Rosemary Acosta Palafox, 65, of Douglas, passed away on Februry 20, 2026 surrounded by her loved ones.  Rosemary was preceded in death by her parents Jesus and Concepcion Acosta, her daughter Ruby Palafox, her brothers Jesus 'Tito' Acosta, Joe Luis 'Baby' Acosta and her son in law Joe Moreno Jr.

She is survived by brother and sisters Angel (Ofelia)Acosta, Derilyn (+Baby) Acosta, Sandra (Sergio) Solis, DeeDee (+Hank) Vaupel, Ana (Ramiro), Flora (Jose Francisco), Cyndi (Eddie) Castillo and her children Alma Moreno, Bridget Payan, Jesus (Adilene) Acosta, Mark Payan Jr., Paco (Sasha) Acosta, Usvaldo Acosta, Bryan Vasquez, Ramon Palafox, Nohemi Palafox, Monica Martinez, and Yesenia Encinas.

Rosemary leaves behind 31 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, and many, many other relatives.

Rosemary was well known for her heart of gold, her love for her music and playing sports, and her courage to laugh loudly and enjoy it without asking permission.  She was a strong woman, one who doesn't bend in the face of the storm.  Rosemary was fun and filled any space to make everything weigh less.  She was a woman who loved and knew how to live without fear, with passion, and with character.  She taught us all that Joy is a choice and that life, even when it hurts, is always worth celebrating.  Rosemary's story will not end here, it will continue with us forever. La Payana will B.P.W.H.P.  & don't forget her 20 Bucks. Rosemary will be greatly missed.

A Visitation for Rosemary will be held Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm, followed by a Rosary at 6:30 pm at Funeraria Campos de Luz Calle 2 Avenida 4, Agua Prieta, Sonora.

Another Visitation for Rosemary will be held Friday, February 27, 2026, from 8:00 am to 10:00 am at Brown Page Mortuary 910 F Ave, Douglas, Arizona.  A Rosary will be held at 10:30 am to 11:00 am at St. Luke's Church 1211 E 15th Street, Douglas, Arizona.  A Mass will be at 11:00 am.

A Celebration of life to be announce at a later date.

Pallbearers                                                   Honorary Pallbearers

Angel Acosta                                                  Alma Moreno

Jesus 'Gordo' Acosta                                      Bridget Payan

Mark 'Toro' Payan

Paco Acosta

Usvaldo 'Waldo' Acosta

Bryan Vasquez

Ramon Palafox