On Monday, February 14, Rose Ceci Fiorito entered into eternal rest surrounded by the angels of the Lord. Rose was born in Cos Cob, Connecticut to Guiseppe and Angelina Ceci on January 1, 1930.
Rose was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and aunt. Her love and wisdom extended to multiple generations. Her love and kindness towards everyone was as deep as the ocean. Rose was elegant and classy! Everyone was blessed to have known her. Rose was loving and very kind-hearted. She opened her arms to the poor and extended her hand to all those in need. (Proverbs 31:20)
Rose attended Greenwich High School and went on to attend Westchester Business School. Rose served her community as the co-owner of the exclusive bridal shop in Greenwich, CT with her brothers, Etalo and Jack Ceci. Rose worked diligently and skillfully to ensure that every bride’s wedding was a special event. Rose also had a love for music. She was a singer and entertainer for many years with her beloved friend Oliver Michaux. She shared her gift with all by volunteering singing at nursing homes and hospitals.
Rose was predeceased by her husband, Adolph Fiorito, granddaughter Brigette Garr, niece Karlee Colabella, brothers Dominick, Etalo, John, and Jack Ceci, sister Enis Emily Kulik, son-in-law Bill Randall, and beloved friend Oliver Michaux.
Rose leaves to cherish her memories: her children Catherine Randall, Rosalie Perry, Stephanie (Max) Moriera, sister Margaret Colabella, and Aurora Cantella. 7 Grandchildren: Joseph (Carmen) Profeta, Anthony (Keina) Profeta, Anastasia (Timothy) Crawley, Rosemarie Profeta, Jon Perry, Steven Conroy, and Angelique Conroy. 16 great grandchildren and 7 great great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins, friend.
Dear Nonnie, Our time together was very short, I learned so many things like how to love and to press on through the bad times that life will bring. You were a loving mother for all the world to see and now you’re crowned in glory! You have won the Victory! One day will come when we will meet. How Glorious that day will be. You will take me by the hand to share in God’s Glory! With Love by Anastasia Profeta Crawley.
During a time like this we realize how much our family and friends mean to us. Your kind expression of sympathy will always be remembered. We are very grateful for your support.In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Hospital.