Rosemary Dominguez

Rosemary DominguezResident of San JoseRosemary Dominguez, 75, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2013 surrounded by her loving daughters. She was preceded in death by Simon, her husband of 40 years. Rosemary was born and raised in Aurora Illinois. She attended college at Sacramento State where she received her BA in Corrections Social Work. After college, she worked as a probation officer in Sacramento CA, where she and Simon met.She was an extraordinary cook and brought family and friends together with her legendary meals and desserts. Her no-nonsense attitude, wit and story-telling ability made for tremendously enjoyable gatherings and celebrations. She lived what she believed, and was always a fierce advocate for both family and community. She campaigned for many candidates and causes, going door to door collecting signatures, as well as hosting teas and political meetings. Her home was the precinct polling place for decades where she truly enjoyed reconnecting with neighbors and friends. She had a strong belief in public service and was a staunch supporter of our local public schools. She held leadership positions of all types from room mother to PTA President to school site council, as well as numerous district committees. She was elected to the San Jose Unified Board of Education and later served as both juror and foreman for Santa Clara County's Grand Jury. She is survived by her daughters Catherine Brown, RoseAnne (Jeanne) Dominguez, Maria (Jim) Powell and six grandchildren: Krista (RJ), Gregory, John, Sarah, Emily and Thomas.A memorial celebration will be held Saturday October 12, 2013 @ 11:00am at the Chapel of Flowers, 900 South 2nd St, San Jose CA. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her name to KQED Public Radio (San Francisco, CA).