Rose J. Losito

Albany-Rose J. Losito, 94, died Saturday morning January 14, 2012, at home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Salvatore Losi and Josephine Barone Losi and step-daughter of the late Angelina Losi. Rose was the beloved wife of the late Frank Losito; cherished mother of Joseph F. Losito (Mary) and Nancy R. Vero (Ron); dear grandmother of Laura Losito-Forde (Terry), Stephanie Bishop (Phillip), Frank Losito (Beth), Joe Losito, John R. Vero (Sarah) and Francine R. Vero; great grandmother of Kelsi, Timmy, Teddy, Kaity, Evan, Joey and Isabella; sister of the late Tony Lassi, Angelo Losi and Charles Lossi; several nieces and nephews survive. Rose and her husband owned and operated the family business, Losito Egg Marketing, in Albany. It was a continuation of the Losito family business in Watervliet that was founded by Frank’s parents. When their son Joe joined them, together they were able to expand into new markets and opportunities. Rose had also worked at J. deBeer & Son, Inc., a baseball and softball manufacturer. She was a longtime communicant of Blessed Sacrament Church, in Albany, where she was a member of the Rosary Guild. Rose was a member of the Knights of Columbus Auxiliary, the Westview Senior Center, and when her children were young she was an active parent at Christian Brothers Academy and The Academy of the Holy Names. Rose was most especially committed to her family—her two children, six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren—whom she loved more than words can describe. Rose was a staple of her Central Avenue neighborhood, her home and her community. Countless friends and neighbors were a part of Rose’s life, all of whom meant so much to her. Funeral services Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at 8:15 am from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to Blessed Sacrament Church, Albany at 9:00 am where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Monday, January 16, 2012 4:00 to 7:00 pm in the funeral home. Interment St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. Those wishing to remember Rose in a special way may send a contribution to Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, 3 Oakwood Ave., Menands, NY 12204 or Senior Services of Albany, 32 Essex Street, Albany, NY 12206. To leave the family a special message on their guest book, obtain a prayer card or directions, or share a photo or E-card with them, please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com

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Rose J. Losito

November 17, 1917 - January 14, 2012