your mom was in all of those great memories. She always welcomed all of us. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Love, Jill Casterline-Fraraccio
Julie Post - Jul 26, 2011
I’m still in shock… your mom was one of those people who never changed or aged in any way! I can remember vividly spending time at your Kildale Sq. N house and your mom just being amazing, as always! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Your mom touched so many lives and made such a difference. You have a lot to be proud of! Words just can’t say enough….. love to all of you!
Rose Pekar - Jul 26, 2011
My deepest regret to all of you. Your Mother was such a fine person. She had was so pasionate about everyone she met. It was an honor to know her. I will always remember her wonderful smile. Rose Pekar