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Rose White Obituary

ROSE RITA WHITE, 90 ROCKTON - Rose Rita White, 90, of Rockton died peacefully in her sleep at 10:55 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010, after an extended illness. Born Jan. 6, 1920, in Beloit, Wis., the first daughter and fourth of six children born to Michele and Sara (Nastasi) Farina. Married Robert Alton White on June 28, 1941, in the Old Stone United Church of Christ in Rockton; he died in 2006. Rose retired in 1985 from Warner Electric Brake and Clutch Co. She and Bob traveled to many places, including Florida for several years before her dementia made it impossible for them to travel any longer. She was an avid golfer in her retirement and was a member of leagues at Macktown and Atwood Golf Courses. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Rose was a wonderful, warm and gentle person whom we all loved dearly. She will be missed by all of us. Survivors include children, Sally (Tom) Moore and Joanna Strawser, all of Rockford, and Dr. Robert (Gail) White of Peoria; grandchildren, Fred (Kim) Hasse, Sarah (Michael) Graves, Amanda (Shane) York, Emily (Rob) Seagren, Molly (John) Lyman, Laura White and Kevin White; great-grandchildren, Eric and Drew Hasse, Taylor and Brooke Graves, Tyler and Carter York, Josh Seagren and Reagan Rose Lyman; brother, Gaspar Farina of Milwaukee; and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased also by her parents; grandson, Sam Gann; son-in-law, Fred Hasse; brothers, Jack and Albert; and sisters, Josephine and Vita. The family wishes to thank Rose's extended family, caregiver and friend, Bea Streeter, and her family, including Wendy, Rhonda, Billie Jo, Anthony, Zack and Zoe. Funeral ceremonies at noon Friday, Dec. 10, in McCorkle Funeral Home, 767 N. Blackhawk Blvd., Rockton, with visitation from 11 a.m. to time of service; the Rev. Dan Herman, pastor of Old Stone United Church of Christ, Rockton, will officiate. Burial in Floral Lawn Cemetery, South Beloit. A memorial will be established.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Dec. 9 to Dec. 10, 2010.

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Ann August

December 24, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Rose. I've thought of her many times as I've passed the home on Rockton Road on my way home from work, recalling fond memories of her. She was such a kind, sweet and warm person who always made me feel welcome. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Sandy Peterson

December 10, 2010

Sorry for your loss.
Sandy Peterson

December 9, 2010

Joanna, Sally, Bob, and family: our condolences on the passing of your mother, she was a grand lady, have a few memories of time spent with your folks. Our prayers and thoughts are with your family.
RL & Bev Smart

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