BORN

1923

DIED

2016

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Watkins Glen, New York

Rose Ciccone Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 10, 2016.

Rose Catherine Ciccone, age 92, passed away Tuesday February 9th at the Episcopal Church home in Rochester, NY. Rose was a lifelong resident of Watkins Glen. She was a devout Catholic and lifelong member of St Mary's of the Lake Church. She was a vibrant member of the Watkins Glen community who served as a trustee on the Watkins Glen Village Board. Rose was instrumental in the formation of the Concerts in the Park, which she was very passionate about, and which she continued managing for 20 years. Rose was awarded "Schuyler County-Citizen of the Year" in 2004 and was given the "Community Spirit Award" in 2007. Rose was also an active member of the Democratic Party.
Rose was predeceased by her husband Anthony Ciccone (Tony the barber). She was the loving Mother of Michael (Deborah) Ciccone, Stephen (Sue) Ciccone, and predeceased by her son James (Sally) Ciccone. Cherished Grandmother of Jason Ciccone, Julianna Kesic, Marc Ciccone and Christine Parry. Loving Great Grandmother of Maya Kesic and Aubrianna Mattioli. Rose is survived by her loving sister Mary Marcin. She is predeceased by her other siblings; James Macri, Giuseppe Macri, Rocco Macri, Anthony Campanelli, Angela Storey and Grace Yeager.
Friends and family may call from 4pm to 7pm on Friday, February 12th at the Haughey Wood Funeral Home, 119 5th St., Watkins Glen. Her funeral mass will be celebrated at St. Mary's of the Lake Church, 905 Decatur St., Watkins Glen on Saturday, February 13th at 11am. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Rose's memory to St. Mary's of the Lake Church, PO Box 289, Watkins Glen, NY 14891.

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August 14, 2018

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Sara Chase

July 11, 2016

Joe Barrick

Rose was a wonderful, loving and giving person, she was a very kind a fair person. Thoughts and prayers are with her and her family.
I always considered Rose and very good friend. So sorry to hear of her loss.
Joe Barrick

February 15, 2016

A very special person, Rose Ciccone! I go back many years of memories all great ones.
From babysitting those BOYS, to many good times with her and NINI!
So many elk dances and friendships. She was a tribute to Watkins Glen.
Will miss her smiling face and classy outfits!!!
Love to you boys, Pat ( Lee ) Angelo

February 14, 2016

Dave & Jean White

We met Rose when we lived in Watkins Glen and always chatted with her when we met her at Walmart and around. She was a lovely lady, always enjoyed the concerts in the Park. I have thought about her often after leaving New York.I know she is at peace still dancing in Heaven. God Bless

February 13, 2016

Melissa Knapp

February 12, 2016

jylle benson-gauss

Rose will be missed.
When we started the Watkins Glen Farmers Market, Rose gave us her full support and came to the first meeting where we addressed the Village Board of Trustees to ask for permission to use Lafayette Park for the market. We were so nervous! With Rose literally at our side, permission was granted.
Rose was a great supporter of all things good for the village, a great organizer, a selfless human being.

February 11, 2016

jennifer grover

HI MY NAME IS JEN GROVER. IV KNOW ROSE FOR A COUPLE OF YEARS IVE SEEN HER AT WALLMART IN W GLEN,AND AT THE HOSPITAL IN MONTOURFALLS NY.MAY ROSE REST IN PEACE. GOD TOOK OUR BELOVED ROSE TO HIS KINGDOM AND SAID WELLCOME HOME.GOD BLESS ROSES FAMILY/FRIENDS.JEN GROVER

February 11, 2016

Ellen L Pangallo

Sending prays, Rose was one great lady. I was lucky to have worked with her at Rosenbaums years ago. She always had a smile for everyone. May God bless her and her family. God has one wonderful lady in heaven.

February 11, 2016

Mary Standish

Rose was a wonderful lady she will be missed by many!

February 11, 2016

Rich Bitter

Rose was a staple and a light in the community. A most wonderful person and Schuyler County has suffered a great loss.

February 11, 2016

Bruce Giles

Remember Rose and Tony from my early years on Bath Street. So sorry to hear of news. My deepest sympathy to the family.

February 11, 2016

Mark Stephany

Rose made us all better for having known her! The guys and I will keep playing "Spanish Eyes" for Rose and Tony. But now she won't shed a tear, because they'll be able to dance to it again!

February 11, 2016

Joe and Jocelyn Moglia

Our deepest sympathy to the Ciccone family. Rose will be missed! God Bless!

February 11, 2016

Bob Lee

I was so sorry to hear of rose's passing, she did so much for this community and county. She was a good friend who always had a kind word a big thank you for any help in her dedicated programs for the village. Every Tuesday the park was filled with people from all over to listen and dance to the wide variety of bands Rose scheduled each week.She was a dedicated Village trustee who helped so many. My sincere sympathy to the family she will definitely be missed.

February 11, 2016

tami cooper

Rose did a wonderful job promoting Watkins Glen and I knew many came a distance to her the music and to dance to it . I know she will be dancing in heaven with all the icons of Schuyler County.

February 11, 2016

Sorry for your loss to the Ciccone family. Your mother was such a wonderful beautiful lady. She always said hello to everyone. The love she had for her husband was so cute. They would sit at Burger King ever day and would hold hands. She made that restaurant beautiful. She loved my niece Tamijah since she was a baby. Always making sure to ask how she was doing. She just was always that caring. God Bless.

February 11, 2016

Dena Standish

My heart goes out to your family. The town will not be the same with out your shining spirt.

February 11, 2016

Gloria Hutchings

God bless Rose. She was a good person and a member of Southern Finger Lakes Women for many years.

February 10, 2016

Nancy Connors

You always made me smile Rose. Rest peacefully.

February 10, 2016

Kristine Morseman

My thoughts are with the Ciccone family as you lay this wonderful woman to rest. She will certainly be missed in Watkins Glen but her memory will live on as she touched so many lives.

February 10, 2016

Sorry to hear about Rose work with for many years at Walmart watkins glen, My prayers go out to all of your family. Sad to hear of your loss. My god find you peace and comfort in these time of sorrow.

The Hanville Family

February 10, 2016

Rose we will never forget you dancing to Spanish Eyes in your high heels. You brought such life to our community. I will always remember your great stories about your life here in Watkins. You were this areas biggest fan and you never missed an opportunity to brag about us to tourists. You loved reading and watching CNN and politicking. How often you spoke of the greatest president we even had, FDR. I still wish I had a copy of your cook book so I could make some of your favorite recipes! Rest in Peace, my friend. Our condolences to your family.
Marianne and Bob Morin

February 10, 2016

Dave Conklin

To the Ciccone family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Grace and Peace.
The Conklin family

February 10, 2016

Shirley Ormsbee

So sorry to hear of Rose's passing, she was another Icon of the Watkins Glen area, she would always call us the beautiful "Lee girls" and I don't think she ever got our names right but always greeted us with a huge smile. Rest in peace Rose and some day we will see you again at a concert in the park! Shirley Lee Ormsbee

February 10, 2016

Barb Specchio

God Bless Rose ,rest in peace, you lived a good life, did so much for the Community . A good friend for so many years, thru all the happy and sad times with our family. Barb Lee Specchio

February 10, 2016

Frank & Sharon Pastore

To Ciccone Family-Our condolences at this sad time.

February 10, 2016

Prayers to the Ciccone family during this difficult time...Rose will truly be missed by many.

Brenda Warren-Fitch

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