Maryann Buschmeier

Maryann (Rosati) Buschmeier, 67, a longtime resident of the Northern Hotel in Fort Collins, passed away peacefully on July 24th at a local hospice-care facility. A memorial gathering in celebration of her life will be held in the common area on the 2nd floor of the Northern Hotel (172 North College Ave., Ft. Collins) on Thursday, July 29th at 7:30 pm. Maryann was born April 6, 1943 in Philadelphia, PA to Anthony and Edith Rosati. She grew up in Philadelphia and lived in South Jersey prior to moving to Ft. Collins to be closer to her daughter. Maryann lived in the Northern for the past 10 years and enjoyed decorating her floor for the holidays, to help make it feel homier for the other residents. Her interests included crafting, interior design, and sharing her tremendously generous heart by giving gifts to her loved ones and friends. She also made regular donations to many charities. Maryann is survived by her daughter Donna Newman, son-in-law John, and granddaughter Jessie (and family) of Ft. Collins; sister Antoinette Armstrong of Philadelphia; ex-husband Len of Florida; and her beloved cat Waffle. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pathways Hospice of Northern Colorado, 305 Carpenter Road, Fort Collins, CO 80525.