Rosalie Antionette Adams

Rosalie Antionette (Bonfiglio) Adams, age 86, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Friday, August 14, 2026, at the Village Green Rehab and Healthcare.

She was born on January 4, 1940, in Lima, Ohio, to the late Paul and Erma (Caterina) Bonfiglio.

In addition to her parents, Rosie was preceded in death by her husband, Keith Adams, whom she married on May 30, 1960, and who passed away August 30, 2020; her siblings, Kate (Rich) Romaker, Frank (Alice) Bonfiglio, Richard “Bud” (Jeannine) Bonfiglio, and Ronald Bonfiglio; her sister-in-law, Audrey Bonfiglio.

Rosie is survived by her children, Mike Adams of Greenville, Lisa (Joshua) Theard-Miller of Fairfield, and Jenni (Benjamin) Schlater of Greenville; her grandchildren, Zachary Keith Theard of Miamisburg, Ohio, Alexandria Barbay Theard of Oxford, Ohio, Trevor Adam (Alexis) Brumbaugh of Englewood, Ohio, and Nicklaus David Brumbaugh of Greenville; one great grandchild on the way; her 5 step grandchildren; her sister-in-law, Mary Bonfiglio of Greenville; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Rosie was a 1958 graduate of Lima Central High School. She attended Bowling Green University for several years before marrying the love of her life, Keith.

For more than 30 years, Rosie dedicated her life to teaching preschool children. She began her teaching career at EUM Christian Preschool and later taught at St. Mary’s Catholic School, where she retired in 2018. Children were everything to Rosie. Whether they were her own grandchildren or the many children she taught throughout the years, she cared deeply for each and every one of them. Rosie cherished spending time with her family and especially enjoyed going on dates with her husband, Keith. She loved a good game of euchre and was a fantastic cook who took great joy in bringing family and friends together around the table.

Above all, Rosie will be remembered for the love, kindness, and care she gave so freely to the people around her. Her family, her students, and all who knew her were blessed by her generous heart and the joy she brought into their lives. 

A celebration of Rosie’s life will take place at 1:00 PM on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus with Deacon Thomas Graber officiating. 

Guests may visit with her family on Saturday from 11:00 AM until the time of service at 1:00 PM at the funeral home.

The family would like to express their deep appreciation to the staff of EverHeart Hospice and the Village Green for the care and compassion they showed to Rosie. 

Memorial contributions may be given to the Alzheimer's Association , Miami Valley Chapter, 31 W. Whipp Road, Dayton, Ohio 45459.

Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com.