Rose M. (Fanelli) Scampone

Mrs. Rose M. (Fanelli) Scampone, age 89, of Utica, passed away on Thursday, June 24, 2010 at the Heritage Healthcare Center with the love and support of her family. Born in Utica on February 26, 1921, Rose was the daughter of the late Salvatore and Francesca (Bonamassa) Fanelli. She was raised and educated in Utica and attended local schools. On July 24, 1941 she married Anthony J. “Skirm” Scampone with whom she shared 56 years prior to his passing on August 16, 1997; they honored each other in a traditional marriage, faithful to one another and to family life. Rose fulfilled a 20-year career with the General Electric Company, working at both the Bleecker St. and French Rd. locations. In 1969 she and her husband established Parkway Liquors on Welsh Bush Road. They harmonized their lives to the success of the business and service to their customers, operating until Anthony’s passing in 1997. A caretaker by nature, Rose was the first to be present at a time of need, and she will be fondly remembered for the tender care of her own mother and in-laws during difficult times. She was a kindhearted and spirited woman and her family was the focus of all her care giving and love. She had an artistic talent that could be seen in her drawings. She especially enjoyed listening to Italian music, a moving legacy to her cultural heritage. Rose is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Philip J. and Carol Scampone; her daughter and son-in-law, Angela F. and Jake Minicone; grandchildren, Gina and Walter Szuba and daughter, Gianella Mari; Carla and Daniel Dumoulin and children Sophia Bella and Mia Gabriella; Billy and Anita Abraham and children Amanda and Zachary; and Chris and Janine Abraham and children Alexandria and Marc. She cherished in her heart the memory of her grandson, Derek A. Abraham, who passed away on September 5, 2009. Survivors also include her brother, Sam Fanelli of Utica; nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins; in-laws, Christine S. Lombardi with whom she shared a great closeness, and Carmen Talarico. Rose was blessed with many friendships that blessed her life. She was predeceased by her brother and sister-in-law, John and Frances Fanelli; a sister, Antoinette Talarico; in-laws, Emma Fanelli and Amerino Lombardi; a niece, Angela DeGiglio; and a cousin, Antoinette Arno. The family is very grateful to the Heritage Health Care Center 6th floor and 2nd floor staff members who embraced Rose’s needs with compassion and respect. The family will honor Rose and celebrate her life in a private gathering. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Rose’s Mass of Christian Burial and Celebration of Life which will commence on Monday afternoon at 1:00 at St. Anthony and St. Agnes Church. The family will receive visitors at the conclusion of the service. Interment and committal prayers will take place privately in Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Each day, Rose would remind us, “Que sera, sera” ---“Whatever will be, will be.”

Rose M. (Fanelli) Scampone

February 26, 1921 - June 24, 2010