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Irene Rouse Obituary
Albion: Irene M. Rouse, age 104, passed away December 21, 2023 at the Martin Linsin Hospice Residence. Irene was born in the Town of Shelby December 26, 1918, a daughter of the late Grover and Minnie (Schultz) Bailey. Irene had lived most of her life at Oak Orchard on the Ridge. She was married to Edward Rouse May 14, 1938 and had worked many years at Loblaws Grocery. Irene was a member of the Medina and Albion Senior Citizens. She enjoyed sewing and working in her flower garden.
Irene was predeceased by her husband Edward on December 8, 1990, grandson Brian Shawver July 7, 2002, brothers Wilson Bailey, Kenneth Prest, sisters Violet Parsels, Elva Parker, Betty Valentine, Dorothy Joy.
Irene is survived by her daughter Judy (Richard) Cox, son Jerry (Barbara) Rouse; grandchildren Steve Shawver and Heather (Steve) Marciszewski and several nieces and nephews
Irene’s family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home 21 W. Avenue, Albion on Thursday December 28, from 10:00-12:00, followed by her funeral service at the funeral home at 12:00pm. Interment will be in Bates Road Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Orleans 14080 Route 31, Albion, NY 14411.
To share a special memory of Irene, please visit: mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com
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