Rosemary E. Kaidan

Rosemary passed away Wednesday morning, July 18, 2018 at the Toni and Trish House at the age of 76 years. Rosemary was born on June 23, 1942 to the late Russell and Mary (Bourdiales) Brennan. She married Ronald J. Kaidan on August 21, 1965 in Bay City and he passed away on November 23, 2004. Rosemary worked for Michigan Bell Telephone and Meijer and later volunteered as a noon aide for Kolb elementary for many years. She was known to be part of the coffee clutch at the Texan restaurant with her husband every night from 7 to 9:00. In her spare time she enjoyed being with her grandchildren.
Rosemary is survived by her daughter, Karen Kaidan; son, Marty (Carolyn) Kaidan; grandchildren, Krysta Lang, Joe, Tim, Matt and Olivia Kaidan; sisters, Alice Brennan and Carolyn Redwitz; sister-in-law, Joyce Brennan and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband she was also preceded in death by her brother, Herbert Brennan.
Funeral and committal services will take place at 11:00 a.m. at the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc. on Saturday, July 21, 2018. Officiating will be Rev. Joseph Atchinson. Per Rosemary's wishes cremation will take place following the services. Friends may visit with the family at the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc. on Friday from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to make a memorial contribution to the Toni and Trish House. The family of Rosemary would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of the Toni and Trish House for the care they gave to her. For online condolences www.GephartFuneralHome.com