Rose Agnes Booth
March 19, 1914 - July 6, 2013
Age 99, of Braidwood, IL passed away Saturday, July 6, 2013 at Morris Hospital in Morris, IL. She was born on March 19, 1914 to the late Frank and Annie (nee Riha) Kral. Rose was a graduate of the Illinois State University in Normal, IL. She was a beloved teacher at the Braidwood Grade School for thirty years. She is survived by her loving family: son, Eric Booth, of Braidwood; daughter, Carol (Jim) Shenk of Custer Park, IL; two grandchildren, David Shenk and Jill (Jack) Mann, both of Dwight, IL; two great-grandchildren, Lauren (fiancé, Christopher DuBois) Mann and Steven Mann; brother and sister-in-law, James and Bernice Kral of Wilmington; nieces, Rosann Bonselaar, Fran Strader, and Sue Bach; and many great-nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents; husband, Roger Booth, whom she married January 25th, 1941 in Braidwood; brother and sister-in-law, Frank and Rose Kral; and nephew, Frank Kral, Jr. Rose was an avid Cubs fan. She enjoyed making afghans and homemade pies. Rose was a master at crossword puzzles. Per her wishes, there will be no services. Cremation rites will be accorded. Arrangements entrusted to R.W. Patterson Funeral Homes, Ltd. & Crematory in Braidwood. Memorials in her name would be appreciated for: Shriners Children’s Hospital: 2211 N. Oak Park Ave., Chicago, IL 60707; Fox, Family & Friends (The Parent Group): 134 W. Main, Dwight, IL 60420; or the Bohemian Cemetery on Essex Road. A special thank you to the Braidwood Ambulance Crew for their extra care and compassion.
Age 99, of Braidwood, IL passed away Saturday, July 6, 2013 at Morris Hospital in Morris, IL. She was born on March 19, 1914 to the late Frank and Annie (nee Riha) Kral. Rose was a graduate of the Illinois State University in Normal, IL.... View Obituary & Service Information