Peacefully surrounded by her family at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Sunday October 27, 2024, Rosemary passed away in her 90th year. She was the beloved wife of Dr. Allan Spear, cherished mother of Kelly (Tom), Heather (Joe), and Tracy (Larry), devoted grandmother of Kirsten, Nathaniel, Cameron, Jesse, Dallyn, Liam, and Brody, and proud great-grandmother of Ava. She is predeceased by her siblings Colleen and Leonard and will be greatly missed by extended family and many friends.

Rosemary was born and raised in Napanee, Ontario. She dedicated her career to education and was a beloved schoolteacher in Kingston. She was a proud member of the Whitby Curling Club and the Oshawa Golf Club. She also was an active and longtime member of the Northminster United Church and their UCW council in Oshawa. A lifelong adventurer, Rosemary had a deep love for travel and with her husband, Allan, was always planning her next trip making many cherished memories along the way. An avid sports fan, Rosemary enjoyed cheering for her favourite teams. An enthusiastic bridge player, she enjoyed spending time with fellow club members.

Donations in memory of Rosemary can be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation.