` ` She was one of the greatest singers of our time , '' says the founder of Radio Disney . `` I am horrified by the sudden death of my darling Teena Marie , '' Motown founder Berry Gordy said in a statement sent by his publicist . Rose Marie , born Mary Brockert , was found dead Sunday in her home . She had a three - decade career in music , and was nominated three times for a Grammy . She had worked with late funk legend Rick James , Porter Robinson and others .
` ` She was one of the greatest singers of our time , '' says the founder of Radio Disney . Rose Marie , born Mary Brockert , was found dead Sunday in her home . She had a three - decade career in music , and was nominated three times for a Grammy . She had worked with late funk legend Rick James , Porter Robinson and others .