Obituaries : Rosalie Helen Henry

Rosalie Helen Henry, age 82, of Amana, passed away Sunday, October 25, 2020, at Colonial Manor of Amana, following a long battle with Alzheimer's. A private family service will be held. As per Rosalie's wishes, she will be cremated. Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo, is assisting the family with arrangements.Rosalie was born August 17, 1938, the daughter of Charles and Alice Eichacker, of Homestead. She graduated from Amana High School in 1956. She married Dale Henry at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, in Cedar Rapids, and was a member of the church for 60 years.Rosalie enjoyed reading, playing cards, golfing, pontoon boating on Lake MacBride, Hawkeye football games, needlework, and spending time with family. She also enjoyed 18 years of being a snowbird in St. George, Utah.Rosalie is survived by her husband Dale of 60 years; a daughter, Susan (Doug) Martens, of Vinton; two sons, Robert (Mary) Henry, of Tiffin and Patrick (Debra) Henry, of South Amana; eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a sister, Dorothea Riepe, of Vinton; a brother R.C. Eichacker, of Amana; several nieces and nephews.Rosalie will continue to live on in the memory of all who knew her for her gentle ways and friendship. She was loving and caring, and her beautiful infections smile will be missed.The family would like to thank the staff of Colonial Manor of Amana for the tender care of Rosalie the last years of her life.Memorial donations may be directed in Rosalie's memory to the Alzheimer's Association, Essence of Life Hospice, or a charity of your choice.