MATC Matters

Our deep sympathy goes out to the family and friends of our colleague, Rosemaria Dickinson. See below for her obituary and funeral information.

Dickinson, Rosemaria Theresa MADISON - Rosemaria Dickinson, age 54, ended her seven year journey living with cancer on Friday, Oct. 26, 2007, at Meriter Health Center, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Rose was born in San Diego, Calif. on Dec. 18, 1952, a daughter of the late James Robert and Rose (Clarke) Dorff. She served in the U.S Army from 1971 until 1974, and was a graduate of St. Norbert’s College where she received her bachelor of science degree.

Rose had been a medical lab technologist at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, and was currently an instructor at MATC. She was a devoted mom, loving friend and foremost a dedicated teacher. Rose freely gave her all for students. Whether it was emergency cash or continuous support through a life crisis, she was always there.

Rose will be dearly missed by her four children, Shannon of Bradenton, Fla., Nicholas of Verona, Sean of Verona and Ryan of Verona; a granddaughter, Madison Marie Ramsey of Bradenton, Fla.; a brother, Michael Dorff of Renton, Wash.; and former husband, Terry Dickinson of Verona. In addition to her parents; Rose was preceded in death by a brother, Jim Dorff; and baby Matthew.

A Time for Sharing and Remembering Rose will be held on Sunday, Nov. 4, 2007, at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Friends may gather at the funeral home Sunday from noon until the memorial when family and friends are welcome to share stories and loving words about Rose. The memorial will conclude with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to remember Rose are encouraged to direct donations in her name to Olbrich Botanical Gardens, 3330 Atwood Ave., Madison, WI 53704, where the family plans to place a memorial bench in the Thai Gardens.

“The family would like to thank everyone who helped Rose and her family through this difficult time, especially the nurses and staff at both UW Hospital and Meriter Health Center, their love and kindness will never be forgotten.” Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 3610 Speedway Road (608) 238-3434 www.cressfuneralservice.com