Rose Arbucci

Rose Arbucci, 64 years of age, a resident of Sun Valley, California, passed away on Friday, February 15, 2013 at Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center in Burbank, California.

Rose was born on August 30, 1948 in Avella, Italy to Giuseppe and Pasqualina Arbucci. Rose is survived by her loving Mother Pasqualina, her loving Brothers Giovanni and Sabatino, and her loving Nephews Joseph and Gianni. Rose's Father, Giuseppe Arbucci, preceded her in death.

After immigrating to the United States in 1958, Rose and her family settled in Los Angeles, California in 1961. She graduated from Belmont high school in June of 1967 and went on to become certified in court reporting. Rose worked as an executive assistant in the legal field and was employed by the law firm of Blecher & Collins for 38 years.

Rose had an enormous heart and was generous beyond words. She had a passion for helping others and dedicated her life to her family and friends. She was always happiest when surrounded by her family. Rose loved children and animals and contributed to a number of charities to ensure children would always smile and animals were always protected. She will always be deeply loved and truly missed.

Rose's Rosary is from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m., Sunday February 24, 2013 at Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills, Old North Church. The funeral and committal services will follow the next day at 12:00 p.m. on Monday February 25, 2013, also at Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills, Old North Church.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Smile Train Foundation, St. Jude Children's Hospital, Children's Hospital (Los Angeles), The Make a Wish Foundation, ASPCA, and Doctors Without Borders.