Ms. Rosita R Lazaro, age 81, of Clearwater, Florida passed away on Monday, February 6, 2023. Rosita Ruth Lazaro (Rodie) was born December 6, 1941 in Washington, D.C., daughter of Irene and Jose Lazaro who predeceased her as well as her brother Joseph Lazaro.
Surviving is her sister, Marie Malley, also nine nieces and eight nephews and her beloved dog Toto.
Rodie attended Suitland High School class of ‘59 and then went on to graduate from Frostburg State College with a Bachelor of Science - Masters Degree in Elementary Education. Rodie taught mostly third grade in various schools in Maryland.
Upon her 30 year retirement she moved to Florida.
Rodie enjoyed being able to help others through her membership in various Women’s Groups including GFWC North Pinellas Women’s Club, Three Arts Club of Homeland, Baltimore, and Alpha Xi Delta Sorority of which she was still a member.
Rodie was an avid reader, she also enjoyed traveling including European tours and cruising and skiing.
Rodie adored her family in which she will be deeply missed by her family.
A celebration of life gathering for Rosita will be held Saturday, February 25, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 9854 - Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park and Funeral Home, 2853 SUNSET POINT RD, CLEARWATER, FL 33759. A memorial service will occur Saturday, February 25, 2023 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, 2853 SUNSET POINT RD, CLEARWATER, FL 33759. A committal service will occur Saturday, February 25, 2023 from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM at Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park, 2860 SUNSET POINT RD, CLEARWATER, FL 33759.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.sylvanabbey.com for the Lazaro family.
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