Rosalie Jane Stempin

Rosalie Jane Stempin, born December 13, 1938, in Hamtramck, Michigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 10, 2026, in Traverse City, MI. She was the daughter of Jane and Stephen Sliwinski. She lived a life filled with love, laughter and family.

Rosalie married her high school sweetheart Carl, at St. Rita Catholic Church in Detroit, Michigan on August 31, 1957. Together, they built a life centered on family, love, and shared adventures. Their journey took them to many places, as Rosalie and Carl lived in Michigan, California, and Nevada, moving at least 23 times throughout their lives. No matter where life took her, Rosalie cherished the connections she made along the way.

Rosalie had a special gift for making a house feel like home and bringing people together. Her warmth, wit and genuine caring for family and friends made everyone feel welcomed. She loved cooking, baking and sharing recipes across generations, while also being creative and crafty. Birthdays and holidays were especially meaningful to her, as she delighted in celebrating these occasions and making them memorable for those she loved. She also enjoyed dancing with her husband Carl and visits to Monterey, California.

Throughout her career, Rosalie worked as an executive secretary at Pine Tree Elementary, Lake Orion High School and Chabot Community College.

Above all, Rosalie adored her family. Her children and grandchildren were a source of great joy and pride. She is survived by her children, Julie Stempin, Todd (Erin) Stempin, and Jason Stempin, and her cherished grandchildren, Annie, Paul, and Hayden, whom she loved dearly.

Rosalie was preceded in death by her husband, Carl M. Stempin; her son, Carl S. Stempin; and her parents, Jane and Stephen Sliwinski.

Rosalie will be remembered for her joyful laugh, her love of family, her creative spirit, and celebrating life's special moments. Her legacy lives on in the traditions she passed down, the love she shared, and the many treasured memories held by those fortunate enough to have known her. She will be deeply missed and forever loved.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 10:00 AM until her Funeral Service at 11:00 AM at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. A luncheon will be held following the service at the funeral home, and her interment will take place at Oakwood Catholic Cemetery at 3:00 PM.

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