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Rosalie Bambacigno Obituary
December 5, 1928 - September 29, 2022
Oakdale, California - Rose passed away peacefully in the comfort of her care home, Graceful Living at Oakdale, with her daughter, Linda, by her side.
She is survived by her children, Linda Bernardi of Oakdale, CA, Debbie Farinha (Steve) of Modesto, CA, Mike Bambacigno (Carol) of Modesto, CA, grandchildren Greg Bernardi (Cathy) of Riverbank, CA, Chris Bernardi (Janet) of Oakdale, CA, Kellie Burgos (Alex) of Ripon, CA, Kim Barbaste (Richie) of Patterson, CA, Nichole Bednar (Kevin) of Mullica Hills, NJ, and Michelle Stewart of Modesto, CA, seven great-grandchildren, and siblings Mary Bambacigno of Modesto, CA and Joe Dugo of Turlock, CA.
Rose was preceded in death by her lifetime love, her husband, James (Jim) Bambacigno, her parents Biaggio Charles Dugo and Rosalia Maria Dugo, son-in-law, Robert Bernardi, and 9 siblings
Rose spent her youth living in Escalon, California and attended elementary and high school there She married her love, Jim, in 1950 and moved to rural Modesto where they lived and raised their family. Rose was known throughout Stanislaus County and beyond as an amazing cake baker and decorator. She spent over 45 years running her cake business from her home kitchen and made more wedding cakes and celebration cakes over the years than you can imagine. She was a loving wife and mother who found joy in filling her home with love, family, and lots of good food. One of her greatest pleasures was cooking and feeding her family and friends. If you were a guest in her home it was guaranteed she was going to try to feed you, even if you were not hungry. She also had a special place in her heart for her backyard hummingbirds. She had several feeders and quite a large flock that frequented them. She kept those birds well fed with her homemade hummingbird syrup and loved watching them from her kitchen window.
Services will be held Tuesday October 11, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Salas Brothers Funeral Chapel, 419 Scenic Dr., Modesto, California 95350. All family and friends are welcome to attend.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Community Hospice Foundation, 4368 Spyres Way, Modesto, CA, 95356
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Memories and Condolences
for Rosalie Bambacigno
Loretta Fager
October 1, 2025
Hi Rose. Miss you everyday. Your calls, our visits. Hope you & Duane are visiting. I´ll see you again one day. Love You!
Loretta Fager
October 1, 2024
The sweetest friend ever.
Maria Baker
October 1, 2023
We usually saw each other haircut mornings. Rose always had her nails beautifully done (that she did herself). She was one of the best cookie bakers I knew and loved to share her recipes and knowledge. Miss seeing you at Debbie´s counter may Gods angels always shepherd you. The Bakers
Robert Worley
February 22, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of my aunt Rosie's passing. I know she is now in paradise with her loving husband Jim.
Loretta Fager
October 17, 2022
Loved seeing all the lovely pictures. Brought back many memories over the years. Will surely miss her and our long chats.
Marc and Kathryn Söderström
October 13, 2022
As a young bride to be, I was clueless as to ordering and obtaining a wedding cake. I don't remember who referred me, but once I met Mrs Bambacigno, I knew I was in good hands ! Our cake was beautiful and delicious ! I consider it to be our my good luck charm, approaching 50 years of marriage. Sincere condolences.
Loretta Fager
October 11, 2022
Linda I have a message for you from Kathy Dubacher. She was so sad to learn about Rose´s passing. She wanted me to pass on condolences to you and the family. We shared that you took accordion lessons from Kathy. I stay in touch through FB. Loretta
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