Rosemary Frances Schroen

Rosemary Frances Schroen, age 91, passed away Thursday, January 31, 2019 surrounded by her family at her home in Aspers. She was born Tuesday, November 1, 1927 in Baltimore City, Maryland as the daughter of the late Frank J. Gross and Hilda Mary (Martin). She was a devoted member and was employed by St. Clement's Church in Lansdowne, MD for over 20 years as a janitor. She is survived by her loving husband of 70 years, Henry Joseph Schroen. She is also survived by her loving daughter, Rosemarie Ratas and her husband Henry Paul Ratas of Aspers, two nieces and three nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Catherine Gohlinghorst and Ethel Mary Horn and half-sister, Francis L. (Bauernschaub) Wohler. Professional services are entrusted to Dugan Funeral Home, Inc., 111 South Main Street, Bendersville. Mass of Christian Burial Services will be held on Wednesday, February 6 at 11:00 AM at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 25 W High Street, Gettysburg with Father Daniel C. Mitzel officiating. A public viewing will take place on Tuesday, February 5 from 6:00 -8:00 PM at Dugan Funeral Home. Interment will be in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery, Gettysburg. Memorial contributions may be made in Rosemary’s name to Little Sisters of the Poor, St. Martin's Home, 601 Maiden Choice Lane, Catonsville, MD 21228 and Adams County SPCA, 11 Goldenville Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325.