Rose M. "Rosie" Macrino

Rose M. “Rosie” Macrino, age 97, passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2013 with the love and support of her family. Born in Herkimer on September 24, 1916, Rose was the daughter of the late Gregorio V. and Carmella (Biase) Macrino. She was raised and educated locally. It was in 1952 that Rosie began her 26-year career at Griffiss Air Force Base where she was hired as a clerk/typist and was promoted to supervisor at RADC, the position from which she retired on February 13, 1978. Rosie was an independent and self-assured woman, always open to experiencing new adventures. She enjoyed traveling to Europe many times and traversing the United States as well. Endowed with a retentive memory, Rosie would often recollect memories from her childhood, sharing stories of ‘the good old days’ with friends and family. During her leisure time, she was fond of reading and taking trips to Turning Stone Casino. Rosie was generous and good hearted by offering her time to her family and various charities. She volunteered at the East Side Senior Center and delighted in the day trips. At one time, she was a member of Forever Young at Blessed Sacrament Church where she gathered with their weekly card group. Above all, Rosie was devoted to her Catholic faith and would often spend numerous hours reciting her prayers and daily rosary. For many years, she was a member of the Altar Rosary Society at St. Agnes Church and helped out at the church festivals by preparing the highly sought-after treat of pizza fritta. She was currently a parishioner of St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish. Rosie is survived by many cousins, especially JoAnn Colacicco and family, and Rose Ann Grasso; several godchildren, including Annette Giruzzi and her family; and her dear friend Virginia “Ginny” Rovall. She was predeceased by her brother, Nicholas P. Macrino in January of 1996; and her sister, Josephine Macrino in July of 2004. The family extends heartfelt appreciation to the nurses and staff of the Eastern Star Home and Acacia Home Care for the compassionate assistance shown to Rosie. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Rosie's funeral service and Celebration of Life which will commence on Monday morning at 11:00 at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish where her Mass of Christian Burial will be offered by Rev. James Cesta. The family will receive visitors at the conclusion of the Mass. Expressions of sympathy in the form of donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, in lieu of flowers; envelopes will be available at the service. Interment will take place in St. Agnes Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Rose M. "Rosie" Macrino

September 24, 1916 - December 12, 2013