Rose Romano

ROMANO, Rose G., 96, died Saturday, November 25, 2006, at home under the care of LifePath Hospice. She was the daughter of Giuseppe and Angelina Guida and wife of Jimmy Romano. She is survived by her sister, Mary G. Scolaro of Tampa; and many nieces and nephews. The oldest of six children, she was predeceased by two brothers, Leo and Jack Guida; and two sisters, Antoinette Perrone and Josie Casella. Rose was dedicated to the well-being and comfort of her family and friends. She was known for her hard work, organization and sense of direction, as well as many "Roseisms", her unique way of expressing her thoughts. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 28, 2006, at Boza ' Roel Funeral Home, 4730 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa. Interment will follow at the Italian Club Cemetery. The family will receive family and friends 1-2 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be John Bastone, Joseph Guida, Lenny Guida, Dennis Perrone, Anthony Scolaro, Edward Scolaro and Anthony Edward Scolaro. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that contributions be made to the Italian Club Cemetery, Inc. (Restoration Fund), P.O. Box 5054 Tampa, FL 33675, LifePath Hospice, 3010 W. Azeele St., Tampa, FL 33609, or Humane Society of Tampa Bay, 3607 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa, FL 33607. The family thanks Rose's caregivers, Ada Curnow, Jonell Coban and Nerayda Martinez for their gentle dedication to her comfort and respect for her dignity. The family would also like to thank Dr. Richard Cohen and his staff for their kindness and thoughtful attention to her care. In addition, the family thanks Dr. Matthew Glover for his advice and compassion as she completed her circle of life.