ROSE MARIE GAROFALO

On Tuesday, May 2, 2023, Ms. Rose Marie Garofalo of Davis passed away at the age of 78. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Rose Marie is survived by her siblings, Vince (Dennis) Garofalo, and Betty Lou ((Dave) Dais and children, Lorrie Davidson, Mark Blake and Toni Blake. She was the devoted grandmother and great grandmother to several including Michael Bauer, who was a constant source of comfort and Katy Nicole, who provided loving companionship and care in Rosie's last years.

 Rose Marie was a long-time rresident of Davis and former owner of the small business, The Bookkeeper, which led to many professional and personal relationships in the tight-knit Davis community. Rose Marie was very involved with the group Grandparents Raising Graandchildren where she met her dearest friend Sandy Weiss.  She delighted in International travel, talking politics and attending theater. She was well-known for her sharp wit and generous heart. She had a full body infectious laugh that filled the room and a gentle spirit that provided comfort to many over the years. She was silly and sharp and once showed up to her own surprise party dressed as a clown, because she was too smart  to surprise and too much fun to show up looking pedestrian.

Rose Marie will live on in tthe many people who were lucky enough to be touched by her humor, heart and generosity.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to one of Rose Marie's favorite charities, Yolo Crisis Nurserry, Davis Meals on Wheels or the Decocratic Party