Rose Gonzalez
elevated r0FRF September 30, 1958 ~ July 24, 2025
elevated r0FRF Visitation
Friday, August 1, 2025 from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m.
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East Thornhill, Ontario L3T 3Z6
elevated r0FRF Funeral Mass
Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.
Chapel of St. Joseph – Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
elevated r0FRF Click here to watch the mass
elevated r0FRF Private Cremation
elevated r0FRF It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Rose Gonzalez, who departed this world on July 24, 2025 at the age of 66. She was surrounded by those she loved, and her spirit lives on in the many lives she touched.
elevated r0FRF Born on September 30th, 1958 in Corleone, Sicily, she was the cherished daughter of the late Carmelo and Salvatrice (nee Pennino) Mirabile.
elevated r0FRF Rose was the devoted wife of Alejandro, who together built a life of many beautiful memories, happiness, and strength. Rose’s daughters, Silvana (Emily) and Adriana, were the very core of her world. She loved them deeply, guiding them with wisdom, patience, and a fierce devotion that only a mother could possess. Rose also loved her fur-babies, Theo and the late Wizard, very much.
elevated r0FRF She will fondly be remembered by her beloved brother Leo, who was a fierce constant in her life and stood by her side through every season. Their bond remains unbreakable, even in her passing. Rose was the sister-in-law to the adored Pierina and Zia to her cherished niece and nephew, Samantha and Anthony.
elevated r0FRF Rose was a loving sister-in-law to her surviving brother-in-law, Antonio, and to the memory of her three deceased siblings-in-law, Julia, Carlos, and Doris. She was a remarkable Tia to Carlos, Celso, Michel, Sandro, and Stephanie. She also leaves behind many aunts, uncles, and cousins from near and afar that she deeply admired.
elevated r0FRF Rose was a constant source of support for not only her family, but the countless friends she made throughout her experiences as a student, classroom supporter, administrator, caregiver, and parent.
elevated r0FRF Her warmth, generosity, and love of entertaining made her home a true sanctuary, where everyone always felt welcomed and at ease. She was known to share laughter into the early hours of the morning with her family and friends, offer an abundance of food to all that entered her home, and to have heartfelt conversations with her loved ones.
elevated r0FRF Known to many as a pillar of courage, Rose has left an indelible mark on this world. We know her love will continue to surround our family and friends, guiding us in the days to come.
elevated r0FRF In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be made in her memory to the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation.
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We were saddened to hear of Rose’s passing. Our most heartfelt condolences to all of you, Alex, Silvana and Adriana, and the whole family. May you find strength in your wonderful memories, to get you through this difficult time. All our love,
I just heard of Rose’s passing. I met her thru both our children. Matthew, Nicole and I send our condolences to the entire family. Silvana, Adriana – your mom was an amazing person and so proud of you both. We are deeply sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace.
I wish to extend my heartfelt condolences in the passing of sweet Rose. She was a friend to me and I will miss her dearly. Dear Adriana and family I wish you support and care at this very sad time. With compassion I hold you in my heart, warmly Gerda
I’m sadden to hear of Rose passing . We had many heart felt moments
Bless your hearts of your family
To Leo and Pierina and all the extended family
We wish you strength and courage during this difficult time.
Dear Leo, Pierina and families,
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. May you and your family find strength and courage as you cherish the memories during this very difficult time.
Our heartfelt condolences to the family. Rose had a heart of gold, and was a true friend. She was a kind and gentle person, she will be greatly missed.
Leo ,Pierina and families
Our deepest condolences
May you find strength in all the cherished memories
My sincere condolences to Leo and Pierina and your extended family. I’m sorry for your loss of your sister and sister in law. Our prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of grief.
Keep strong and courageous. Your family needs your support.
I met my cousin Rose when she was 4 years old. Many years passed before we would rekindled a friendship that would become solid to the core. Although we were many miles apart our weekly phone conversations forged a relationship that became truly loving. You will be deeply missed sweet cousin, but you will forever remain in my heart. Rest in peace my dear Cousin Rose.
My deepest sympathy to her husband and two daughters…. ” When you lose the one you love, it’s not something you get over but something you get through.”
Rest easy 🌹🕊️
The loss is great and the sadness cannot be measured with the passing of Rose. She fought with such incredible strength and grace, inspiring us all every step of the way. Our memories of her laughter, smile, kindness and genuineness will be shared with our grandchildren so that Rose’s goodness lives on. She truly was one of the best!
Alex, Sil and Adriana – we love you.
Leo, Pierina and all the extended family, our sincere condolences
I would like to extend my deepest condolences in the passing of Rose. She was a dear sweet friend. I am honoured to have known her and truly grateful for the friendship we shared. I will miss her dearly. My heart goes out to all the family. May you find strength and courage during this difficult time.
Rest in peace sweet Rose.
Warmest regards, Marcelle
Love you Rose, until your heaven!
