Rose Marie Massella's Obituary
Rose Marie Massella, age 101 passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.
Rose was born in Yonkers, NY on May 27, 1923, daughter of the late Raffaele Pistone & Rosalina (Abate) Pistone. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Michael Matthew Massella, brothers Erasmus & Joseph Pistone, and one grandson Damien Massella.
Rose is survived by her 2 sons: Michael Massella, Jr, Ralph Massella, 2 daughters: Patricia Massella and Rosalind Aikens and husband Greg: 6 grandchildren Michael Ill, Meaghan, Katie, Tara, Andrea, and Bridgette: 8 great-grandchildren: Landon, Guy, Shelby, Samuel, Quinn, Audrianna, Aaliyah, Rosie.
Rose's greatest joy was helping others. At 87 years old she was awarded a pin by AO Fox nursing home in Oneonta, NY for volunteering 4000 hours of service.
Rose was independent, enjoyed cooking for her family, shopping, and walking around the neighborhood unassisted until breaking her hip 2 months ago in September.
A private memorial service with family will be held in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware at a later date.
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