Rosemary T. Yetter

Rosemary T. Yetter, 91, of Johnston, IA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 17, 2024. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, August 23, 2024 at St. Mary of Nazareth Church in Des Moines, IA. A visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m., on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory in Urbandale, IA. Interment will be held at Glendale Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Holy Trinity Catholic Church.

Born on May 2, 1933, in Des Moines, IA, Rosemary was the fourth daughter and the sixth child of Walter and Lucille (Miller) Roberts. Tragically, her mother passed away when Rosemary was just 10 years old, leading to her and some of her siblings being placed at the St. Anthony Orphanage in Sioux City, IA.

In January 1950, Rosemary met the love of her life, Charles D. Yetter, at Midtown. They were married on November 4, 1950, and together they were blessed with four children. Their deep bond and shared faith were nurtured at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Beaverdale, IA, a place that held a special place in Rosemary’s heart.

In 1968, Rosemary and Chuck embarked on a new adventure, purchasing their first thoroughbred horse and establishing themselves in the thoroughbred horse business. Rosemary’s dedication was evident not only in her career with Iowa Realty, where she worked for 15 years, but also in managing five different motels and spending countless hours on the farm.

Rosemary was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Her passion for family, her tireless work ethic, and her devotion to her farm and horses defined her life. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Rosemary is survived by her children, Jane (Roger) Hargens of Johnston, Patrick Yetter of Altoona, IA, Benjamin (Tammy) Yetter of Ankeny, IA, Six grandchildren; Carey (Curt) Verschuure, Amanda Hargens, MacKailey (Ben) Johnson, Madison (Drake) Allen,  Adeline Hargens, Nori Rose Hargens, two great grandchildren; Lincoln and Penelope Allen,one brother, Dan Roberts, two sisters; Joan Roberts, Michael Roberts-Wagner, many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Chuck, parents, one son, Charlie Mike, two grandsons; Ryan and Jeremy.