Marcelle Rosenstiel, 94, of Pearl City IL  passed away on May 14, 2024.. Marcelle was born at home November 27, 1929 to Fred and Clara Burkhalter in Winslow, IL. She attended the one-room Sander's school and graduated from Winslow High School.  After graduation, she worked at Burgess Battery in Freeport. She married Raymond Rosenstiel November 11, 1951 at Pearl City United Methodist Church. She and Ray farmed alongside each other for 42 years. She was a dedicated wife and mother. Marcelle was an active member of Stephenson County Home Extension and United Methodist Women. Later in life Ray and Marcelle enjoyed golfing and time spent with friends at Lake Carroll.

She is survived by her brother, Burnette Burkhalter, 4 children Rhonda (Terry) Wybourn, Cheryl (Kim) Sheppard, Teri (Mark) Mitchell and Jon (Stephanie) Rosenstiel, 10 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, brother, Melvin Burkhalter and sister, Vivetta Stearns.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 19, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Pearl City United Methodist Church. Memorial service will be Monday, May 20 at 11:00 am, also at the Methodist Church. A memorial scholarship will be established with the Pearl City Education Association.

The family would like to thank the staff of Parkview Home for the excellent care provided to Marcelle.