Dorothy G. Rosette

BATH - Dorothy Grace Rosette, age 86, passed away on Wednesday, March 26. She was born in Wilson on Jan. 14, 1922, the daughter of Albert and Hilda Amsdill. Dorothy was predeceased by her husband, Fred on March 14, 1991 with who she celebrated fifty years of marriage.

The beloved matriarch of a large and loving family, Dorothy raised four daughters, Cathy (Richard) Hallenbeck of Rome, Patricia (Donald) Hutches of Bath, Margaret Carter of Rochester and Dorianne (David) Hunt of Albany. Dorothy dearly loved her fourteen grandchildren, twenty-six great-grandchildren and six greatgreat grandchildren. Additionally, Dorothy was predeceased by her sister, Violet Babyak and survived by her brother, Clayton (Faye) Hauck; brother-in-law, Stephen Babyak; and many special nieces and nephews' plus countless friends.

An accomplished career woman, Dorothy was proud to be named the first female foreperson of the bottling department at Taylor Wine, Co. Upon her retirement from Taylor, Dorothy founded a successful craft business, where she was known for her artistic quilt designs and unique jam recipes for "Gram's Jams." Dorothy lovingly created original quilts for each member of her family.

Dorothy found great joy in helping others as an active volunteer for several organizations, including mentoring younger women as a Girls Scout leader. She served in numerous capacities as a member of her muchloved Hammondsport United Methodist Church including choir member, Sunday School teacher, youth craft chairperson, administrative board member, trustee, and flower chairperson, often incorporating flowers from her own lovely garden in the arrangements she displayed at the church. Dorothy was famous for her infectious smile and delicious baked goods, donating countless treats to bake sales for her church and her daughters' activities.

Donations in Dorothy's memory may be made to the Hammondsport Methodist Church Youth Programs, and Sunday School as well as the Seven Lakes Girl Scout Council in Hammondsport.

Calling hours were held Saturday, March 29 from 1-2 p.m. at the Methodist Church in Hammondsport followed by a Memorial Service and luncheon in the church undercroft.

Arrangements are by the LaMarche Funeral Home of Hammondsport.