"Condolances to John, Carol and Carolyn and your families at this sad time. Aunt Rosie will be thought of with love and fondness. May your memories of her comfort you and give you peace. Rest in Heaven dear Aunt Rosie. "
In loving memory of
Rosemarie E. Ferro
May 10, 1932 - May 22, 2024
Rosemarie E. Ferro, 92 years old passed away peacefully on May 22, 2024, in Modesto, CA. Rosemarie was born on May 10, 1932, in Vaeta where she recited all her life, the daughter of A. Victor and Philomena Silva.
She was the youngest of 13 siblings. She attended Vaeta's schools and graduated from high school in 1951.
In 1952 Rosemarie married the love of her life Anthony A. Ferro and raised her four children on the family ranch.
She worked at Los Bano Convalescent and Los Banos Memorial Hospital nursing field for 25 years.
Her enjoyment in life, besides her family was traveling to Black Oak once a month to gambling, swimming and dancing the right away.
She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Golden Agers, Lady Mt. Carmel Society, Altar Society and Our Lady of Fatima.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Anthony A. Ferro, son David V. Ferro and siblings.
Rosemarie is survived by her son John A. Ferro, daughter Carolyn Simmons, both of Los Banos, Carol Souza of Gustin, grandchildren: Holly (Chad) Meza and Liza A. Souza, great grandson Ezekiel Meza and many family and friends.
In lieu of flowers donation can be made to your favorite charity.
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"Dave, John, and the girls. I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mom was so warm and welcoming whenever I came by to visit with my brother Dennis. Always trying to sit you down and feed you. Such a terrible loss . Blessing. Vic Kilby"
"Grandma, You gained your Angel Wings & I wish them to take you too all those you love and have missed for so long?? I know your handsome husband was so happy to see you and that my dad greeted you with the biggest smile. You know that smile that lights up the room. He probably had a dog for you too!! Don?t be mad at him, I?m sure he?s trying to save all the dogs in heaven too. Growing up, I thank you for being the best Grandma to me? You gave me a love for dolls, shoes, purses, bracelets and I promise to keep those diamonds shiney. May your soul be free and your heart full?? I love you?Holly Janelle"