Rose Marie Nirsberger Rose Marie Nirsberger, 66, died peacefully at Albany Medical Center following a long illness. Rose was born on December 24, 1949 in Troy, NY and was the daughter of the late Ernest and Angeline (Marvelli) Catellier. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and aunt. She gracefully raised her three daughters while working full time as a nurse. She spent her long and valued career of 43 years in nursing providing care for patients and their families at St. Mary’s hospital in Troy, NY. She always provided laughter and a caring touch to those who most needed it. Her sense of humor resulted in great entertainment for her friends and family. Her greatest joys were her six grandchildren. Their special times cooking, shopping and joking around with her will always be fondly remembered. As she approached her retirement, she enjoyed a number of cruises with her friends. These vacations were recalled as some of the best experiences of her life. She was a 1967 graduate of Troy High School. While raising her family, she worked as a CNA and later received her nursing degree from Albany Medical Center in the late 1970’s. Rose is survived by three daughters, Heidi (John) Munnelly of Cumberland, RI, Angela Nirsberger of Troy, NY, and Rosemary (Thuan) Ton of Albany. She is also survived by her beloved grandchildren: MaKayla Nirsberger, Shelby Munnelly, Juancito Monegro, Angel Munnelly, Gabriel Munnelly and Renee Ton as well as Loan Ton who she always considered a daughter. Additional survivors include her brother Michael Catellier and his wife Paula as well as many nieces, nephews and extended family members and friends. Rose’s family extends a very special thanks to longtime friend Karen Court who has been a rock and steady support and is a truly incredible friend to our family. Another special thank you to all of the nurses, doctors, and other health care providers that took care of our mom over the past year. The comfort and care they provided to our family and our mom was superior and we are forever grateful. In lieu of flowers, we ask that everyone reach out to a nurse and thank them for their dedication and sacrifice. Write them a note, give them a hug, take them out to lunch, make them smile, make sure they take care of themselves and their own personal health, is what we ask. Nurses are special beyond words and we need to take care of these amazing people. Please save the evening of 9/10/16 for a celebration of our mother’s life. Please RSVP and/or send special comments photos or stories to [email protected] by 8/31/16 with your contact information. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fredendall Funeral Home, Altamont, NY. 518-861-6611.

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Published by The Record from Aug. 27 to Aug. 28, 2016.

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Angel Munnelly

April 12, 2025

I miss you so much grandma. I love you with every little bit of love I got left

Gabriel Munnelly

May 1, 2018

Thank you everyone so much for saying so many nice things. My Grandmother was so nice and so funny. I am one of her Nephew's. Again thank you so much for all you have done. I still remember the party we had for her that she wanted us to have. She asked us to drop her ashes in the Carribean sea.

Melinda Romeo Hogan

September 18, 2016

Dear Michael, Heidi, Angela and Rosemary,

My sisters and I were so sad to hear Rose Marie passed away. If we had known we would've of come to her services. Rose Marie was our favorite cousin! She was so fun to be around and we spent every Sunday at dinner with Gram and Aunt Ange eating and playing Pokeno. Her laugh was so loud that it made all of us laugh! I was the flower girl in her wedding and always envied how pretty she was. We loved her so much. Please accept our sincere condolences. Love, Melinda, Tina, Lisa and Melissa Romeo

Lisa Badolato-Allen

August 31, 2016

To Rosie's Family:

I am so very sorry for your loss.
Rosie was a former co-worker of my mom MaryLou. I saw Rosie at work all the time and she was always smiling and so caring. She was there when my Dad was ill and performed Reiki. She gave us great comfort in our sadness. May she rest in peace.

debbie anderson

August 31, 2016

RIP MY SISTER AND MY SPECIAL FRIEND YOU ARE ALWAYS IN OUR HEART AND WILL NEVER FORGET YOU LOVE MARTY AND DEBBIE

debbie anderson

August 31, 2016

RIP our sister and special friend always in our heart marty and debbie

debbie anderson

August 31, 2016

our thoughts and prayers are with you. You now have a VERY VERY SPECIAL ANGEL IN HEAVEN WATCHING OVER YOU rose will be GREATLY missed she will always be in our hearts GOD BLESS ALL debbie and Marty RIP SISTER AND SPECIAL FRIEND

Mark Johnson

August 30, 2016

Angela,
I think about your mom and working with her a St. Mary's and smile. I'm very glad that I got to see her the Saturday before she passed. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers. Take care and see you soon.

Jeanne Taylor

August 30, 2016

Dear Heidi, Angela, Rosemary and family,
I am saddened to learn of Rose's recent passing. So much time was spent with you and your mother during our school years. Your Mom was such a hard worker, so funny, and she always welcomed me. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Jeanne

Lisa Cole

August 30, 2016

So sorry for your loss! I remember Rose making me smile as I worked, especially on those difficult and very busy evenings! I will miss her!

Tom and Gail Vogel

August 29, 2016

Angela
We are so sorry for your loss. Know that she is at peace now. Remember all the good times because memories last forever.

LINDA BAILEY

August 29, 2016

ROSIE WAS A GREAT NURSE,GOOD FRIEND,VERY FUNNY.SORRY FOR THE FAMILY.

