Rose E. DiPaola

DiPaola (Spagnolo), Rose E.

Rochester/Gates: Rose passed away on December 25, 2025, at the age of 100 years and 7 months.

Rose lived a long and meaningful life, reaching the remarkable milestone of a century. She is survived by her three loving sons, John (Roseann), Jerry (Elaine Richardson)Michael (Debra Ward); 10 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Vincent, her beloved grandson David DiPaola, daughter-in-law Andrea DiPaola, her in-laws John and Serafina DiPaola, her parents, Michael and Louisa Spagnolo.

In addition to her family tree, Rose was a Godmother to 7 new family members over her adult life. Giving further evidence of her commitment and devotion to our lord Jesus Christ.

Rose will be remembered with love by her family and all her knew her. Beyond being a devoted wife and mother, her outstanding concern and commitment toward human dignity was always a priority. " No harm nor shame should be brought onto others " she often said- a guiding belief she lived by and passed on to her family.

A special thank you goes to a devoted granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Samantha and Joseph Duffy, who were not only present for Rose's final moments, but who stood by her faithfully throughout the years. They brought their beloved Grandma Rosie much joy, laughter, and love, remaining relentlessly at her bedside until just before Rose began her next journey.

Rose's life was defined by compassion, humor, service, and love. Her legacy lives on in the many lives she touched and the family she cherished so deeply.

No prior visitation. On Saturday, January 3, 2026, all are invited to attend her Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM at Parish of the Holy Family (St. Jude Church site), 4100 Lyell Road, Gates. Interment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 200 Meridian Centre Boulevard, Suite 110, Rochester, NY 14618 in her memory.

A special thanks to the 4th floor staff at St. Ann's Home for the loving compassionate care given to our mom.