Rosalie M. Brakhage
1932-2021
Memorial service to celebrate the life of Rosalie Mae (Holz) Brakhage is scheduled for 10:00am on Thursday, March 25, 2021 at Matthews Funeral Home, Edmond, OK, with graveside service and interment following at 3:00pm at Memorial Park Cemetery in Enid, OK. Viewing will be Wednesday 1:00pm to 8:00pm with the family available from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at the funeral home in Edmond.
Rosalie was born on the farm in Lahoma, OK on April 7th, 1932, to Edward and Lydia Holz and was called to her eternal home by her Heavenly Father on Saturday, March 20, 2021 in Oklahoma City.
She attended Zion Lutheran Church in Lahoma, where she was baptized, confirmed and married. Rosalie attended elementary school at Zion Lutheran Church and secondary school at Lahoma. She married her high school sweetheart, Vernon Brakhage, on March 17, 1951. They were blessed with six children: Diana, Jay, Eddie, Gayla, Dale and Robin.
Vernon and Rosalie moved to Kingfisher in 1957. Rosalie raised the children at home while Vernon worked. She made all the clothes for herself, three daughters and mother, Lydia. She also started crocheting and made afghans, stuffed animals and decorative items for family and friends. One constant over the years was Rosalie’s cooking. Pies, cakes, and cinnamon rolls were a favorite and a variety of cookies were always in the freezer to be served to any visitors. The favorite of her kids, grandkids and many nieces and nephews were the porcupine meatballs she brought to all family gatherings. Rosalie enjoyed piecing and hand quilting quilts, which she was able to do well into her eighties. Over 100 quilts were given to her family members for Weddings, Christmas and other special occasions.
In 1977, Vernon and Rosalie became co-owners of the Chisholm Trail Skating Rink. They operated it for seven years and former skaters were known to stop by their home to sit and visit with them about their roller skating days.
Those who cherish her memory are their five children, Diana (David) Martin of Edmond, daughter-in-law Susan Brakhage of McKinney, TX, Eddie Brakhage of Edmond, Gayla (David) Heinrichs of Drummond, Dale (Kim) Brakhage of Seminole, and Robin (David) Bailey of Edmond: grandchildren Chris (Lindsey), Kyle (Shae), Kara (Doug), Jason (Monteshia), Bradley (Kimberly), Patrick (Sheree), and Sean (Phil): great-grand children Austin, Dillion, Addison, Katie, Emma, Ethan, Derek, Rebekah, Jayleigh, Maddyn, Kendall and Greta Rosalie. One brother-in-law Charles (Michelle) Brakhage of San Antonio,TX.
She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Vernon, son Jay, sisters Leola, Luella, Ruby, and Annabel.
The family requests Memorials be made to Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, cancer division.
We will be live streaming this service in an effort to accommodate those people that wish to attend but feel they should not due to health regulations. To watch the service CLICK HERE to go to our YouTube page. Click on ‘Videos’, then ‘Live Streams’.
The Rosalie Brakhage Family– A mother’s love is a special gift that will live forever in the hearts of her children and grandchildren. As you keep your mother’s love in your hearts, know that warm thoughts and caring are also with you. Our sincere condolences and heart-felt sympathy are sent to all of your family.
To the family of Rosalie- A beautiful and special loved one to her family and friends will be greatly missed.
May the wonderful memories of her be a comfort to each of you. Our prayers and deepest sympathy are extended to your family.
Read of your mother’s death on line. We wish strength to you and yours during this sad time.
Gayla,
I’m so sad to read of your mom’s death. We are praying for strength, peace and courage for you and your family. Love you, my friend.