The Graveside Service for Rose J. Montante will be held at 3pm, Monday, her birthday, August 5th, at St. Mary’s Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will follow at the Clayton American Legion Colon-Couch 821. Rosie passed away on December 26th, at her home in Florida.
Rose J. Montante, 90, from Clayton, NY and Palm Bay, FL, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 26, 2023 with her beloved and devoted husband Louie by her side.
Rosie was born in Rochester, NY on August 5, 1933 to Josephine (Desano) and R. Joseph Ferrara. She met the love of her life and future husband Louie when she was 15 and married him on August 29, 1953 at the age of 20. She was an Air Force wife in Sumter, SC until Louie was discharged when they returned to Rochester then moved to Clayton in March of 1956 to help her in-laws run Montante’s Tourist Court now Lawrence View. She worked at various local restaurants along with long summer seasons at Montante’s.
Rosie is survived by her three children; Carol (Randy) Ramsey and Peter (Donna Gooding) Montante of Clayton and Joe of Gunnison, CO. She has 5 grandchildren; Heather (Terry) Craddock, Clayton, Devyn Montante, Deryck (Tori Chatterton) Montante, Jeryd (McKenzie) Montante and Jada (Alec) Gallimore. Two great-grandsons Kyle Craddock and Hudson Montante and another great grandbaby on its way in July. One step-granddaughter Kristy (Rob) Gault, Endicott, NY with their two sons Mason and Tucker. She is also survived by her brother Sam (Kathy) Ferrara, Loveland, CO and her sister-in-law Gay (Al) Prachel, Ocala, FL. along with several nephews and a niece. Besides her parents, she is predeceased by her brother Vincent Ferrara and brother-in-law Ken Montante.
Rosie’s heart was in Clayton but due to her deteriorating physical health, she was unable to travel and come home for the past five years. She will now rest her heart by the River.
Arrangements are entrusted with T.R. Jetty Funeral Home, Clayton, NY. Spring burial and a celebration of Rosie’s life will be announced at a later date.
Cary Brick
Our sincere condolences to Rose’s family. She shall long be remembered. May she rest in peace.
Cary and Janet Brick
Estella Carnegie
Carol
So sorry about your mom.
Remember going to trailer park with you. A lot of fun with your mom and dad.
Stella
Rose Reff
So sorry for your loss, Carol.
Marie Derrigo
Thinking of you Carol and your family . A loss of your mother can be one of the biggest
Dierdra Sorrell
Rosie was a great lady who knew how to enjoy life and and especially her family. My thoughts are with you all at this time.
Shirley and Frank Ioanna
Our condolences Louie and your family. Rose was the nicest woman, I so remember her sitting daily at the pool , smoking and laughing. You have been an awesome loving couple ,she will be missed . RIP Rosie our prayers for you and family . ❤️ Shirley and Frank Ioanna
STEVEN STROUSE
Thoughts and Prayers are with Louie and the family, may she Rest in Peace
Jim Fisher
Louie and family,
So very sorry to read of Rosie’s passing. She was a fantastic gal. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. RIP nice Lady.
mary green
LOUIE AND FAMILY- SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS… HOLD YOUR MEMORIES CLOSE TO YOUR HEART.
JoHannah Boots
I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to Louie and his family and friends. Rosie will be missed by many.
Susie ONeill
From the Aubertine Clan to Louie and all of Rosie’s family….we are so sorry for your loss. She was a large piece of the Clayton fabric. Rosie will certainly be missed by her family and many friends.
Barb phinney
Joe,Carol and entire Montante family,
My deepest sympathy to you all for the loss of a very special person.May she rest in peace
Russ Waterson
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of RO-Z-CYT. She was larger than life and touched may hearts. I remember as a kid seeing her and Mr. Montante pulling in to Potter’s Beach in the wooden boat they spent so much time in. She looked after all of us kids whether we were at Potter’s or roaming the streets in Clayton. I will always remember her and Mrs. Strouse hanging out at Johnny Baker’s shop on the corner and taking the time to ask about everyone’s family. She was a great Lady that added to Clayton’s charm.
