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Rose Bartolini Obituary
HOPKINTON - Rose Mary (Carrier) Bartolini, 58, of Hopkinton and formerly of Southborough passed away peacefully at her home in her family's care on Saturday, February 25, 2017.
She was the devoted wife and best friend to David B. Bartolini, Sr. for the past 36 years.
Born in Worcester, she was the daughter of Margaret (Turpin) Carrier of Westborough and the late Robert Carrier.
Rose relocated to Westborough as a teenager, graduating from Westborough High School's Class of 1976. She was capable of amazing focus, crafting and honing her artistic gifts into exceptional skill that was obvious to any observer. After high school, Rose studied painting at the School of the Worcester Art Museum, and later advanced her studies while maintaining a studio at the Ingbretson Atelier and studying classical realism under Numael Pulido. She was inducted into the Portrait Society of America in 2010.
Rose's artistic accomplishments weren't limited to the canvas. She was also an accomplished doll maker, winning the Top Award International Competition 1995 Award- Doll Artisan Guild and President's Choice doll awards. She was also an exceptional dancer, winning several competitions across the US, including the highly-prized 2010 US Open Master's Division.
Rose cherished her three dogs, Lily, Abigail and Benjamin, demonstrating her love through highly capable training. All of her dogs received advanced good citizens' certification, with Benjamin becoming a therapy dog and ultimately, her devoted service dog.
In addition to her husband, and mother, Rose leaves her loving children, Robert J. Bartolini; David B. Bartolini Jr. and his wife Emma and her granddaughter, Isabella; her siblings, Patricia A. Valin, Paul R. Carrier, William R. Carrier, Margaret M. Carrier, Stephen J. Carrier; many loved and cherished in-laws, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother James M. Carrier.
A funeral service, to celebrate her beautiful life will be held Wednesday, March 1 at 11am at Pilgrim Church, Common Street, Southborough.
Calling hours will be held, Tuesday, February 28, from 4-7pm, at Morris Funeral Home, 40 Main Street Southborough.
We wish to acknowledge the team at Mass General Hospital Cancer Center who cared for Rose and to support promising research in stomach cancer. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Rosa can be made online https://because.massgeneral.org/rosebartolini . Checks can be made payable to Mass. General Hospital and mailed to Massachusetts General Hospital, c/o Development Office, Attn: Meagan Coons, 125 Nashua Street, Suite 540, Boston, MA 02114. Please note "in memory of Rose Bartolini" in the memo line so we can direct your donation to Stomach Cancer Research under Dr. Lipika Goyal. Or memorial contributions may be made to the Union Congregation Church, 86 Main Street, in South Grafton, MA.
To leave words of condolence to her family, please visit Morrisfuneralparlor.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Paul & Joanie Cahill
February 24, 2019
To the Bartolini family prayers at this extremely sad time. She will be a huge loss to her family. We extend condolences to all who love her.
Richard and Cathy Ciardi
March 2, 2017
David ,Cathy and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of rose I've only known her for a short time but she was such a wonderful person and prayers go out to you..
Alvin Hulbert
March 1, 2017
David and Family,
So Sorry for the Loss of Rose, Such a Nice Person who always had a Smile on her face and always spoke when I saw Rose and Dave at the HOP in Westboro. Rose R.I.P.
Larry Bibri
February 28, 2017
To the Bartolini Family,
My sincere condolences.
It's amazing the impact that Rose could deliver with a few words, a simple smile. I would suspect that many of us, myself included, hardly knew her yet felt like we did..she had that gift. I will remember, above all, that Rose was consistently kind. Very talented, introspective and of course beautiful, all of that and yet, much more. Her unique humility which quietly revealed itself in the acceptance and kindness she offered to all was special, very special.
She will be sorely missed by any and all that had the pleasure of ever crossing her path.
Sincerely,
Larry
Rick and Traci Fleischman
February 28, 2017
We are heartbroken to learn of Rose's passing. She was such a wonderfully caring person and truly talented in so many ways. Sending our deepest sympathy.
February 28, 2017
Thank You Rose for being so sweet and kind, especially to my daughter Shannan. Rest in peace sweet Rose.
Thomas Boiani
February 28, 2017
I extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family. May the soul of your mother be at peace with our Heavenly Father.
Marcia and Rich Conti
February 28, 2017
Dear Peg and family,
We send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family in the passing of
Rosemary. We are so saddened to hear of this. Peg, you have been a friend for many years and know that you are in our prayers through this most difficult time. With deep Sympathy to you and your family.
Love, Marcia & Rich Conti
Manduke Family
February 28, 2017
So sorry to hear of Rose's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Carmela Emerald
February 28, 2017
I was so shocked to hear about Rosemary's passing. My heart and prayers go out to you all. Peg, You have been through so much, I just can't imagine what you are going through now. I will pray for you.
Carmela
February 28, 2017
So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. It's not easy to lose a parent, but remember that you now have your own saint watching over you. Talk to her every day.
Love and prayers, Mrs. b., SJHS
Zosia Newell
February 28, 2017
I only knew Rose from the dance world but always wished I knew her better. Every time I engaged her in conversation she was thoroughly present, so thoughtful and kind. I have great admiration for her immense talent and kindness. She will be missed. My heartfelt condolences.
Nanette Sulik
February 27, 2017
Such a beautiful spirit. Her heart that cared for so many on this earth is now watching over her loved ones from a place we cannot yet know. May you walk in the light of her love and peace always. My condolences.
connie
February 27, 2017
I'm very, very sad to learn of Rose's passing. May God give you the strength to endure until his promises are fulfilled.
Tina Wendon
February 27, 2017
Thinking of you Rose and all the hearts that break to lose you
"Death is nothing at all.
It does not count.
I have only slipped away into the next room.
Everything remains as it was.
The old life that we lived so fondly together is untouched, unchanged.
Whatever we were to each other, that we are still.
Call me by the old familiar name.
Speak of me in the easy way which you always used.
Put no sorrow in your tone.
Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes that we enjoyed together.
Play, smile, think of me.
Let my name be ever the household word that it always was.
Let it be spoken without effort
Life means all that it ever meant. It is the same as it ever was.
There is unbroken continuity.
Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight?
I am but waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near, just around the corner.
All is well. Nothing is hurt; nothing is lost.
One brief moment and all will be as it was before.
How we shall laugh at the trouble of parting, when we meet again."Henry Scott Holland
Joyce-Fran Ritacco
February 27, 2017
Peggy,family you are in our thoughts prayers,we prayed for Rose mary daily we cherish the3 dolls she made for us.
February 27, 2017
It's difficult to put in words the sadness this brings. Please know our thoughts are with you and your family.
Doug, Linda and the entire Gorham Family
Tiffany
February 27, 2017
So sorry for the family's loss. It's times like these when the loving promises of our heavenly Father can bring us comfort and can soften some of the pain we feel in our hearts. (1 Thessalonians 4:13,14) May God grant you guidance, strength and peace during your time of sorrow.
February 27, 2017
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Regards,
The Lunder family
The Staff of Morris Funeral Home
February 27, 2017
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
February 26, 2017
To the entire Bartolini Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences on Rose's passing. May she rest peacefully and all of her spirit and love live strong through your many memories of her.
Kind regards
Jennifer Juliano
Southborough/Westborough
Jerry Poulin
February 26, 2017
To the Bartolimi family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on Rose's passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Sincerely,
Sharon and Jerry Poulin
Marco Island Florida
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