Rosella Ann Somlitz

Rosella Ann Somlitz, of Brookfield, Ohio, entered eternal rest Monday afternoon, November 2, 2026, while at home and under hospice care following a period of declining health. She was 90.

Rosella was born May 8, 1936, at home in Brookfield, a daughter to Arthur and Evelyn (Barner) King.

She was a 1954 graduate of Brookfield High School and had furthered her education at Youngstown College studying business.

Rosella was the owner & operator of R & S Janitorial Services and Mr. Tuxedo, Youngstown, Ohio.

She was a former member of the Coitsville Presbyterian Church, where she was a former Treasurer and Secretary. Additionally, she was a current member of the Brookfield United Methodist Church. Furthermore, she was a past-president of Sharon Lioness and a 10-year leader at the Alzheimer's Group based out of the Sharon Regional Hospital.

In her spare time, she enjoyed crocheting, cooking & baking, word find puzzles, and coloring for seniors.

Her survivors include her children, Kevin A. Somlitz (Michele), of Masury, Michelle L. Somlitz (Wendy), of Bowie, Maryland, and Eric P. Somlitz (Christina), of Brookfield; grandchildren, Shane & Lance Fulton, Kayden Somlitz, Nina & Madison Somlitz, James Kovach (Monica), and David Kovach (Marissa); great-grandchildren, Nicholas, Madison, Isabella, Grayson, and Hudson; as well as her fur-grandkids, Charlie Jo and Luna Rose.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur A. Somlitz; daughter, Susan E. Wright-Fulton; and brother, Dennis King.

A time of gathering to honor Rosella’s life will be held on Sunday, November 8, 2026, from 1-3 PM, in the home of Briceland Funeral Service, located at 379 State Route 7, SE, Brookfield, Ohio 44403. Her celebration continues with a funeral service at 3:00 PM, also in the funeral home.

Expressions of sympathy may be left for her family at www.bricelandfuneralservice.com

Memorial contributions can be made to the Blind Association (or) Ohio Valley Hospice, both c/o the funeral home.

Coordination of this tribute for Mrs. Somlitz was presented by Daniel Briceland, Owner & Director. (330-509-3135)