Mrs. Rosalie Salvaggio

Rosalie Salvaggio, age 90, passed away on Tuesday December 1, 2020. Born April 10, 1930 in New Orleans, Louisiana to Anthony and Virginia Salvaggio, she was the adored baby sister of Bernard Salvaggio, Ross Salvaggio, and Elizabeth Salvaggio Mixon, and the cherished Aunt Rose to their children and grandchildren. Ms. Salvaggio graduated from St. Mary’s Dominican High School in 1947, and from the Daughters of Charity Hotel Dieu School of Nursing in 1950. She later completed a B.S. Nursing at Holy Cross College. Her proudest achievement was her 44 years of service with Hotel Dieu Hospital, including as Head Nurse, Assistant Director and Employee Health Nurse. A devout Catholic and member of St. Clement of Rome Parish, Ms. Salvaggio received the Clem Award for her volunteer work with the Young Elders. Aunt Rose knew how to have fun too: she loved traveling and playing poker with friends, visiting the casinos, enjoying her favorite restaurant (Andy’s Bistro) and a glass of Chardonnay (always with ice), and cheering on her beloved New Orleans Saints (except when the excitement became too much and she just had to close her eyes!) Ms. Salvaggio is survived by her nephews and nieces: Anthony (“Chip”) Salvaggio, Rodney Salvaggio, Ricky Salvaggio, Virginia Mixon Swindell, Roslyn Eckstein, Robin Williams, and Suzanne Yrle, their spouses, and a multitude of great nieces/nephews and other loved ones. Her family meant the world to her, and she to them. They will never forget the many weddings at which she gathered everyone to dance to Fats’ Domino’s Blueberry Hill. The family also expresses its heartfelt gratitude to the warm and caring staff at Inspired Living Kenner. A funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at St. Clement of Rome Church at 12 noon, with visitation beginning at 11 a.m. Masks and social distancing are required. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery. For those who remember Ms. Salvaggio fondly, but cannot attend, please wear your favorite Saints attire on December 9 in her honor. In lieu of flowers, masses may be offered or donations made to the charity of your choice.