Rose Ann Kobilsek, 92, of Mendota, IL passed away on the 9th of August, 2025 at Allure of Mendota.  Rose was born May 6, 1933 in Mendota, the daughter of Thomas and Suzanne (Hanley) Fitzgerald. Rose married Daniel F. Kobilsek June 27, 1959 in Dimmick, IL.

Rose dedicated her life to a rewarding career as a registered nurse. She first served as a nurse for Dr. Musick and Dr. Durham, and later provided compassionate care at Sunrise Nursing Home in Mendota. A devoted member of Holy Cross Catholic Church, she actively participated in the Altar and Rosary Society. Rosie had a warm and welcoming nature, opening her home to her children's friends and becoming a cherished presence in their lives. She is fondly remembered for her lively spirit, loving heart, kindness, and cooking that she shared with all who knew her.

She and her family appreciated the kindness and care that was provided to her by the staff at Allure Mendota.

She is preceded in death by her husband Daniel, her parents and one brother-in-law Jim Malay.

Rose is survived by five children: Frank (Anita) Kobilsek of Mendota, Tom Kobilsek of Troy Grove, Dan Kobilsek of Mendota, Bill Kobilsek of Mendota and Kathy (Randy) Fox of Mendota; one sister: Elaine Malay of Hudson IL;  eight grandchildren: Kourtney (Josh) Dempsey, Kassidy Kobilsek, Kaitlyn Kobilsek, Curt Fitzgerald, Brian (Brittany) Fox, Michael (Allison) Fox, Sean (Anne) Fox and Kate (Jacob Schuler) Fox; and 13 great grandchildren.

There will be a Rosary on Thursday, 14th of August, 2025, at 3:30PM, at Horner-Merritt Funeral Home & Cremation Service, located at 800 Monroe Street, Mendota. This will be followed by a public visitation at the same location at 4:00 - 6:30 PM. A Funeral Mass will be held in her honor on Friday, 15th of August, 2025, at 11:00AM, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, located at 1010 Jefferson Street, Mendota, with Father Greg Nelson.  Burial will follow at St. Vincent Cemetery in LaSalle, IL. Pallbearers will be: Frank, Tom, Dan and Bill Kobilsek, Curt Fitzgerald and Josh Dempsey. Memorials in her honor can be directed to Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mendota.  Visit www.horner-merritt.com for online guestbook.