Rose Louise Cartarius

Age 73, of Elmira, passed away on Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at home surrounded by her family.She is survived by her husband, Ludwig R. Cartarius; daughters, Pam Cartarius-McKaig of Horseheads, Laurie Cartarius-Macri, Patty Cartarius of Rochester, Ann (Mark) Cartarius-Duncan of GA; grandchildren, Sheena, Robert, Devin & Chad.It was Rose?s request that there be no formal calling hours.?If you could not call me or stop by and visit me while I was alive, I don?t want you to come see me dead.Love Rose?.Friends are invited to visit the family at the residence from 4 to 8 PM on Friday, July 22, 2005.Rose was a Brownie Leader and a volunteer at Arnot Ogden Medical Center with over 7000 hours of service. She also volunteered at the Voter Registration booth.Rose was an Assistant Personnel Manager at Iszard?s Dept. Store and was a wonderful fudge maker & enjoyed traveling with her family.In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Rose?s memory to Southern Tier Hospice & Palliative Care or the American Cancer Society.Those wishing may leave a ?Candle of Remembrance? for the family in Obituaries at www.olthof.com .