Rose-Marie (Weibel) Merz, formerly of Santa Barbara, passed away peacefully on Dec. 16, 2025, in South Bend, Indiana.

Born March 10, 1938 in New York City, Rose-Marie lived a life defined by love of family, deep friendships, and service to others.

Rose-Marie was the daughter of the late Franz and Marie-Rose Weibel, and sister to Marguerite Walker, as well as the late Barbara Dixon and Robert Weibel.

After earning a degree in education, Rose-Marie began her career as a sixth-grade teacher before later finding success as a Realtor, where her warmth and genuine care for people shone through.

She was a devoted mother to Katie (Barry) Cybulski, Jamie, Michael and Kim (Bill) Bogold; cherished grandmother to Caitlyn, Brittany, Brianna, Maddy, Jacob, Tyler, Gracie, Chloe and Logan; and loving great-grandmother to Ander, Levi and Denver.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband James “Jim.”

Rose-Marie was known for her kindness, adventurous spirit, and the joy she found in creating meaningful moments with those she loved.

Rose-Marie’s warmth, generosity, and vibrant spirit will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew her.

A celebration of life visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7 at Palmer Funeral Home – River Park Chapel, 2528 Mishawaka Ave., South Bend, Indiana. Private burial will take place in Cape Cod, Massachusetts.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Rose-Marie’s honor may be given to the American Heart Association, 7612 W. County Line Road, Grovertown, Indiana, 46531.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.