Rosella B. Kimes

Rosella B. Kimes, born on March 4, 1927, peacefully passed away at Homewood of Plum Creek in Hanover at the remarkable age of 97. She was the beloved and devoted wife of the late Robert T. Kimes, sharing 68 years of marriage until his passing in 2017.

Throughout her life, Rosella touched the hearts of all who knew her with her kindness, warmth, and unwavering love for her family and friends. Survived by numerous nieces, nephews, her extended family and close friends will deeply miss her gentle spirit and generous heart. Rosella is preceded in death by her husband; parents; and six siblings, Charles Lawson, Jr., June Zumbrum, Donald Lawson, Sr., Arley Lawson, Sr., Marjorie Lawson, and James Lawson.

Following cremation, a graveside memorial service will be held at Christ Lutheran Cemetery in Shrewsbury on Friday, July 12 at 10:00 am. Online condolences may be made at www.geiple.com.

Rosella loved animals, especially cats and kittens. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to the York County SPCA, 3159 N. Susquehanna Trail, York, PA 17406.