Rosemarie Johnson

Rosemarie Johnson, loving wife, devoted mother, and doting grandmother, was born December 30, 1948, and passed away peacefully on May 11, 2026, in Baltimore, Maryland. She was a cherished member of her family and community, whose presence touched the lives of many.

Rosemarie is survived by her devoted husband of 51 years, Joseph E. Johnson. Together, they shared a life filled with love and companionship. She was a proud mother to her son, Paul J. Airey, (Tammy), and grandmother to her granddaughter, Katelyn Michele Airey. Additionally, her warmth extended beyond immediate family to include her niece, Maggie Ivusich (Wayne) and many cousins.

Rosemarie was the beloved daughter of the late Melvin and Gertrude McDowell, whose memories she carried close throughout her life.

Rosemarie loved the simple pleasures in life, like her companionship with her cat Brownie, taking long, scenic car rides with her husband Joe, and a good ol' fashioned karaoke night at the local VFW.

The community will have an opportunity to pay their respects at the Kaczorowski Funeral Home, P.A., located at 1201 Dundalk Ave, Baltimore, MD 21222. Visitation will take place on May 14, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM and again from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The funeral service will be held the following day, May 15, starting at 12:00 PM, concluding at 12:45 PM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be directed to the Johns Hopkins Neurosciences Critical Care Unit Fund IHO Bayview team. Here is the online giving link: https://secure.jhu.edu/form/neuro

To make a gift via check:

Please make the check payable to Johns Hopkins University and mail to:

Fund for Johns Hopkins Medicine

Department of Neurology

550 N. Broadway, Suite 731

Baltimore, Maryland 21205

Reference/memo line: NCCU at Bayview

Rosemarie Johnson's legacy of love, dedication, and kindness will continue to inspire all who knew her. Her family welcomes friends and community members to join them in honoring her memory and celebrating a life well lived.

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