Rose Bertola Funke

Rose Bertola Funke

Rose Funke Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 27, 2011.
Rose Bertola Funke of Lake Como died Saturday at home. She was the widow of Joseph William Funke, who died July 22.

Rose's quote was, "No longer exist except in the hearts and minds of those who loved and understood her."

As per her request, Rose's body was donated to Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, N.Y., for medical research. Arrangements by the Jones and Brennan Funeral Home, 430 Main St., Forest City. Online condolences may be sent at www.brennanfuneral homes.com.

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tony

October 2, 2011

Rose touched the lives of so many people all over this country, with her warm heart and her ability to make u feel welcome when around her. they say new york city is is filled with a million stories and only half true, but Rose had one up on new york, she also had a million stories and unlike new york, all were true. i will miss u forever. Tony

tony

October 2, 2011

Rose touched the hearts of may people all over this country. she once told me a story of when she was a teacher she went on vacation only to be called by the school principal to please cut your vacation short because her students would not pay attention to the substatute and please come back to your class. and because of her dedication she did just that. thats how much she was loved by many. i will miss u forever. tony.

Jenny Rajoppi

September 28, 2011

Rose was one of a kind! She will be greatly missed not only for her weekly column but also her ability to make others feel unique and special. I'll miss you, Rose

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