Rosalind Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Rosalind "Ros" Brinkman (nee Foliano), 74, of Independence, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, June 2, 2022. She was born in Cleveland to the late James and Mary Foliano (nee Baraona) on July 4, 1947. Ros was a 1965 graduate of Independence High School and followed her father and brothers into the trucking industry. She spent much of her time working with her brother, Ignatious "Nate" Foliano, at the various businesses he owned and operated. Ros is survived by her children, Tom Brinkman, Anita Brinkman (Mary Lou Kiessling), Tony Brinkman (Shannon), and Tammy Sedlock (Dan) and always put them first. She was their protector, their hero, and their biggest champion. She was a devoted grandmother to Zach, Alex, Jacob, Danny, Julia, Chase, Blake, Rocco, Anthony, and Jenna Ros was predeceased by her brothers, John C. Foliano, Ignatious J. Foliano, and several other family members. Ros was extremely dedicated to her children and work; and loved ballroom dancing. She was the "neighborhood" Mom for all of her children and their friends. She would ensure that the house was stocked with food, especially salami and fresh Italian bread, so her children could entertain. She was an amazing aunt to many nieces and nephews who she babysat in their younger years. She touched many lives with her warm heart, open home, and genuine love for taking care of others. Ros has earned her time to rest. May her next adventure be her greatest! FRIENDS MAY CALL AT VODRAZKA FUNERAL HOME, 6505 BRECKSVILLE RD. INDEPENDENCE (1/2 mile south of Rockside) ON MONDAY, JUNE 6, 2022 FROM 4-8 PM. Mass of Christian Burial at St.Basil Catholic Church, Brecksville, on Tuesday, June 7, at 11:30 AM. Interment at All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lewy Body Dimentia Association at www.lbda.org.

Rosalind

July 4, 1947 - June 2, 2022