Clarence Rosa's Obituary
Kenosha—Clarence Earl Rosa Jr., 86, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2013 at Christopher House in Kenosha.
Clarence was born on October 5, 1926 to the late Clarence and Johanna (nee: Roeschen) Rosa in Racine.
Clarence had many hobbies and interests. He loved fishing and putting puzzles together and also enjoyed taking walks. He loved old jazz music and let everyone know it. Clarence was also a connoisseur of Mac-n-cheese and hard candy. He worked on his father's farm for a long time and enjoyed working outdoors.
Clarence will be dearly missed by his sister, JoAnne (Robert) Johnson and many nieces, nephews, and great nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Johanna Rosa; his brothers, Ralph, Tom, and John; and his sisters, Marie "Pewee", Rosemary "Pep", Jane "Baby", Florence and Anna.
Relatives and friends may gather to pay their respects on Sunday, August 25, 2013 from 2:00PM to 4:00PM at Wilson Funeral Home. Private burial will occur at Holy Cross Cemetery on Highway 32.
"Thanks to all of the caring staff at Christopher House in Kenosha, Stafford Manor in Racine, and Passages Hospice of Illinois/Wisconsin for taking excellent care of Clarence."
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