Betty Jane Rose, 79, of Virginia Beach passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on July 15, 2022. Betty was the beloved wife of Ralph for nearly 56 years. A caring and loving mother to Richard Rose (Diane) of Virginia Beach, Virginia; Brenda Chance (chuck) of Seabrook, New Hampshire; Robert Rose (Theresa) of Noblesville, Indiana; and Bonnie Rose of Richmond, Virginia. Betty ensured her children had the support and life skills to be successful as they followed their dreams and ambitions. Betty cherished her five grandchildren, Alyssa, Danielle, Rachael, Mason and Gabriella.
Betty is preceded in death by her parents, Mack and Bertha Duplaga, brother, Mack W. Duplaga and sister, Mary Lou Duplaga.
Betty, with the full support of her husband and children, returned to college and obtained an Associates in Accounting. After graduation, Betty spent 40 years doing what she loved, working the numbers. In 2021, much to Ralph’s delight, Betty finally put the calculator and retired. Betty was an exceptional Seamstress and Cross Stitcher. She was also an avid reader and loved flowers, especially roses.
Visitation is from 9 to 10am on July 19, 2022 at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 6329 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk, Virginia. The funeral mass will be celebrated immediately following. The family invites you to a celebration of life held at Woodlawn Memorial Hall. Refreshments and food will be served. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.woodlawnnorfolk.com for the Rose family.
