Below is the obituary for Jeanne who died on September 11th. Another of our girls who had a large number of friends at KHS and was still in touch with many of them through Facebook, as evidenced by the postings I saw and the emails I received. It is wonderful to know how many of our classmates are still in touch with one another after all these years, sharing so much about not only our memories, but our lives as they are playing out now. Thanks to modern communications we never even suspected we would have as we aged back in 1974 when we began planning our 10 year reunion! Lots of memories!
Rosalind "Jeanne" (DeBolt) North May 16, 1947 — September 11, 2025
Rosalind “Jeanne” (DeBolt) North, age 78, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2025. She was born May 16, 1947, in St. Louis, MO, to Rosalind Winifred (Bond) DeBolt and Joseph Francis DeBolt. She was preceded in death by her husband Sidney Paul North, on October 19, 2012, and by her parents.
Jeanne is survived by her children, Christine (Charles) Gran and Erik North, and her beloved grandchildren, Samantha Gran and Jason Gran. She also leaves behind a close circle of extended family and friends who will miss her greatly.
Jeanne met Sid at the University of Missouri in Columbia and they married on September 9, 1966. They spent time living in Arizona and Southern California before returning to Missouri to be close to family. They were married for 46 years.
Though Jeanne’s college journey was interrupted by the birth of her first child, Christine, she returned to education later in life. At the age of 56, she graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Social Psychology from Park University in Parkville, Missouri.
With a heart full of compassion and a deep desire to help others, Rosalind dedicated much of her life to serving her community. Her passion for making a difference led her to pursue a career as a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP), where she worked with individuals with developmental disabilities.
Jeanne was a lifelong member of the Presbyterian Church, and her faith was the cornerstone of her life. She was always actively involved in her church communities, whether working with children, participating in a worship team, organizing community meals or serving as an Elder and Deacon. Her unwavering faith guided her through every aspect of her life and shaped her dedication to giving back.
Jeanne was a woman of many creative talents, always busy and full of energy. She was happiest when she had a project to work on—whether it was sewing dresses for her granddaughter, making Halloween costumes for her grandchildren, or crafting something special for those she loved. Jeanne opened Rose’s Potpourri, a business where she shared her skills by teaching ceramic painting, porcelain doll making, lace draping, and toll painting. Her creativity also extended to interior decorating, where she had a natural flair for transforming spaces into warm, inviting places. Jeanne loved giving thoughtful, handmade gifts, sharing her love of creativity and craftsmanship with everyone around her.
Jeanne had a lifelong passion for the St. Louis Cardinals and was an avid fan of baseball. She also had a deep love for reading, particularly the works of Stephen King. In the kitchen, she was known for her delicious meals, always prepared with care and love for her family and friends.
Jeanne’s legacy will be remembered for her boundless generosity, her creativity, her unwavering faith, and her profound love for her family. She had a heart for service, and her actions spoke volumes about the depth of her compassion and commitment to making the world a better place.
A celebration of life service will be held to honor Jeanne’s memory on September 27 at 11 am. Lunch will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Special Olympics. The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude for the outpouring of love and support during this time. Jeanne’s kindness, wisdom, and loving presence will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
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