With our deepest condolences, Russ and Penny
Mary Ann and Russ Livermore
Louie so sorry for your loss you are in our prayers
Susan Ellsworth
Carol and Family, Rex and I send our condolences to you and your family for the loss of your mother. She was an awesome lady. “The Ellsworths”
Pat and Pete Ledoux
Rosie was such a spirited presence! We enjoyed her and will miss her. So sorry for your loss.
Kathy Rosbrook
Louie, Carol, Peter and Joe. So sorry to hear about Rosie’s passing but know that she is in a better place now. Will never forget all the time she and Mom spent together each morning having coffee and catching up on everything. They never missed a beat. Sending my deepest condolences. May she RIP
Love, Kathy
Nancy Price
My sincere condolences to the Montante family. Randy often spoke of all the good times and memories. So so sorry for your loss.
Lynn Bolz
Roseie , Was a very good friend of ours. She will be greatly missed. Prayers to Louie & family.
Maureen Dykes
Carol, so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom.
Ed & Mary Ellen Wallace
Louie & family- Our sincere condolences on Rosie’s passing. She was one of the “party people “ we got to know when we came to Clayton -always friendly
Noel Longton
So sorry for your loss Carol.
Mike Ivey
RIP Rosie condolences to all!
James V Lettiere
Carol and family lots of memories of your Mom here on the river with the Heaslips, Sorry for your loss and sending our hugs to all. Rest in peace Rosie. Love Jim and Jeanette Lettiere
Linda and Ron Slone
Carol and family, So sorry to hear about your Mom. She was a wonderful woman, lots of memories, always fun, kind, happy to see us ‘kids’, even as we aged. Deepest condolences.
Carol L Ramsey
On behalf of Louie, myself and my brothers, we thank you all for your expressions of sympathy and kindness. We are grateful for the long friendships remembered and the good times had. Your condolences are truly appreciated one and all. Sincerely, Louie, Carol, Peter & Joe
Kristy Swiniarski (Mondo)
So many memories of Rosie every summer going to the River growing up. She put rollers in my hair at 4 months old and I will always love that picture! May she rest in eternal peace. Sending love from all of the Mondos to the rest of the Montante family who we have such fond memories of as well.
Love, Kristy Swiniarski (Mondo)
John and Jeannine Hammersley
Carol god bless you and your family so sorry for your loss. John and Jeannine Hammersley
Richard Milazzo
Mr. Montante and Family,
Very sorry to hear about Mrs. Montante passing. She my Father’s cousin Dick Milazzo. Your Mother and Father were great people. They used to come to Elmira ny and visit my Parents. Our prayers are with you and your family. God Bless you all.
Rick Milazzo Dick son
And your cousin’s also
Kelly
Carol, Pete, Joey and family-
My heart hurts for your loss. Rosie was such a beloved staple in Clayton and I’m sure she let her joyous presence be known in Florida too.
May she RIP and all your memories keep her alive in your hearts-
Love,
Kelly
Deborah Phinney (Morgia)
Carol & family, my condolences on Rosie’s passing. Such a lovely lady!
Rose Mary and Jim McIntyre
Dear Louie, Carol and Family,
We are very sorry to hear of Rosie’s passing. She was a real treasure and we enjoyed knowing her.
With our deepest sympathy,
Rose Mary and Jim Mcintyre
Cherie Danforth
Louie, Carol, Pete and Joe,
Our deepest condolences to your family on the loss of Rosie. She and Louie have held a special place in the hearts of everyone who knows your family. So sorry for your loss.
Doug and Cherie Danforth
Irene and Gerry Orvis
Louie, Carol, Peter, Joe:So sorry to hear of Rosie’s passing. She was a good friend, coworker,Redhatter. Great sense of humor, hard worker and compassionate caretaker of her mother-in-law in her decline. We are sure she leaves a large hole in your hearts but….oh the memories!