Rose Marie was first diagnosed with Alzheimers/Dementia in 2009. She continued to live life, travel and enjoy her time in spite of the disease. Jerry provided 100% of her care, day and night, until August 11, 2016. She called him "My Angel". Rose Marie continued her journey at "The Garden" memory care facility in Coeur d' Alene, Idaho. The Garden employees helped manage her Alzheimer's symptoms for the next 7 months until her passing. She was a favorite of her fellow guests and the nurses.