Rose Ann Skorka (Monterusso)
February 12, 1942 - October 16, 2020
Rose Ann Skorka (Monterusso) S.F.O Age 78 passed away Friday October 16th, 2020 due to complications of Covid 19. Rose was born in Grand Rapids Michigan February 12th, 1942 and attended St Stephens School and graduated from Catholic Central High School in 1960. She retired from JC Penney after working over 20 years there. Rose had a crazy love for reading, Elvis and old movies, but family was her ultimate passion . Anyone that got her laughing, knows her giggle is one of the things that made her so special. Rose was a Third Order Franciscan and very devoted to her Catholic faith. Rose is preceded in death by her parents James and Rose Monterrusso , and also by Fred Skorka . She is survived by her children and grandchildren, Teri and Jim Barszewski ( Matthew), Joe and Katie Skorka ( Joey, Aaron, Jackie, Andy , Jacob and Adam) , Denise and Jeff Lednicky (Dylan and Olivia) Brothers and Sisters in law, Phil and Keitha Monterusso , Tony and Vicki Monterusso, Rose Hickey , and several nieces , nephews and cousins. Per Rose’s wishes cremation has taken place. A Memorial Mass will take place Monday October 26th at 11am at St Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 2510 Richmond St. NW Grand Rapids MI 49504. Her family will receive visitors Monday October 26th from 10-11 am at church. Ennichement Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to St. Anthony of Padua Church.
Rose Ann Skorka (Monterusso) S.F.O Age 78 passed away Friday October 16th, 2020 due to complications of Covid 19. Rose was born in Grand Rapids Michigan February 12th, 1942 and attended St Stephens School and graduated from Catholic Central... View Obituary & Service Information