Rose Peterson age 85, passed away on March 28, 2024, peacefully in her sleep after several months of illness. She is now in heaven reunited with her husband, Ron and daughter, Gail (who passed away In December 2022). Rose is survived by her daughter Linda, 3 Grandchildren Marjorie, Shayla, and Colin and 2 Great Grandchildren, Zach, and Zander.

Rose was born in Roslea, Fermanaga County, Ireland. She moved to the United States when she was 18 years old to achieve her goal of becoming an American Citizen. She lived in MA, met her husband Ron, and was married for 49 years before he passed on to be with the Lord in 2009. They settled in New Hampshire before moving to North Carolina on their way to residing in The Villages in 2001. Rose was very active and enjoyed being with all her friends and neighbors, always having fun and making everyone laugh. Rose loved to volunteer, donated to many charities, and helped her neighbors whenever needed. Rose was always cheerful with a smile and joke. She walked daily around the neighborhood saying hello to everyone. When new neighbors moved in, she made sure they were welcome and made to feel at home immediately. Rose will be missed by many people who have great memories of being in Rose's company.