Rosemarie Mondello, 77, of Lincroft, passed away peacefully Sept. 16, 2024, surrounded by loving family. She was born Sept. 1, 1947, in Brooklyn to Adam and Catherine (DeMola) Legeno. She lived in Lincroft for the majority of her life with her family and loving husband, Richard.
Rosemarie graduated from Lafayette High School, Class of 1965 and then continued her education at New York City Community College, graduating with an Associate Degree in applied science. She then started her career as an executive legal secretary at a prominent Madison Avenue international law firm in Manhattan. After a few years of working, Rosemarie left to devote her time to caring for her children as a stay-at-home mother.
Rosemarie loved her family immensely and was a devoted sister, wife, mother and grandmother. Her home was filled with laughter, warmth and cherished memories. Rosemarie shared a special bond with her sister, Jennifer Legeno, that was marked by love, laughter and unwavering support.
Rosemarie and Richard shared 54 years of marriage and created a beautiful life, bringing joy and happiness to those around them. As a mother, she took great joy in her children, supporting and celebrating their milestones. She also lived to spoil her grandchildren with love, special treats and unforgettable moments.
Rosemarie especially loved gardening, birds and spending time with friends and family. She loved nurturing plants and flowers and spent hours turning her yard into a vibrant retreat. She also loved caring for and watching all the birds who would come to visit her garden. Rosemarie’s garden created a special oasis for all who entered it. Whether it was lunch with her friends, pedicures with her daughters or hosting a house full of people, she enjoyed socializing with loved ones and making everyone laugh with her sense of humor.
Rosemarie’s loving, caring, and kind heart will be forever missed by all of the lives she touched.
Rosemarie was preceded in death by her parents; her father and mother-in-law, Gus and Marie Mondello; and her brother-in-law Robert Mondello.
Rosemarie is survived by her sister Jennifer; husband Richard; sons Robert and Joseph Mondello; daughters Jennifer Mondello and Lisa Annicchiarico; son-in-law Robert Annicchiarico; and her three grandchildren, Joseph and Grace Mondello and Blake Annicchiarico.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. Sept. 27 at St. James Church, Red Bank, NJ. A memorial visitation will be held from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the church prior to Mass.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Rosemarie’s memory to be sent to the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Memorial Home, Red Bank.
The article originally appeared in the September 26 – October 2, 2024 print edition of The Two River Times.
