Rose S. Conine

Rose Conine PhotoRose S. Conine – 89 – a resident of Elderwood at Hornell, formerly of 23 Adsit St. Hornell died unexpectedly Friday morning (June 3, 2016) at St. James Mercy Hospital.

Born in Hornell on July 13, 1926, she was the daughter of Angelo & Josephine (Marino) Cartella.

Rose grew up in Hornell and was a graduate of Hornell High School (class of 1944). Throughout the years, she had been employed at various businesses including Woolworths Department Store, Corbin Wood Products and also served as a cook at the Hornell Children’s Home. For many years she owned & operated Riverside Pet Shop in Hornell.

She was a former member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and a communicant of St. Ann’s Church. In recent years she attended the Free Methodist Church of Hornell. Rose had been a member of the Hornell VFW and also the Hornell IOOF.

Rose was and avid bingo player and, in her younger years, would play five or six nights a week. She also loved playing cards — especially euchre. She thoroughly enjoyed her Sunday Euchre Club.
She was an ardent supporter of the Fresh Air Fund hosting many children over the years.
She enjoyed trips to many locations with her senior group, once even meeting Michael Jackson.

She was married on December 30, 1958 to Clarence “Ray” Conine who died January 31, 2013. She was also preceded in death by 2 sisters, Mary Andrezzi and Angeline “Angie” Eason; 1 brother, Peter “Pete” Cartella.

Surviving are 3 sons, Alan (Becky) Conine of Rochester, Andy (Kathy) Conine of Hornell and Charlie Conine of Rochester; 1 sister, Josie Brown of Hornell; 3 brothers, Julio (Nancy) Cartella, Carl (Mary) Cartella and Francis “Lou” (Beth) Cartella, all of Hornell; 4 grandchildren, Kirsten (Evan) Cogansparger, Marissa (Ryan) Goodwin, Michael Conine and Kyle Conine; 5 great-grandchildren; many nieces & nephews.

The family of Rose S. Conine will receive friends on Thursday from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM at the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday at 11:00 AM at the Free Methodist Church of Hornell with Rev. Alan Bliss officiating.

Rose’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name be made to The Fresh Air Fund, 633 Third Ave. (14th Floor), New York, NY 10017, Memorial forms will be available at the Dagon Funeral Home.

6 Responses to “Rose S. Conine”

  1. Joe Aini Jr. says:

    My sympathy to Alan, Andy, Charlie and your families. It’s been many years since your life on Riverside Place! Remembering your mom (and your dad) with many fond memories of swimming in your backyard pool, building snow forts, wooden nickels, and, of course, the fish store in the back of the house. Thinking of you at this sad time.

  2. Kim Wood says:

    I am so sorry to hear about Rose. I have many special memories of days at her Adsit Street home…usually playing cards and eating. She always welcomed my children and I…anytime. thinking of you all with love and prayers…. Love always..Kim

  3. Suzanne Blakeslee says:

    Dear Alan, Andy, and Charlie and your families. I’m so sorry to hear about your mothers passing.

    She was such a nice lady. My family bought fish from your parents and they were always pleasant and we enjoyed visiting with them.

    Sincerely,
    Steve & Suzanne Blakeslee

  4. Marcia Clarke says:

    Heartfelt condolences to you, Andy and Kathy, and your families.

    Sincerely,
    Bruce and Marcia Clarke

  5. Janice Clancy says:

    My condolences to the family. Charlie I am so sorry so for loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely,
    Janice, Alex, & Scott (661-6666)

  6. John Avery says:

    Rose was such a sweet lady. I always enjoyed sitting with her playing bingo and just visiting at the IOOF. She will be greatly missed. My condolences to the family. Sorry for your loss.