Rose Marie Galasso

Rose Marie Galasso, 92, passed away August 18, 2011, in Lakewood, Colorado at home surrounded by her family. She was born February 21, 1919 in Trinidad, Colorado to Domenic and Mary Carpita Cimino. Rose worked in retail until her marriage to John Galasso, July 18, 1953. She and John moved to Denver where they raised their family. After the premature death of John, Rose became active in her parish. As a member of the Alter and Rosary Society and St. Joseph Circle, she volunteered many hours, including cleaning the church and serving at the senior luncheons well into her 80's. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, sister and friend. Rose will be remembered for her fabulous cooking, her good nature and her constant smile. She enjoyed ceramics, bunco, travel and watching the Rockies. Rose is survived by her three children, Kathy, Bob and Joanie (Dave); five grandchildren, Gina and Ryan Zaccagnini; and Brad, Jeff (Sandra) and Brian Holden; four siblings, Carl, Sarah (Sam), Lena (Charlie), Dominic (Marge); sister-in-law, Lena; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband John, and siblings, Vince, Fay, Frances, Nick, Tom and Frank. The family is grateful for the care Rose received from Mary Lou, Carol, Wendy, Angela and Shannon. It has been said by many that anyone who knew Rose was a better person for it. She lived her faith. A visitation will be held at Horan & McConaty, 3101 S. Wadsworth Blvd., in Lakewood, CO 80227 on Thursday, August 25th, from 3:00-7:00pm. A Recitation of the Rosary will begin at 7:00pm. A Funeral Mass will be held at Notre Dame Catholic Church, 2190 South Sheridan Blvd., Denver, on Friday, August 26th, at 10:30am. Burial will be at Fort Logan National Cemetery, Area ""A"" at 12 Noon, with a reception to follow at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Rose's name to: Notre Dame Catholic Church 5100 W. Evans Ave. Denver, Colorado 80219 Share memories of Rose and condolences with her family by clicking of the ""sign guestbook"" tab below.