Rosemary Teresa Bridge/Blanchard, 75, of Cloquet, MN passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025 at 3:51pm at St. Luke's Hospital due to severe illness and heart complications. She was born on May 12, 1950 in International Falls, MN.

Rosemary was a true artist, an amazing singer, writer, performer, painter, & sculptor. She was excellent at beading, crocheting, needle point, and making beautiful collages. She retired from a lifelong career in optical as a lead Optician office manager on and off the Fond Du Lac Indian Reservation. Rosemary was passionate about her relationship with Jesus her Savior & Lord and loved sharing her faith with her family & community.

Rosemary is preceded in death by her parents Rosemary Lemieux/Blanchard & Jack Blanchard

She is survived by her children: Robin Daulton/Bridge & Ryan Bridge; Grandchildren: Dallas Laine, Hailey Bridge, Nakyle Misquadace, Victoria Abramowski Defoe, Neveah Bridge, Malachi Bridge, and Isabella Bridge; Great-grandchildren: Easton, Laine, Xavier, Misquadace, Xyla, Misquadace, Sage Bridge, and Estelle, Delapaz; Siblings: Dianne Kartiala, John Blanchard, and Ellen Bassett. 

A Celebration of Life Service will be Sunday, June 29, visitation from 3-4pm with a service at 4pm at Sawyer Chapel, 3247 Soukkala Dr. Sawyer, MN 55780, followed by a meal and fellowship.

Rosemary made a lasting impact and filled every room she entered with joy, laughter, and light! She will be sincerely and deeply missed by her family who loved her with their whole hearts.