Obituary of Rose Austin
Passed away peacefully with family by her side, in London, Ontario, on Wednesday, September 11, 2019, Mary Rosaline Austin of Ailsa Craig, at the age of 85. Rose was born to the late Peter Henry and Catharine Agnes Martell (née McGrath) on September 10, 1934 in Arichat, Nova Scotia. Rose was married to the late Gerald Blake Anthony Austin for 63 years. They were married in Halifax, Nova Scotia on February 19, 1955 in St. Mary’s Basilica. After raising her five children, Rose worked as a nurse in CraigHolme Nursing Home in Ailsa Craig. She is survived by her five children: Richard, Peter, James, John and Natalie; her ten grandchildren: Christopher, Michael, Andrew, Keri-Lynn, Mitchell, Danielle, Kaitlyn, Ashley, Chantelle, and Anthony; and her three great-grandchildren: Daphne, Abel, and Gannon. Rose was predeceased by her twin, Peter Henry Martell, and her sisters, Ethel and Lucille of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. Her life was focused on faith, family and friends and service to others. Rose loved to cook and entertain her loved ones, especially on holidays and special occasions. She loved music of many genres, whether it was Elvis, Engelbert Humperdinck, Perry Como, Dean Martin or Down East jigs and reels. Rose’s special gift was imparting her strength, love and strong faith to others, especially her family. She had indefatigable spirit and inspired all who shared her life’s journey. Special expression of gratitude from all the family, to the London University Hospital Acute Stroke doctors and nurses, who exemplified the noblest qualities of medical professionalism and diligence, in caring for Rose Austin. A memorial service will be conducted at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London on Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 1:30 p.m., with visitation one hour prior. Interment at Woodland Cemetery, followed by a Celebration of Life at HERMITAGE CLUB, 1040 Commissioners Road West, London from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada would be appreciated.
