Rose Marie Thomas

died on Wednesday, January 16th 2013 at her home in Poulsbo, Washington of natural causes, surrounded by family and friends. Rose was born on March 17, 1932 in Louisville, Kentucky to Margaret Ann Hummel and Norbert Daniel Hummel.Rose attended Loretto High School and Ursuline College in Louisville graduating with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English in 1954. She also received a Masters of Arts Degree in Religious Education from Seattle University.Rose was married to Rudolph Delphin Thomas for 55 years. They had eight children. Rose found time to volunteer in school, community, and church activities. Rose worked as Director of Religious Education for St. Olaf's Parish in Poulsbo for many years.Rose was a member of the League of Women Voters and the American Association of University Women.Rose was an avid reader, who loved to travel. She loved to tell stories about faith. Her home was always open to friends and visitors. She enjoyed lively discussions.Rose is survived by her children: Rudolph Delphin Thomas Jr. (Catriona) of Charlottesville, VA, Joseph Hayden Thomas (Shannon) of Portland, OR, John Quincy Thomas (Paula) of San Diego, CA, Matthew Hummel Thomas (Cristina) of Tacoma, WA, Bridget Mary Brewer (Kevin) of Lynnwood, WA, Marie Julia Thomas of Martigues, France. Rose is also survived by her siblings Norbert Hummel Jr. (Jane), Sr. Patricia Hummel, and Sr. Margaret Hummel of Louisville, KY, and Sr. Ellen Hummel of Philadelphia, PA. Rose had 16 grandchildren.Rose was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Rudy, and her daughters, Mary Pat and Margaret Ann, as well as her sister Mary Jane Hummel.Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visitation on Sunday, January 20, 2013 from 6 - 7 PM at St. Olaf Catholic Church, 18943 Caldart Avenue, Poulsbo WA 98370. The Rosary will follow at 7 PM. The Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday, January 21 at 11:00 AM at St. Olaf's, followed by a reception in the church hall. The burial will held at Mountainview Cemetery on Mountainview Road in Poulsbo immediately after the reception.Memorial contributions may be made to St. Olaf Catholic Church or a charity of preference. The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks and appreciation to friends and caregivers whose loving presence brought great joy and comfort to Rose during her final years of life. Please sign the online Guest Book for the family.