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Rosalie Delumpa Obituary


Rosalia V. Delumpa NORFOLK - Rosalia Vidal Delumpa, 81, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family Oct. 7, 2008. She was born in Santa Barbara, Pangasinan, Philippines, and was predeceased by her parents, Gaudencio and Olympia Vidal. Rosalia graduated from the National Teachers College in Manila and immigrated to the United States to join her husband, Fernando "Fred" a member of the United States Navy. Rosalie was a teacher in the school district of Santa Barbara and was recognized as one of the Top Demonstration Teachers in the district. Rosalia was a loving, kind mother and grandmother. Her gentle and motherly demeanor earned her the respect and admiration of those who have worked and associated with her in the church, the neighborhood and the Filipino community. Rosalia was a life member of the St. Pius X Catholic Church. She served the church religiously, in various ministries, as a lector, Eucharistic minister, member of the Women's Club, Catholic Daughters of America and American Red Cross. Rosalie was also a past president of the Fil-Am Society of St. Pius X and served them well for more than 10 years. Rosalia leaves to cherish her memory her beloved husband of 53 years, Fernando "Fred" and their four daughters: Leticia and her husband James Borden, their children, Joshua and Zachary; Liza and her husband Wilson Harkins and their daughter, Devon; Grace and her husband Alistair Jackson and their two children, Oliver and Sophia; Rose Delumpa and her two children, Natalie and Charlotte, and Rose's fiancé, Matthew Vroom and his son, Nathan Vroom. The family wishes to thank Sentara's Health Hospice Program especially Nichole Brooks and Tina Majette. Your care and compassion will never be forgotten by our family. The Delumpa family will receive friends today from 6 to 8 p.m. at Smith and Williams Funeral Home, 818 Norview Ave., Norfolk, VA 23509. The rosary will be read from 7 to 8 p.m. The service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Pius X Church, 7800 Halprin Drive Norfolk, VA 23518. Father Venancio Balarote will be the officiant at the service. The interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, 6329 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA 23502, following the service. Please share your love and condolences with the family at www.mem.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot from Oct. 9 to Oct. 10, 2008.

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Kathleen Taimi McCall

November 6, 2008

Liza, Will and Devon,
We are thinking of you and sending our prayers for your family during this sad time.

Kitty, Tad and Tommy McCall

Remy Lotuaco

October 28, 2008

Mr. Delumpa may God be with you on this time of sorrow for the lost of your beloved wife. May the memories of your days shared with her help you go on. I will always remember her as a woman who had shared her time as a good president and leader of FilAm parishiners of St. Pius X church.


Remy Lotuaco and family

Gary Layne

October 12, 2008

Mr. Delumpa and Family:

I remember many years ago meeting you and your wife through Grace and Rosalie. We played and played in the neighborhood, and I was always so impressed with your family. I am sorry for your loss, and I am sure she is very peaceful in her new life. God Bless each of you.

Brenda Reed-Olejasz

October 11, 2008

I'm so sad to discover that Rosalie has passed away. I have fond memories of Mrs. Delumpa & her family...that's where I learned to make lumpia and chicken adobo. My families thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Pedro Delumpa

October 10, 2008

Tay Nando and family
God bless you and your family. I'm your second cousin. Tay Nando and my Dad Alfredo Delumpa are cousin.

Lorie Humphreys

October 9, 2008

Auntie Rosalie was a sparkle of sunshine during every encounter we had with her. She will stay cherished in our hearts forever.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Love, Lorie, James, Justin Farre, and Leila Humphreys

Bette Jo Brock (Shook)

October 9, 2008

Mr Delumpa and Girls,
I share in your sorrow of losing your wife, mother and grandmother. Mrs Delumpa was a beautiful person and I remember her from the time I was 16 years old. Always remember we are neighbors and willing to help in any way. I keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You All!

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