Rose M. Volpe, age 101 of Rochester, a former longtime resident of Mount Clemens, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at her home. Rose was born October 17, 1923 to Vincent and Julia Volpe in Detroit, Michigan. Rose was the oldest of five children. While Rose did not have children of her own she lovingly considered her nieces and nephews her own.  Rose was a caregiver to many of her family members, always available to help.

Rose was a lifelong member of St. Peter Catholic Church, in Mount Clemens.  She spent 20 years fundraising that supported the archdiocese of Detroit.  She also mentored young children at St. Mary's school in the computer lab.  She was a 43 year employee of Detroit Edison, until her retirement in 1988.  Rose would become the first female supervisor in the Macomb division. Rose became the President of the N.A.C.M.  She was also involved in many other charitable organizations.  Rose worked for Briggs Manufacturing Company as a "Rosie the Riveter" working on the B-29 bomber doors during WW2.

Visiting hours are 4:00 - 7:00 p.m., Sunday, November 10, 2024 at Will and Schwarzkoff Funeral Home, 233 Northbound Gratiot, Mount Clemens.

A  funeral mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. (in state 10:30) Monday at St. Peter Catholic Church, 95 Market Street, Mount Clemens with Father Salvatore Palazzolo officiating.