Thanks for your example, your love, your kindness.
Lorena (from Italy)
My dear Rose I am so heartbroken. We bonded through our support meditation group and I truly cherished your friendship. You were courageous and truly an inspiration to me. Adriana and family your mom loved you all so much. I hope all the wonderful memories of her will help you through this most difficult time. My very deepest condolences, Rose I will miss our many texts. Heaven has gained the most beautiful angel. RIP my dear friend xo
Sending my love from the westcoast to Rose’s beautiful daughter’s Sil and Adriana and the whole family.
You’ve been in my thoughts and prayers all week.
Our condolences to you Alex, Silvana and Adriana. I will miss you my dear friend. May you rest in peace. 🙏🙏
Our condolences go out to the entire family. We hope her loving smile and heart felt laughter will be the memory that guides you all through this very difficult time. Rose you will be missed.
I was deeply saddened to hear of Rose’s passing.
She was a remarkable person and a constant source of support, kindness, and strength.
Her presence made a real difference in our lives, and her warmth and generosity will never be forgotten.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
My thoughts are with you all — Alex, Silvana, Adriana, Leo, Pierina, and the entire extended family.
I struggle to put my feelings into words in this situation. Rose, Alex, Silvana and Adriana were such a pivotal part of my childhood. So many of my best memories were with them. As an adult, in my most devastating and painful moment—losing my Abuela (Julia Cacheiro)—Rose swept in without hesitation to support me with her whole heart. I do not know what I would have done without her. That feeling of being held and supported when I needed it most is something I will carry with me for a lifetime. It will have a forever ripple effect, as I hope to offer Rose’s same level of selfless care and empathy to my loved ones. Rose and her family have been there for me at both ends of the spectrum—the light, happy moments and the darkest ones too. I can’t sum up what this means to me in just a few words. I will just say: I love you, thank you, from the bottom of my heart. I will miss you so dearly, but I know that you will always be with us. And that we will all meet again someday.
Farewell my dear friend Rose, may you finally be in a place without suffering and sorrow.
Ever since we met, way back in our first year of high school, you have always been the strongest, kindest, most loving and caring person I’ve ever had the pleasure to call friend.
My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to Alex, Silvana, Adriana and all the family.
Rest in peace my dear friend!
I was so sad to hear of Rose’s passing …. Gone too soon
My heart reaches out to her husband and beautiful daughters. She talked about you girls all the time and loved shopping with you both❤️
My deepest condolences to Alex, Silvana, Adriana and extended family. Rose was the kindest, most loyal and sincere person I have ever known. She could light up a room with her smile and those beautiful eyes. She loved her family more than anything in the world.
May her love and warmth embrace you each and every day.
Rest in peace, my beautiful friend.
To the Gonzalez Family,
Rose will be sadly missed by her extended family at the Edge Benefits. May loving memories bring you peace, comfort and strength during this time of sorrow.
RIP my dear friend Rose.
Dear: Alex, Silvana, & Adriana,
I want you to know how deeply sorry I am for your loss. Your mom was such a beautiful strong, and loving soul.
I met your mom, Rose, through my dad. He worked in a laundry factory with her mom. Rose helped me land my very first after-school job at Woolworths! We worked behind the diner serving customers, and feeling rich with all the tips we took home. Back then, those few dollars felt like a fortune!!
I am incredibly grateful that I had the chance to visit Rose at home. We talked, we remembered, we laughed, and even cried together. It’s a beautiful memory that I will cherish in my heart forever.
Rose spoke of her girls with such pride, with tenderness, and love. They were her world.
Please know I am thinking of you and sending all my love and support your way.
Rest in peace, my beautiful friend Rose. You will be greatly missed.
Love, Franca DiNuzzo
I was saddened and shocked to hear of Rose’s passing. My condolences to the family. She was a unique school friend who will be greatly missed and remembered. Rest in peace my dear Rose.
Alex, Silvana, & Adriana,
I had the privilege of meeting Rose over 18 years ago when she started at The Edge Benefits. She was always a positive and energetic friend.
Rose always took the time for anyone who had questions or needed guidance whether it be work or life in general.
She was a fashionista with nothing out of place…her makeup, hair and outfits and her big smile was something I looked forward to seeing in the morning.
My heart goes out to each of you; Rose will be missed by many. xox
I was very saddened to her about the passing of Mrs. Gonzalez. I was blessed to get to know her through the Saint Gaspar School community. I taught both of her lovely daughters, Silvana and Adriana, and I fondly remember the family.
Heartfelt condolences to all of you! May your Mother/wife rest in eternal peace. 🙏
I am so sorry to hear of Rose’s passing. My heart goes out to the family.
When I was a new employee at the Edge Benefits, Rose made me feel welcome and joined me for lunch to talk about her daughters and my daughters and life. It was my pleasure to get to know Rose.
Gone too soon. I hope you can find peace in the memories you shared.
Rest in peace my friend Rose