November 1, 1930 - August 17, 2022
Rose was born in Staten Island to the late Giuseppe and Salvatrice Matassa.
She was raised in West Brighton and graduated from Curtis High School.
Rose met the love of her life Victor. They were married for 65 years before his passing in 2017. She is survived by three children. Joseph, Victor Jr. and Thomas.
Rose loved to cook and entertain her large family. Her door was always open and a pot of coffee was always ready. Her grandchildren would say she made the best meatballs. Rose loved Atlantic City and the usual Saturday night card games. Rose also helped her husband Victor in the family’s Forest Upholstery Business.
Rose is survived by her cherished grandchildren.
Joanne, Lisa, Christine, Rosemarie, Victor lll, Kristina, Nicole and Victoria. She is also survived by 9 great-grandchildren Isabella, Michael, Ava, Jason, Peter, John, Giuseppe, Emmy and Anthony.