Roseann (Vernon) Brill

Roseann (Vernon) Brill, daughter of the late Percy Eugene Vernon and Annie Viola (Perrault) Vernon, was born February 8, 1941, in Washington, D.C. As a young girl, Roseann grew up in Washington, D.C. and attended high school at Suitland High School in Suitland, Maryland. During the 4th grade, Roseann attended school with a young man, who introduced her to his cousin, James Runkle Brill. They soon became friends and after he entered the United States Army, Roseann and James married on Valentines Day, February 14, 1959, in Washington, D.C. They shared over 47 years of marriage together and were blessed with four children: Tom, Ruben, Cathleen, and Tim. In 1965, the family was transferred to the Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri area and Roseann began working on the military installation. She served in housekeeping at General Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital and cleaned government quarters for 15 years, before she began working for the Waynesville-RVI School District as a bus driver. She served in that capacity for 13 years before she retired. After retiring, Roseann was able to devote more time to different organizations where she volunteered. She served with the Laquey VFW #3168 Ladies Auxiliary, Harry L. Herron DAV Chapter 49 Auxiliary, USO, and volunteered at the Pulaski County Court House Museum. In her spare time, Roseann enjoyed crocheting and knitting different items for her family and friends. Her family meant the world to her, and she enjoyed spending time with them whenever she could, especially with the grandchildren. She was a member of the St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church. She loved her church family and was always willing to help wherever she was needed. Roseann went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, in the Mercy Hospital of Springfield, Missouri having attained the age of 83 years. She will be sadly missed, but fondly remembered by all those that knew and loved her. She leaves to cherish her memory, her three children: Tom Brill (Phoebe) of Waynesville, MO, Ruben Brill (Melinda) of Ballwin, MO, and Tim Brill (Anita) of Ozark, MO; son-in-law: Jay Willmeno of Jefferson City, MO; eight grandchildren: Anthony Brill, Eric Hargis, Tiffany Hargis, James G. Brill, Michael Brill, Hank Brill, Matthew Brill and Sarah Brill; thirteen great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; brother: Thomas Vernon (Lisa) of Huntsville, AL; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, Roseann was preceded in death by her husband: James; daughter: Cathleen Willmeno; and sister: Wilma “Patsy” Thompson. Services were held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 17, 2024 in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert with Father Michael Murphy officiating. Pastor Willie "Shockie" Thornton recalled his wonderful memories of Roseann. Serving as escorts were Anthony Brill, Eric Hargis, Eric Hargis, Jr., Jay Willmeno, Skyler Hargis, and Michael Brill. Serving as honorary escorts were Matthew Brill and James G. Brill. Burial followed in the Sunset Memorial Estates Cemetery of Waynesville, Missouri. Services were under the care and direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Roseann Brill to the Harry L. Herron DAV Chapter #49 and may be left at Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert.

Roseann (Vernon) Brill

February 8, 1941 - August 13, 2024