Roseann Fortino Obituary
Roseann was born in Orange, New Jersey on August 27, 1942 to Marie and Matteo Finelli. Roseann, a true example of resilience, beauty and grace is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Ralph Fortino; her children, the late Louis Marano, Lisa Miele, Matthew Marano, and Denise Fortino; her sisters Concetta Masini, Joann Kuglin, and predeceased by brother Donald Finelli. She was also an amazing Nana to 13 grandchildren (Ralph, (Sonia), Christopher, Jenifer, Angela, Nicole, Matthew, (Ariana), Jeffrey, Daniela, Joey, Dominick and Anthony), and a Great Grandma to three (Gianna Rose, Lilyanna and Jovani). Roseann will be truly missed by her family and friends, all of whom she cherished. Family was everything to her.
Roseann was a successful realtor for many years, both in New York and Florida. Her love for music, dancing, travel, playing cards and most of all, the game Scrabble, brought her tremendous joy. Anyone who had the privilege of knowing her was in awe of her wisdom and strength. Her faith in Jesus was what brought her peace every day as we know she is smiling and watching over us all.
A Memorial Service will be held for all who loved Roseann on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 11:00 am at Christ Covenant Church located at 4700 SW 188th Avenue, Southwest Ranches, Florida 33332. Roseann will be laid to rest by her family at The Gardens of Boca Raton on Sunday, May 7, 2023.
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Madeleine Cruz
April 29, 2023
May Mrs. Roseann Fortino Rest In Peace and all Angels are following her in a beautiful journey in name of God.
Lia
April 28, 2023
I´m so thankful that we were able to spend a bit of time together at Matt´s home. It was a pleasure to share time with such a kind and positive person. May you rest in eternal peace.Lia DeBellis- Kuglin
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Marie Minniti
April 27, 2023
Rest in Pease my dear friend. We were more than friends, she was one of my best friends. I and the rest of her family and friends will always miss her. The world was a better place because she was in it. My love to all of her family.
Diane & George Wagner
April 27, 2023
Rose, you were a dear friend. We will always remember the wonderful times we had together and how loving you were to your family & friends. You will surely be missed but we know you are in a peaceful, better place & we hope to see you again one day in Heaven. We pray that your family will get through this difficult time. Our prayers & thoughts, Diane & George
Denise
April 26, 2023
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April 26, 2023
Denise
April 26, 2023
You would of been so happy and proud mom. Had to show you
Denise
April 26, 2023
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Kathy Finelli
April 26, 2023
Roseanne, I cherished the time we recently shared together. I have so many great memories including Scrabble :) you are now with your savior and all your loved ones who have passed before you! I can just see you smiling and saying something like.. This is everything I thought it would be and more. I love you! Till we meet again!
Denise Denise fortino
April 26, 2023
I love you so much mom, I hope you are with Louie, Ritchie, Uncle Don, and your Mom & DadThank you for being the best mother possible and for all ur unconditional love I miss you so much
Karen Finelli
April 26, 2023
You are and were deeply loved Roseann and a treasure to all who had the honor to know you. Bask in the glory of our Savior now and enjoy the joys of a life well lived. Give my husband, your brother, a big hug for me. Until we meet again soon
Mary Ann Perkins
April 26, 2023
Such very sad news. My sympathy to her loving children and Ralph. May She rest in Peace.
lynne pozzuto
April 26, 2023
Rossie, Fly high with the angels my friend. Rest in peace until we meet again. I love you. xoxo
lisa defazio
April 26, 2023
May you rest in the lords arms
Lisa defazio
April 26, 2023
I am so sorry to hear that you are no longer with us. You were a wonderful person may the lord enter you into his kingdom as you are now at peace
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