Dansville – Rosemary "Rosie" Elizabeth Alexander age 98, passed away peacefully Sunday morning August 11, 2024, surrounded by her family in Dansville.

She was born in Dansville, on February 27, 1926, a daughter of the late Raymond and Elizabeth (Lang) Sahrle. She was also predeceased by her brother Richard (Gerda) Sahrle, a sister-in-law Patricia Sahrle, and brother's in-law, Charles Lomler, and Donald Witherell. On May 15, 1965, she was married to Frank W. Alexander who survives.

Alongside her husband Frank, she co-owned and operated Alexander's Tree Farm for 54 years. Rosie was a talented wreath maker, store manager, and ensured the farm's success. She held a master's degree in English literature from Hartwick College and taught High School English before a 36-year career at F.A. Owens Publishing, rising to editorial staff manager. Rosie loved reading, was a founding member of the Dansville Lioness Club, and a Who's Who of America inductee. She was actively involved in St. Paul's Lutheran Church as a Sunday school teacher and superintendent. Rosie cherished her daily 5 pm moments with Frank, sharing a Manhattan and discussing the day's events. Her legacy will be deeply missed.

Surviving in addition her loving husband of fifty-nine years Frank, their son, Frank (Jaimie Oliva) Alexander III, grandchildren, Cassie (Shaun) Gilbert, Noelle Alexander, a great-grandchild, Annabelle Gilbert, sisters, Carolyn Witherell, Doris Lomler, brother David Sahrle, and several nieces and nephews.

Per Rosie's wishes there will be no services. Arrangements made by the Hindle Funeral Home, Inc. 271 Main St. Dansville, NY 14437. Online memorials may be left at HindleFuneralHome.com

In lieu of flowers please make memorials to the St. Paul's Lutheran Church 21 Clara Barton St. Dansville, NY 14437, or the Dansville Library 200 Main St. Dansville, NY 14437.