Rose Marie Venezia, 97 March 23, 1914 – September 24, 2011
A resident of Pembroke Pines, Florida since 1982, Rose passed away peacefully in her home under hospice care. Rose was born in Brooklyn, New York and resided most of her life in Oceanside, New York.
She is survived by her husband of 70 years, the late John Louis Venezia, her son, John Nicholas Venezia, sister-in-law, Fay Barbera, many loving nieces and nephews and her dear friends.
Rose attended Business College and held a civil service position with the U.S. Maritime Commission during World War II. In Oceanside, she was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary. When she moved to Florida, she volunteered her time at Barry College as an office assistant.
Among her hobbies, Rose loved playing the piano, being with her family and having fun with friends. Rose touched the lives of many people with her smile and generosity and had a wonderful sense of humor.
Friends and family are invited to a visitation on Thursday, September 29, 2011, from 3 until 7 PM at Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, 1600 N. University Drive, Pembroke Pines, Florida. There will be a funeral mass of the resurrection at St. Stephen Roman Catholic Church, Miramar, Florida on Friday, September 30, 2011, at 2:00 PM.
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Judy Parcell (Duluth GA US)
September 27, 2011, 12:00 am
John,
I am so sorry about your Mother’s passing. She had a long, full life with a wonderful, caring family and will be in a better place with your Dad now. May your memories keep you going. Diane and I look forward to seeing you in Atlanta when you feel up to visiting.
Christina Liscio Royal-Hairfield (Midlothian, VA US)
September 27, 2011, 12:00 am
Dearest John, We are all thinking about you during this time. Your Mom was a precious person who made many lives happier by her presence. You can have peace she is now with Our Good Lord, and your sweet Dad! Take comfort as one day we will all be renunited in His Kingdom. Come to Richmond soon. Much Love Christina
Angela Liscio Scott & Family (Henderson NC USA)
September 27, 2011, 12:00 am
Dearest John,
What Fond Memories We Have Of Your Mother, Father & Your Visits As We Were Growing Up! Know You Are In Our Hearts And Prayers… I Am Heart Broken For You John. You Were The Best Son A Mother Could Ever Have…Wish I Could Be At The Funeral, However, I Need To Stay With Mama This Week As She Is Not Well. Please Know All Of Us Liscio’s Are With You In Spirit At Your Time Of Loss Of Your Dear Mother. We All Love You Very Much. Always, Angela & Family XXX OOO
Barbara Venezia Tozzi and family (Middletown NJ US)
September 28, 2011, 12:00 am
Dear John,
What a wonderful and fulfilled life your mother had. I have such happy memories of our family parties at Oceanside. And what a good son you have been. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, and that you are loved. We hope to see you soon.
Love,
Barbara, Bob, Lisa and Bobby
John N. Venezia (Pembroke Pines FL US)
September 29, 2011, 12:00 am
Mother, I miss your smile, your laughter, your love.
You are forever in my heart.
I will always love you.
Henry F. Liscio, Jr (Ric VA US)
October 3, 2011, 12:00 am
Dear John,
Aunt Rose always gave us all a loving, kind, generous, and happy feeling whenever we were graced with her presence. She was very funny and always cheered us up. My family’s prayers are for her dear soul and for you as we can only imagine the terrible loss this is for you. We love you and want you to know that we are always here for you.
Sincere condolences,
Henry
Helen & David Dietz (Raleigh NC US)
October 6, 2011, 12:00 am
Dear John,
Memories of your sweet Mother will always be in your mind and heart. She was a precious, warm and and kind lady and everyone that knew her will miss her. Know that you have family that love and miss you so very much. We are thinking of you and praying for you during this difficult time. Your Mom and Dad are now united in Eternal Life! You have been such a devoted son. Think about YOU now and enjoy the time that you have in this life. Much love, Helen & David