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Rose Gaita Abraham

August 20, 1928 - January 03, 2024

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Obituary For Rose Gaita Abraham

Age 95, of Phoenix, AZ, originally from Pittsburgh, PA, fell asleep in the Lord on Wednesday, January 3, 2024.

Born August 20, 1928, Rose was preceded in death by her parents Carmine and Theresa Gaita, sister Carmella, three brothers Vince, Pellegrino (Pat) and John, her loving husband Jim and son-in-law Darrell.

Left to cherish her memory are daughter Rosanne of Sun City, AZ and son Jim (Faith) of Palmetto, FL; grandsons Michael and Jason of Pittsburgh, PA; Jason Ratliff of Archdale, NC; and two great-grandchildren Robert and Irene Ratliff of Archdale, NC.

Rose loved her family. Cooking for the whole clan was her favorite. She thrived in the kitchen, as it truly was her happy place. Being the “matriarch” of the family, she took care of everyone and always put herself second. Family was always first. As a member of St. George Church in Pittsburgh, PA, you could always find her in the kitchen whenever there was an event.

Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Sunday, January 14, 2024, 1:00-5:00 p.m., where a Funeral Service will be held on Monday at 10:00 a.m., followed by burial at Mt. Lebanon Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made in memory of Rose Abraham to St. Marks Orthodox Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 1315, Bradenton, FL 34206 or Americare Hospice Foundation - 1212 N. Spencer St, Suite 2, Mesa, AZ 85203.

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  • August 08, 2024

    Mr Enzo Maglio

    My most sincere condolence to you all my name is Enzo Maglio I live in Adelaide and my grandfather is half brother with Rose Gaita father Carmine and other brother Domenico I would love to hear from you my cousins and fill in the blanks my grandfather is Pellegrino Gaita From Montefredane

  • January 15, 2024

    Tamam and naim mansour

    Dear friends, the Mansour and Khalil families are deeply saddened and I would like to extend condolences to you all. Rose was one of the pillars of our St.George community, one of the women leaders we all looked up to for her quiet dedication and service. Always with a smile. As young teens and adults, we rarely take the opportunity to tell our "aunties" just how much they inspire us, and how much we appreciate them. Both Rose and Jim and their families were those kinds of people we never forget. God has granted Rose peace and eternal life, and I send much love to you all. Memory Eternal! Tamam Mansour

  • January 15, 2024

    Jeff George

    Rose and Jim did so much for St. George, especially during Lent and Pascha. I particularly remember how deliciously Rose "doctored up" the black olives. She was always so soft spoken and kind to everyone. May her memory be eternal!☦️ God bless you all. Jeff George & family

  • January 14, 2024

    LuAnn Walters

    Rosie. you were a very special person. We had a lot of good times and laughs together. You were the best grandma ever to my kids. Love LuAnn

  • January 12, 2024

    Ana

    Memory Eternal! I am so grateful that Rose (aka Rosie) was a part of my life. She loved the kitchen and taught me many things. Perhaps the thing my family and friends appreciate the most is that she taught me how to make pizzelles. I think of her every time I make them. Rose was tough! She'd fall and insist, "I'm fine." We used to joke that this would be on her tombstone because she said it no matter what was wrong. I used to tell her she was the opposite of the boy who cried wolf. I didn't know when to believe that she truly was fine. Much love to you all as you mourn Rose. I cherish the memories. She will live on in my kitchen forever. Love, Ana

  • January 12, 2024

    Dian Mallon

    This Lady made impression in my life from the day I started caring for her to the end of her precious life, we had laughs, crying together & tell me what she thought good & bad. We had a special bond & even how she said my name. She's going to be missed my lady.

  • January 11, 2024

    Billie sadler

    My Beautiful Rose, I will miss our talks and your smile, it was an honor and privilege to have known you. 🤗❤️ Billie

  • January 11, 2024

    Josie

    I always loved the way she would tell people she was FBI. They would say what you're FBI she would say yep FULL BLOODED ITALIAN. You will truly be missed Aunt Roe❤️❤️

  • January 11, 2024

    Darlene Billick

    Rose, My thoughts and prayers are with you and we will always have the wonderful memories of all the beautiful times we had with your mom🙏🙏💔💔 Love, Darlene