When you leave town for 8 days, it's tough to keep up on the local news. On January 8, Rosemary Kennedy, eldest sister of John, Robert, and Teddy, passed away at a Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin hospital.
The story of Rosemary Kennedy is a rather sad one. It can be tempting to serve the story up as a condemnation of the Kennedys, but it is really a story of how the mentally disabled were treated poorly and hidden from society right up to the 1980's. Read the link above to learn a little bit about Rosemary Kennedy's life.
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rosie was a spunky lady who, despite her cognitive limitations, held herself with dignity and grace. she had a great sense of humor and shared that with everyone. the people who took care of her helped her live her years with a high quality of life. rosie touched the lives of many people and will be greatly missed.
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