Mrs. Irene I. Rose

NORTH ATTLEBORO- Irene I. Rose, 80, of North Attleboro and formerly of Attleboro, passed away on Friday, September 15, at her residence, surrounded by her beloved family. She was the loving wife to Francis D. Rose of North Attleboro, whom she was married to for 60 wonderful years.

Born on December 23, 1936, in Attleboro, she was the devoted daughter of the late James and Edith (LeBrun) Rogers. Irene grew up in Attleboro and graduated from Attleboro High School with the class of 1955. She lived in Attleboro until 1965, which is when she moved to North Attleboro.

Irene was employed with the L.G. Balfour Company as an enamel charger. She worked for 42 years at the company, until her well-deserved retirement in 1998.

She was a longtime communicant of St. Marks Church in North Attleboro.

In her spare time, Irene enjoyed travelling and winning many games of Bingo at the YMCA of North Attleboro. However, her favorite activity was spending time and creating memories with her treasured friends and family.

In addition to her husband, Irene is survived by her devoted daughter Cindy Rose and her son Glenn Rose and his wife Linda, all of North Attleboro.

Irene was predeceased by her two sons, Barry and Brian Rose, whom she will be laid to rest with.

Visitation and burial are respectfully omitted.