Rosemary J. Aspenson, 84, of Rockford, IL; formerly of Apache Junction, AZ, and Belvidere, IL; went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 26, 2019. Born August 19, 1934 in Readstown, WI; daughter of Carroll and Leola (Hutchinson) Hankins. United in marriage on August 29, 1953, to Orland Aspenson. Rosemary lived a life centered around God and family. A devoted Christian, she spent countless hours serving and volunteering at the various churches which she attended, and worked to bring others she came in contact with closer to Christ. Reunited in heaven, she was the loving wife of 65 years to her husband Orland, and together they became the foundation and example for generations to follow. Family defined Rosemary. Whether she was on the forefront of gathering siblings, cousins and other family and friends at the Readstown Advancement building for celebrations, reunions, birthdays, and other special events, or showing off her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren to anyone who was around, family meant everything to her. She spent most of her life in her two favorite places, the kitchen and her beauty shop. Rosemary worked many years as a beautician, often from her in-home shop. Many lifelong friendships were formed from that shop, but perhaps even more friendships were formed from her amazing baked goods and famous recipes which were always from scratch. Rosemary never hesitated to speak what was on her mind and always pushed those around her to find the best in themselves. Her honesty, warm smile, generosity, selfless nature, and genuine care for others leave lasting impressions on the people she leaves behind. She treated everyone like they were the most important person in the world to her, and often went out of her way to give people opportunities or words of encouragement when they needed it most. Rosemary always had a way of leaving everyone with their hearts and bellies full and will truly be missed by everyone who came to know her. Survived by her children; David and Ken (Sheri) Aspenson; grandchildren, Alasia Brei-Aspenson, Eric (Nicole) Aspenson, Sarah (Dustin) Bankord, Emma (Ryan) McWilliams, Nate (Holly) Aspenson, Anna Aspenson; great-grandchildren, Owen, Bailey, Tyler, Wyatt, Avery, Sawyer, Nora, and Elliett; brother, Andy Bill (Rhonda) Hankins; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by her parents, husband, infant brother, Carroll Jr. and sisters, Vivian, Claramae, Carolyn and Shirley. Memorial visitation on Saturday, August 17, 2019 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Heartland Community Church, 1280 S. Alpine Rd. Rockford, followed by a Celebration of Life at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Cindy Marino will officiate. Private interment in Belvidere Cemetery. Grace Funeral & Cremation Services is assisting the family. Share a memory or condolence at www.graceFH.com .