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Rose Vukson Obituary
December 15, 1943 - May 16, 2023
Rose M. Vukson, 79, passed away on Tuesday, May 16th, 2023. Rose was born in Arena, Calabria, Italy on December 15, 1943 to Francesco and Antoinetta (Franze) Calabrese.
Rose emigrated to the United States in 1955 with her parents and her brother, Michael. She graduated from Stamford High School in 1962, where she was awarded the Golden Thimble for her expertise in sewing. After graduation, she attended hairdressing school and worked as a hairdresser until she started her family with her husband, Bruce.
Rose enjoyed bowling and was in several leagues, winning numerous awards while making lifelong friends. She also enjoyed quilting, cooking, gardening, trips to the casino and spending time at the family home in Vermont entertaining family and friends. Above all, she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and was their biggest fan and supporter.
She was a member of St. Cecilia Parish and the Springdale Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary. She and her husband were foster parents with Catholic Charities. Together, they fostered many newborn babies awaiting to go to their adoptive homes. She formed a special bond with each child and the families they were adopted into.
Rose's greatest roles in life were that of a devoted wife, a caring mother, and "Nee Nee" to her grandchildren. She will be deeply missed by those who knew her and loved her.
In addition to her parents, Rose was predeceased by her brother, Michael Calabrese, and an infant sister. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Bruce Vukson of New Canaan, her daughters Linda Kuehn (Mark) and Patty Lefort (Lou) of Stamford. She leaves behind her grandchildren: Jonathan, Nicholas and Mackenzie Kuehn, Jenna, Jacob and Jeffrey Lefort and Icey Han who will forever cherish her memory. Rose is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, May 26, 2023 at 10:30 AM at St. Cecilia Church, 1184 Newfield Avenue, Stamford. Interment will follow at St. John Cemetery, Darien, CT. No calling hours will be held.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Connecticut Children's Foundation Inc., 282 Washington Street
Hartford, CT 06106, (860)-837-5700 ( www.connecticutchildrens.org ).
Arrangements are under the direction of Thomas M. Gallagher Funeral Home. To send online condolences to the family, please visit www.gallagherfuneralhome.com
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Patti Colohan
May 25, 2023
I was so sorry to hear of Mrs. Vukson´s passing. I have fond memories of her. My deepest condolences.
Mickey ( Tyler) Munrow
May 25, 2023
Condolences to the family. Rose was a wonderful lady. RIP
Mary Anne MacPhee
May 21, 2023
So sorry to hear of Rose passing I haven´t seen you in years but you were always a very gracious person prayers for the family . We use to be neighbors in Springdale sweet lady
Ted & June Schildnecht
May 20, 2023
Bruce, sorry to here about Rose. All the best to you and your family.
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Shirley Jeanne Velanzon Keeler
May 19, 2023
To Patty and The Vukson Family So Very Sorry To Her About Your Mom She Was A Very Sweet Lady She Will Be Missed by many
Shirley Jeanne Velanzon Keeler
Fred hayes
May 19, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Pat Barwood
May 19, 2023
We met in September 1977, bowling team. Our friendship meshed for life. That December after our Christmas bowling luncheon Rose came with me , even though it was snowing , she in her mink coat and helped me decorate my Kevin´s Christmas tree at the cemetery. That act describes my dear friend Rose and our long friendship...
Freda Iaizzi
May 19, 2023
Dear Bruce, Linda, Mark, Patty, Lou and families, Sincere condolences on the loss of your matriarch. Rose was a loving woman who was so proud of her family. May your memories of her provide comfort during this difficult time. May God ease your sorrow as you grieve your loss.
Kathy and Tom Friend
May 19, 2023
Bruce Linda Patty and family sorry to read of Rose´s passing. You and your families are in our thoughts and prayers
Kathy and Tom Friend Naples, Fl.
Kathy & Joe Romaniello
May 19, 2023
Patty and family ,
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Joe & Kathy
John Murphy
May 18, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. Rose was always there for the volunteers at the Springdale Fire Co.
Bertha Barosky
May 18, 2023
Sincere sympathy to Rose's survivors. She was a faithful parishioner at St. Cecilia Church. May she rest in peace.
Jason Lomoriello
May 18, 2023
Mrs V you will always be remembered as a kind beautiful person and neighbor
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