On Wednesday, April 1, 2015, longtime harness racing industry participant Rosemary (Rosie) Shelswell passed away and entered into the presence of Jesus, her God and Saviour.
Rosie is survived by husband, Michael Sinclair of Cookstown, parents Gerry and Carolyn Shelswell of Oro-Medonte and a large extended family. Rosie’s infectious smile and positive attitude will be greatly missed by those that knew her.
There will be a visitation on Monday April 6, 2015 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and on Tuesday April 7, 2015 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 265 Coldwater Road West, Orillia. The funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday April 8, 2015 at First Baptist Church, 265 Coldwater Road West, Orillia. Interment: Knox Cemetery, Oro-Medonte.
In memory of Rosemary, memorial donations can be made to the Gerry and Nancy Pencer Brain Trust to benefit the Pencer Brain Tumour Centre at Princess Margaret Pencer Centre and would be greatly appreciated by the family. Donations may be made through Mundell Funeral Home.
Please join Standardbred Canada in offering condolences to the family and friends of Rosemary Shelswell.
My deepest condolences Mike.
My deepest condolences Mike. I'm saddened to hear of Rosie's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Very saddened to hear this.
Very saddened to hear this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Mike and all the family in your time of sorrow. Rest in peace Rosie.
Gerry & Piera Tangreda
Rosie, your smile and love of
Rosie, your smile and love of life will be greatly missed by all. Our condolences to Mike and the rest of your family. God bless all of you,
Evelyn, Durney, Pam and Donna.
A very friendly girl who
A very friendly girl who suffered enough. Now rest. Stan and Pat.
Rosie didn't just light up a
Rosie didn't just light up a room. She lit up the whole backstretch. She was the bravest and cheeriest soul whose generosity of spirit was a large part of the humanity that was at Barrie Raceway and later at Georgian Downs. We are all so sad today and we send our sincere condolences to Mike and her family.
My sincere condolences to
My sincere condolences to Mike and all the extended families. I just loved talking to Rosie at the track. She was so positive about everything even when she was having a bad day. For sure her infectious smile will be remembered by all. You were an inspiration for all of us.
Rest in Peace Rosie. Sadly "You will be missed" by all of us.
Marv and all the friends and staff of Mardon Stables.
Rosie, your bubbly
Rosie, your bubbly personality and tenderness that touched our lives will be sadly missed.
You are in our thoughts and prayers. You are a wonderful treasure to hold in our hearts.
Our deepest symphony to Mike and family..... Sandy & Gary
Very saddened to hear this.
Very saddened to hear this. Deepest condolences. Sad day.
Albina & Anthony Montini
RIP Rosemary your smile will
RIP Rosemary your smile will light up heaven
God bless Mike and family
Rest in Peace Rosemary. To
Rest in Peace Rosemary.
To Mike, Carrie Lynn and family
please accept my condolences.