In memory of

Rose Needham

January 31, 1928 -  May 12, 2022

With deep sadness, we mourn the passing of Rose Needham, a devoted wife, mother, nana, and great nana. Rose passed away on May 12th, 2022 at the age of 94. Rose came to Canada from England in 1957 with her late husband, Ronald, and had two children. She worked for many years in the Athletics & Recreation Department at the University of Toronto (Scarborough College) until she retired in 1993, where she was well-known and admired for her work ethic, positive attitude, and friendly demeanor.

Rose's love for her family will be everlasting. Caring for her husband, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren was the most important thing to her. She always made sure that her family was taken care of and knew that she loved them. Rose is survived by her son David and his wife Wendy, her daughter Diane and her husband John, her grandchildren Christine, Michael and his partner Ashley, Brian and his partner Taylor, Kayleigh, Sara, and Tasha, and her great grandchildren Chloé and Alexis.

Rose was an independent woman who was determined to do things for herself, and she impressed everyone with her ability to cut her own grass and shovel the snow well into her nineties. She could often be found walking up Morningside Avenue with her bundle-buggy to go to the grocery store until she eventually opted to take the TTC instead. Her reading ability was second-to-none, and she could be found at the library every two weeks returning her old books and signing out new ones.

Rose was, is, and will be universally adored, loved, cherished, and respected for her kindness, selflessness, compassion, and generosity by those who knew her. Her memory will live long in the hearts of those she loved, sealed with a loving kiss.

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Maria & Carlos Couto (Diane’s sister-in-law)

Entered May 14, 2022 from Mississauga

Our deepest sympathy to the family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Love the Couto family

Susan Myers (Cousin-in-law)

Entered May 14, 2022 from Port Hope, On

Rose was a super special lady. Her smile added joy to your day. Her hands were always reaching out to help. I will always regret the visits we didn’t get to have because of Covid. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Carol O'Reilly (Friend)

Entered May 14, 2022

Diane and entire family. Our deepest condolences, she definately was a sweet, beautiful woman. May she rest in peace

Love
Carol, Joe &
Pat McColgan

Kathleen and Sarah (Friend)

Entered May 14, 2022 from Ajax

To Diane Brian and Sara, and all of Rose’s loved ones. Our heartfelt condolences to all of you. Keeping you in our thoughts. Love Kath & Sarah xo

Dorothy Fieldhouse (Friend)

Entered May 14, 2022 from Lindsay, Ontario

Rose and Ron were both hard-working people who enjoyed many years together raising a son and daughter who reflect their parents love and devotion. Rose will be missed for her wonderful smile and kind heart to everyone. May they rest in peace.

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