Rose McDONNELL Obituary
It is with a great deal of sadness that the family of Roseanne McDonnell announces her peaceful passing on January 6, 2014.
Rose was born on November 28, 1919 in Miltown, Co. Cavan, Ireland. One of 10 children she grew up on a small farm until the age of 14 when she went to work in Dublin, Ireland. At age 16 she travelled to England to find work. She met Martin McDonnell (her true soul mate for life) in Manchester, England and they married in 1940. After having 6 children they moved to Edmonton, Canada in 1957 to find new opportunities for their family. Rose made Edmonton her new home and was strongly committed to the health and welfare of her family, friends and community.
Rose instilled in her family her own values of hard work, generosity, integrity and a strong sense of family. She was always very close to her own family and went to Ireland as often as she could to visit and keep in touch. Mom was particularly happy in the company of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She took great delight when relatives from Ireland came to visit.
Rose was very active in the Irish community in Edmonton from the beginning of the Irish Sports and Social Society and many the times when there were new comers over for dinner that didn't know anyone, but were made welcome and helped settle in.
Rose is predeceased by her husband (Martin McDonnell) and two sons (Anthony and Michael). She is also predeceased by her parents (Patrick and Roseanne), her sisters Greta and Maureen and brothers Michael, James, and Patrick.
She is survived by her sons Patrick (Joan), Martin, daughter Bernadette (Leo) and son James and many grandchildren and great- grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Chris, and brothers Eamon and Tommy (presently living in Ireland).
There will be a Celebration of Life at St. John the Evangelist Church, 9830 – 148 Street, Edmonton, on Friday, January 10, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Paul Kavanagh officiating.
The family would also like to recognize the staff of Unit 2ab of the Grandview Extended Care hospital in Edmonton for their kindness, compassion, understanding and tolerance for all the patients under their care. Despite a heavy workload they always presented themselves with a high degree of professionalism and humanity for those in their charge.
Memorial donations in memory of Rose may be made to the charity of one's choice.
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Rod & Simonne Sewell
January 23, 2014
Greetings from Mesa, AZ. What a loss for your whole family! Deepest sympathies Leo & Bernadette, Danny (thanks for letting us know) & Una, Connor & Kia, Jennifer & Michael as well as Pat & Joan & Marty. May the entire McDonnell family find solace in the wonderful memories "Mrs. Mac" created with all of you. We will remember her as a friendly, kind & generous woman.
John Brady
January 21, 2014
What a great lady. So sorry and sad to hear of Aunt Rose's passing. Still have, and treasure, the beautiful cotton patchwork quilt she sent over to me years ago. Hope you are all doing okay. A tree has been planted in her memory in Ontario. Sincere condolences to Pat, Bernadette, Marty and James.
Denise Lequire
January 18, 2014
My sincere condolences to the McDonnell family. Rose always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. May she rest in peace
January 12, 2014
It is with deep sadness that I say goodbye to my dear sister.
Rose, your generosity, humour and courageous spirit will not be forgotten. You were very good to me and your help eased my path during difficult times. You will live on in our hearts. Rest in peace Rose. My sincere condolences to all your family and friends.
Christina Murphy and family.
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Mary Griffin
January 12, 2014
To all the McDonnell family - What a wonderful kind and strong Irish woman Rose was. I hope wonderful memories of times past will sustain you during this sad time. I was only talking to Chris last week about the wonderful time John and I had when we stayed with Rose many years ago.
Annie Leddy
January 10, 2014
RIP Aunt Rose. Thinking of all you guys in Canada so much this week. I'm delighted to have known her. A special lady
Merv and Patti Bell
January 10, 2014
We are sorry to hear of the passing of Rose. She was a first class lady who always had a smile. Enjoyed chatting with Rose on the occasions we would see her at the Irish club. Our sincere condolences to the McDonnell family
January 10, 2014
Our thoughts are with you all at this very sad time. From the Brady family in staghall Cavan in Ireland.
Eamon Brady
January 10, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to Roses family. She was a wonderful sister to me (Eamon) in my younger days and will be missed greatly. May you rest in peace Rose.
Eamon and family
Dave Giles
January 10, 2014
I have lost a good friend. We did not know each other for very long but Rose was a easy person to like and get to know. I loved her storeys and admired her very much.
Patricia Heeks
January 10, 2014
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Kevin and Doris Sherwin
January 9, 2014
Our most sincere sympathies to all of the McDonnell family. We know you will miss her. May the happy memories of your family get togethers and trips to Ireland over the years bring you comfort. She will be with all of you in your hearts.
Patricia (Carolan) Boustany
January 9, 2014
My sincere condolences to the Mcdonnell Family. Rose (our neighbour) was a wonderful, always cheerful, lovely lady. Haven't seen her in many years; she will be missed.
EDWARD O'DONNELL
January 9, 2014
Sorry to hear of the passing of Rose a very nice woman, it was a pleasure to know her, Our thoughts are with the family RIP..
Richard O'Connell
January 9, 2014
Deepest sympathy to Bernadette, Pat, Marty, James and the extended McDonnell family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Richard O'Connell and Family, Blanchardstown, Dublin
January 9, 2014
Please accept my sincere sympathy for the loss of a true lady. Everybody loved Rose and I thought the world of her. May God Bless all her family. Janet Wilde
Bill and Mary Morris
January 9, 2014
It was a joy to have known this remarkable Edmontonian. Ireland, Canada and Alberta have lost a true friend.
Ron & Patty James
January 9, 2014
Our sincere condolences to the entire McDonnell family. We have very fond memories of our conversations over the fence with our dear Mrs.Mac, she was a great neighbor over the years. The smile on Roses face in the picture is how we will always remember this lovely lady.
Gloria Heary
January 9, 2014
My sincere sympathy to Roses family both here and in Ireland, wonderful woman she will be dearly missed by all who knew her RIP Rose
January 9, 2014
My sincere sympathy to Roses family both here and in Ireland ,wonderful woman she will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Gloria Heary
Eilis Suchan
January 9, 2014
So sorry to hear this news! Rose was a legend and a wonderful lady! Always so nice and kind to me and always had time for a chat! I will never forget you rose !! My condolences to all of the family may this sweet little lady rip with all the other Angels up there now
Patricia Murray
January 9, 2014
Our most sincere sympathy to Rose's family. A very generous lady who was very kind to me and the boys when living in Edmonton.
Patricia, Aidan & Conor Murray
Rostrevor, Co. Down, Ireland
Seamus & Mary Donaghy
January 9, 2014
My sincere sympathy to the Mc Donnell family on the passing of Rose. fond memories of a wonderfull lady.
May she rest in peace.
Leddy/Farrell Family
January 9, 2014
God rest you Aunt Rose,many happy memories.
Leddy family Tullyanouge
Farrell family Killeshandra
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