Rose Raquel Francis
October 17, 1998 - August 03, 2025
Obituary
SUN PRAIRIE - Rose Raquel Francis, 26, passed away suddenly from a medical emergency on Sunday, August 3, 2025. Rosie is survived by her parents, Mark and Beckie; her brother, Marcus; her paternal grandfather, Philip; her husband, Patrick; and her children, Joseph and Andrew. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Joseph and Raquel; and her paternal grandmother, Therese.
Rosie was born on October 17, 1998, in Hickory, N.C., to Mark and Rebecca (Knors) Hess. She graduated from Deforest Area High School in 2016. She met her husband, Patrick, in her first year at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where they both were studying music education. They were married on the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, January 1, 2021, at St. Paul’s Catholic Student Center in Madison.
Rosie was a model of Christian living and a gift to her family and friends. Her joy and spunky attitude overflowed into the hearts of everyone she touched. At St. Paul’s, Rosie was a warm and welcoming presence, leading choirs, Bible studies, and the Birge House Catholic women’s community with wisdom, humor, and a contagious faith. Her love for Patrick as both husband and dearest friend made a shining example of sacramental marriage. As a young mother, Rosie excelled in hospitality, especially during kids’ birthday parties and the book club she ran for fellow mothers in the area. She devoted herself to her children, frequently inventing crafts to bring their imaginations to life, and joyfully reflected on the simplicity and beauty of her vocation. Rosie’s rich prayer life, devotion to the Eucharist, and dedication to the Saints are reflected in her children’s love of Jesus, Our Lady, and the Mass.
Rosie’s confidence in God shone in her final year of life. While her husband, Patrick, struggled with complete kidney failure, Rosie managed her family’s needs with unwavering dedication while keeping her graciousness and wit. Her friends and family will miss her bold personality, dry humor, fiercely protective spirit, and tender heart.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. MAXIMILIAN KOLBE PASTORATE AT ST. MICHAEL CHURCH DANE, 109 S. Military Road, Dane, at 11 a.m. on Monday, August 11, 2025. Burial and luncheon will follow. A public visitation will be held at GUNDERSON LODI FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 157 S. Main St., Lodi from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Sunday, August 10, 2025, and also at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of the Mass on Monday.
In lieu of flowers and to support Rosie’s family, visit givesendgo.com/patrickfrancisandfamily.
Online condolences may also be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Lodi
Funeral & Cremation Care
157 S. Main St.
(608) 592-3201