It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rosa Ho, who passed away peacefully with her family by her side at The Ottawa Hospital, General Campus on Tuesday, January 23, 2024; she was 95 years old.
Rosa was the beloved wife of Benedict for 67 years, cherished mother of Marie (late Rick Pittuck), Anne, Peter (Giovanna Valente), Kathleen (Gary Illmann), Christine (Robert Gelfand) and Josie (Anthony Costantini), and proud Nana of Michaela, Andrew, Adrianna (Jesse Holder), Caroline, Jonathan and Lauren.
Friends and family may pay their respects on Sunday, January 28, 2024 at Beechwood Cemetery (280 Beechwood Ave, Ottawa, ON) from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
A funeral mass followed by a reception will take place on Monday, January 29, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Divine Infant Catholic Church (6658 Bilberry Dr., Orleans, ON).
As an expression of sympathy, please consider a donation to The Ottawa Hospital Foundation in Rosa’s memory.
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Mr & Mrs Frank Arnone
Pat and Sharron Bowie
Mrs. Ho was a great lady, and much-loved wife, mother and grandmother. Even though she lived a full and wonderful life, it doesn’t make it any easier to say goodbye. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Antonietta Mariani
Dearest Christine and family,
Our sincere condolences on the loss of your loving mom.
Unfortunately , we are away, and we will not be able to attend the wake and funeral mass.
We will be in touch once we’re home.
Our prayers are with all of you.
Be strong, God Bless.
Antonietta & Mario Mariani
Chris, James, Mei & Marc Peris
Deepest condolences to all.. Grand Auntie Rosa will be missed by all of us here ! Hugs and love to all!
Mary and Massimino Valente
,Please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of your beloved ,wife , mother and grandmother. Wishing you comfort and peace during this difficult time .We will pray for Rose and the family.
Angelina Tangredi
My sincere condolences to all the family. I had the privilege of meeting Mrs.Ho on a few occasions and I will always remember her smile and her kind words.
Angie Tangredi
Luz Jacob
About two months of being one of her caregivers, I can tell Rosa Ho had a good sense of humor! She usually made a facial expression of delight, by raising her eyebrows, or a slight smile! I remember the evening we were watching from her window ...the snowfall, and METRO, and the long buses that run along Beechwood. I informed her that there is one bus stop right in front of her building. To which, she made that wide eyed expression like almost saying" how convenient". Almost to the end, she wanted to keep her dignity. Admirable. One life lived. She was blessed with a loving family. Rest in peace, Mama Rosa Ho.
Nicole and Sean O’Neill
Our condolences Josie and Tony. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Denis & Anne Belanger
Our most profound condolences Brother Ben, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
FN Reynolds Assembly 1670
Cedric, Carlotta and Sophia
Thinking of all of you at this difficult time. May happy memories with your dear wife/mom/grandma Rosa bring you all some comfort. Rest in Peace Rosa.
Our deepest sympathy to the Family during this difficult time. Rosa was a wonderful person. She will be in my prayers. 🙏