Date of Death: November 10, 2026
Service Details
Her family will receive friends Saturday, November 14, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m. at Three Rivers Church of the Nazarene, 1221 Coon Hollow Rd., Three Rivers. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m., with Pastor Rich Saunders officiating. She will be laid to rest in Peek Cemetery.
Obituary Notice
Rosemary Marjorie Wagner, 93, of Three Rivers, peacefully passed away Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at Birch Meadows Senior Care.
Rosemary was born September 4, 1933, in Wasepi, Michigan, the daughter of John and Rosa (Barnes) Favorite. Her father’s work on the railroad meant the family moved several times during her childhood, and she attended several schools along the way, including South Haven and Colon. She later attended Three Rivers High School, graduating in 1952. Music was part of her school years, and she played flute in the band through middle and high school.
On August 14, 1955, Rosemary married Charles Wagner. Together they enjoyed camping, farming, participating with the St. Joe Valley Old Engine Association, and being involved with the sports and band boosters at White Pigeon Community Schools, where they spent many hours running bingo and concessions. Rosemary’s faith was an important and enduring part of her life. Over the years, she and Charles were members of First Assembly of God in Three Rivers, Corey Church of the Nazarene, and most recently Three Rivers Church of the Nazarene.
Rosemary enjoyed crochet, cross-stitch, jigsaw puzzles, Sudoku, and crossword puzzles, but nothing meant more to her than the people she loved. Her greatest pride and joy were her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. She had a way of making people feel like family and truly never knew a stranger. Over the years, many came to affectionately know Rosemary and Charles as “Mom and Dad Wags,” a name that reflected the special place they held in so many lives.
Rosemary leaves a large and loving family to cherish her memory, including her sons, Jeff (Pauletta) Wagner, Phil (Cheryl) Wagner, Steve (Doreen) Wagner, Bob (Pam) Wagner, Dave (Chris) Wagner, Rick Wagner, and Brad (Amy) Wagner; her daughters, Brenda (Frank) Eggleston and Linda (Ryan) Gravit; 21 grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren; godson, Ken Baumeister; and goddaughter, Ruth Rice.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Wagner; two daughters-in-law, Sandy Wagner and Gina Wagner; granddaughter, Hannah Eggleston; great-grandson, Scotty Gravit; great-granddaughter, Rosezayleiah Gravit; and sisters, Evelyn, Maxine, and Geraldine.
Additional Information
Donations in Rosemary’s memory may be directed to Birch Meadows or Three Rivers Church of the Nazarene. Envelopes will be available at the church and at Hohner Funeral Home.
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Jeff, Phil and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Rosemary was a very kind woman. She always greeted me with a smile. Blessings to you all as you travel this road.
Rosemary sat next to Mom for meals at Birch meadows we loved her! She was such a sweet lady and loved her family very much! She was a delight to my Mom and myself and always had a kind word! Hugs to her family! Rest in Peace my dear friend!
Linda and family, Your mom was such a genuinely kind and sweet soul. She always made me feel so welcome whenever we were together. Holding you and the whole family in my heart and prayers.