Rosalie M. Callan, age 88, a life long resident of Appleton, died Monday, April 26, 2010 at Brewster Village. She was born on November 19, 1921 to the late Edward and Martha (Winters) Nussbaum. She was a member of the first graduating class of the current Appleton West High School. Rosalie was joined in marriage to Leland "Sonny" Callan on September 28, 1946 at St. Therese Parish in Appleton. He preceded her in death on March 26, 1986. Rosalie and Sonny were avid Packer fans attending home games during the glory years of the 1960's and beyond. She continued to look forward to every football season. Rosalie loved to read and play cards. One of her greatest joys was the time she and Sonny spent at Lake Poygan. They enjoyed fishing and the company of good friends. Rosalie is well known for sitting under "her tree" by the lake talking with the gang. Rosalie worked at Zwickers Knitting Mill prior to marriage. After raising her sons, she worked at Austin Super Market in Appleton for over 15 years, meeting many great customers and co-workers until her retirement. Rosalie was blessed with a wonderful family of cousins, in-laws and grandchildren. She looked forward to luncheons, gatherings and celebrations. She was a founding and current member of St. Pius X Parish.
Rosalie is survived by her sons: Ron (Susan), Menasha; Rich (Kathy), Little Chute; and Dave, Appleton; grandchildren: Tim (Lacie) Callan, Kristina (Scott) Rollo, Daniel (fiancé Valerie) Callan, Gregory Callan, Heather Callan, Katie (Joe) Ornstein and Lucy (Brian) Peterson; great grandchildren: Gabrielle and Isabelle Callan, Brennan Rollo, Cooper, Owen and Amelia Ornstein, Mackenzie, Mason and Miles Peterson; sisters-in-law: Arlene Jochman, Evie (Chris) Wolf and Edie Nussbaum; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In addition to her parents and husband, Rosalie was preceded in death by her brother, Leon Nussbaum; father and mother-in-law Clem and Mary Callan; and brother-in-law Bill Jochman.
Visitation will be held Friday April 30, 2010 beginning at 3:00 p.m. until time of Mass at 6:00 p.m. at ST. PIUS X (500 W. Marquette St. Appleton). The Rev. Thomas Farrell will officiate with Deacon Rick Simon assisting. Burial will be at Highland Memorial Cemetery, Appleton.
Rosalie's family would like to extend their gratitude to Brewster Village, Rennes Health Center, Dr. Robert Fox and his staff and Theda Care Hospice for their care and compassion.