Rosemary (Moore) DeChick

Rosemary Moore Bowen DeChick
Rosemary, “Ro”, passed away peacefully on March 16th in Auburn, NY following a brief illness. Ro was born in Auburn, where she lived the majority of her 77 years.

Ro was predeceased by her parents, James and Naomi Moore; siblings, Mary Lou Coffin, Julie Riddlesworth, James Moore, Patricia Moore, and Darlene McKeen; and first husband S. Gordon Bowen.

She is survived by her children, Patricia Lincoln, and Gordon (Rachel) Bowen; grandchildren, Elijah Lincoln, Paige Lincoln, Nicole Currier, and Ethan Fisher; honorary grandchildren, Enrique Hernandez, and Mariela Hernandez; siblings, Lynn Dejaiffe, Georgianna Caliendo and Cathie Bollin; and numerous nieces, and nephews.

Growing up, Rosemary was a self-proclaimed tomboy who loved being part of a large family. She told stories of having lunch at her parents’ restaurant, spending time with her aunts, uncles and cousins, getting into mischief with her siblings, and diving completely into being an aunt while still a teenager. Widowed as a young mother, Ro tackled the role of single parent, raising her children to know love, kindness perseverance and family. Her entire life was dedicated to her family, which she loved without measure. That dedication and love extended to her friendships, both new and long established.

Ro’s greatest joy was being a grandmother. She spent a great deal of time, specifically with Elijah and Paige, resulting in a bond that all three cherished. She taught them very early to know that “Nana loves them beyond comprehension “.

A celebration of Rosemary’s life will be held on Saturday March 25th at 3:00pm at SS Peter and John Episcopal Church, 169 Genesee Street Auburn. Family will greet guests beginning at 2:30 as well as following the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Jude’s Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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