Rosemary Bonanno

Rosemary Ann Bonanno, 60, of West Des Moines, passed away Sunday, June 14, 2026, at Harmony West Des Moines. She was born June 13, 1966 in Des Moines, Iowa, to Rose (Rivera) and James Bonanno.

Rosemary attended St Anthony Elementary School and graduated from Dowling High School in 1984. Rosemary was an administrative assistant for the Iowa Board of Cosmetology.

Rosemary loved her family deeply, especially her son Joey. She delighted in spoiling her niece and nephews whenever she could. She enjoyed gardening, soaking up the sun, cheering on Iowa State Football, and watching Brock Purdy play on Sundays in the NFL. She loved family birthdays and all holidays, especially Christmas. No Christmas was complete without Rosemary’s famous Italian cookies.

Rosemary was an avid Hallmark Channel fan and could always be counted on to know exactly how the movie would end… and still enjoy every minute of it.

Despite the challenges of living with multiple sclerosis, Rosemary’s love for her family, her sense of humor, and her appreciation for life’s simple joys never wavered. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Rosemary was preceded in death by her father, James Bonanno.

She is survived by her mother, Rose Bonanno; son, Joseph Baldwin; siblings, Anthony (Susan) Bonanno, Charles (Wil Mcerlean) Bonanno, and Alisa Bonanno; and a host of extended family members and friends.

The family will greet friends from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Monday, June 22, 2026, at St. Anthony Catholic Church; 15 Indianola Road, Des Moines. A funeral service will follow at 12:30 p.m. at the church.

Those wishing to honor Rosemary’s memory may make a memorial contribution to the family.

The family extends its heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Harmony West Des Moines and Suncrest Hospice for the compassionate care they provided to Rosemary.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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