Amanda Shriver

August 29, 2016

RIP ... She was the kindest, funniest and loving nurse I've ever met ... She made going to work daily easier. She will be missed by many.

Ross Acevedo

August 29, 2016

You brought out the best in me and taught me how to dream.

Tara & Nick Hulett

August 29, 2016

Our deepest sympathy to your family. May you find comfort in the memories and always know she is watching over you. With all our love

Todd Courter

August 29, 2016

Rosie....my midnight Mom when I worked at St. Mary's. Always brought you up when you were down and went out of her way to make sure everyone else was OK before herself. One hell of a cook I might add. My condolences to her family and friends.

August 28, 2016

My deepest sympathy to the family and friends.Rosie will be missed deeply.

Terry Gordon

August 28, 2016

Heidi,Angela and Rose,
Sending Thoughts and prayers to your family,Your mom was such a special lady to all that had the pleasure of knowing her, she was always full of life and always could put a smile on everyone's face.She was a true friend,that I will miss.Fly high Rosie...I love you

Cindy Bogardus

August 28, 2016

To the family and friends of Rose,I am very sorry for your loss. I never met her,but through her wonderful friend Karen Court,I could tell Rose was a sweet person who loved her family and friends and she always loved to have fun,which made wonderful memories for all those who knew her. I am a good friend of Karen Court and through the memories that Karen talked about,I could tell they had a very special friendship and they both were blessed to have that one of a kind friendship.May Rose R.I.P. and to all her knew her cherish all the memories.

Debbie Turk-Adams

August 28, 2016

I'm so saddened to hear of the loss of this special woman. I met Rosie at St. Mary's in 1983 when we worked nights. She brightened everyone's day. Rosie was an inspiration to us all-in her devotion to her family as a mother, in her loving friendships, in her caring of her patients, in her perseverance through life's difficult times. With any luck, I'll get to spend more time with her.

Judy Wos

August 28, 2016

Rosie and I met the first day of kindergarten for Heidi and my daughter. We were both looking for a friendly face. When the girls came out already friends, we knew it was supposed to be. I can't even count the laughs we had together. She will be missed by so many people. My sincere condolence to the family,.

Mary(Maggie) Flynn-Smith

August 28, 2016

So sorry to hear this, we were friends at THS. Remember her Grandmother and parents well. Spent many an afternoon at her house, played records, talked and always laughing she was the funniest person I've ever known. RIP Rosie.

Dorothy Morans Sheldrick

August 28, 2016

Rose is a friend from my working career at St. Mary's Hospital in Troy, I loved her, everyone did. She could turn a difficult day into one filled with laughter. Anyone who knew Rose would not forget her. She was a blessing so glad to have had her in my life. Prayers go out to her family, she was one of a kind.

Denis Whitford

August 28, 2016

Rosie was one of the kindest funniest people I ever knew. She was the heart of a great Saint Mary's hospital group of people. My thoughts and prayers to her family in this sad event

April VanBuren - Gerstman

August 28, 2016

Although I haven't seen Rosie in years, just the mention of her name brings back memories and a smile to my face! As a new grad it is tough that first year of nursing, she made that easier for me, with her words of wisdom and funny personality.
Kind regards to her family, who was her world.
She may have been an LPN by license but she was so much more!

Julie Bender

August 28, 2016

My prayers and condolences to family and friends of Rose. She will be sorely missed!

Lynne Purificato

August 28, 2016

It's with a saddened heart that I have heard of Rose's passing. She was a wonderful person, a great nurse who knew how to bring a smile to her co- workers as well as her patients. She will be missed by all that were lucky enough to know her . My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Laura Cure

August 28, 2016

So sad to hear of this loss. My prayers and condolences to her family. I was so fortunate to work with her on nights for so many years. Her wonderful laugh and sense of humor will always be remembered. She was truly one of a kind. Rest in peace Rosie.

Melissa (Mahar) Nussbaum

August 28, 2016

A beautifully written obituary for a very special person. I am sad to hear of Rose's passing. I have such fond memories of Rose, and although it has been years since we worked together, I still remember the sound of her contagious laugh. My prayers are with her family and many friends during this difficult time.

Sue Trudell

August 28, 2016

Rosie was a wonderful person inside and out who enjoyed her life to the fullest.Please accept my sincerest condolences.

Dave Anthony

August 28, 2016

It was very sad to hear about Rose passing she would always put others before her self wether it was sitting and talking or bringing her genets cookies over she new how to make it better, Thank you for being you.
Hug a nurse for Rosie!!!!

Mary Anne Clow

August 28, 2016

Rose will be so missed. Such a Wonderful, caring, and loving person. My heart goes out to your family and Karen. She touched so many lives by her presence including mine. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

August 28, 2016

so sorry to hear the news. rosie made working nights a joy- the laughs we had, stories she told,....and she did wonderful things for all her patients.
deb bryce holt

Kathy Anthony

August 28, 2016

In loving memory

Kathy Anthony

August 28, 2016

I was so very saddened to hear of the loss of your mom. My sincere condolences. I worked with Rosie for over 20 years on PCU but have known her for over 30. She was the best LPN I ever worked with!!

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