Rosetta L. Shesman

Rosetta "Posey" L. Shesman, 77, of 740 Interstate Parkway, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2019, at her residence with her husband by her side.

Born on May 5, 1941, in Prescott, AZ, she was a daughter of Alvin and Rosetta (Lovitt) West. 

Rosetta attended Humbolt Elementary and graduated from Prescott High School in 1958, then attended St. Joseph School of Nursing, where she obtained her Registered Nursing degree.

On November 23, 1963, Rosetta married John "Bill" Shesman in Prescott, AZ with Father Charles Gielow who officiated.

She worked as a nurse from 1965 to 1995 at the Prescott Hospital, Bradford Hospital, Hanum Home, and the Bradford Nursing Pavillion

Rosetta was an avid golfer, loved sewing and quilting, and spending time with her family when she could. She will always be known as "Sissy Lee" by her family out west.

She was a member of the Abundant Life Assembly of God Church and also taught Sunday School for many years at St. Bernard Church.

Surviving in addition to her husband Bill of 55 years, is one son, Michael (Jennifer) Shesman, of Thurmont, MD, two daughters, Kylene (Craig) Palutro, of Grove City, and Kathlene (Christopher) Farrell, of Fredericksburg, VA, five grandchildren Ryan Shesman, Caitlin Palutro, Christopher Palutro, Christopher Farell IV, and Calvin Farrell, her twin brother, William (Dottie) West, of Tempe, AZ and brother James (Joan) West, of Camp Verde, AZ, and Brother-in-law Joseph (Izzy) Shesman, of Erie, PA, four nephews Tom (Chris) West, William (Debbie) West, Derek (Shirley) West, Michael ( Deza) West, one niece Lori Gonzales, and numerous cousins.

She was predeceased in death by her parents, and one niece Debbie Powell.  

Friends will be received on Saturday, March 9, 2019 in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc., 372 East Main St., Bradford, from 10;00 AM to 11:00  AM with a memorial service beginning at 11:00 am with Rev. Philip Palutro, retired pastor of the Abundant Life Assembly of God Church and Rev. Ronald Konzenlowski, Pastor of the Abundant Life Assembly of God co-officiating.

Memorials can be made in memory of Rosetta of the donor's choice.

Online condolences can be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

Bill, so sad. Sorry for your loss. Loved this lady. Prayers for peace.
— Carol E Berridge

Dear Bill, So sorry about your loss, thinking about you at this difficult time. Terri
— Terri Smith Leven

Dear Bill and family So sorry to learn of Posies passing. She was a dear friend when I lived on Interstate Parkway years ago..You are in my thoughts and prayers. Judy (Frantz) Keenan
— JUDY KEENAN

We were so sorry to hear of your mother''s passing. It was so clear in her daughter Kathlene''s dedication to her students and coworkers what a remarkable woman she was. Our Prayers and Thoughts are with you.
— Brenda Davis & Family (&Quentin)

We are so sorry for your loss, Bill and our hearts are sad but we rejoice in the promise of Glory. Posey was an example of a real lady and will be fondly remembered.
— Andy Crouse and family

Sorry to hear of Poseys passing. Remember her fondly working with her at the “Homes”. She was a beautiful lady. RIP. Condolences to you Bill and family!
— Judy Campbell

Uncle Bill, We are so sorry for your loss and want you to know that we are holding you in our prayers. Aunt Sis always impressed me with her easy laugh and the deep love she shared for us during her visits out west. It was always clear that no matter the distance or time, Aunt Sis always loved us deeply. Our lives have been richer with her in it. We love you all and will continue to pray for you and your family.
— Derek West

bill sorry to hear about rosetta I have not seen her since I lived out there she was a good person and a good nurse and a good friend
— diane meyers

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Ms. Shesman she and Mr Shesman have been great friends to my Parents Mr and Mrs Ronald Ridenour for many years. I have great memories of our families spending time together growing up am grateful to have had an adult friendship with both Mr and Mrs Shesman. Posey was a classy lady she will be missed by all the many lives she has touched over the years.
— Beth A. Costello

Condolences

  • Bill, so sad. Sorry for your loss. Loved this lady. Prayers for peace.

    — Carol E Berridge
  • Dear Bill, So sorry about your loss, thinking about you at this difficult time. Terri

    — Terri Smith Leven
  • Dear Bill and family So sorry to learn of Posies passing. She was a dear friend when I lived on Interstate Parkway years ago..You are in my thoughts and prayers. Judy (Frantz) Keenan

    — JUDY KEENAN
  • We were so sorry to hear of your mother''s passing. It was so clear in her daughter Kathlene''s dedication to her students and coworkers what a remarkable woman she was. Our Prayers and Thoughts are with you.

    — Brenda Davis & Family (&Quentin)
  • We are so sorry for your loss, Bill and our hearts are sad but we rejoice in the promise of Glory. Posey was an example of a real lady and will be fondly remembered.

    — Andy Crouse and family