Rose Ann (Cioffi) Mattice

Rose Ann (Cioffi) Mattice, 91, passed gracefully into the arms of our Lord on October 9, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. Born and raised in Gloversville, Rose Ann’s great grandparents were among the first Italian settlers in the city, operating a fruit and vegetable market located at West Fulton and Orchard Streets. Rose Ann was one of three sisters and a devout Catholic parishioner at the Church of the Holy Spirit (formerly Mt. Carmel), Gloversville. Born to Audino and Louise (Rao) Cioffi, she was a 1949 Gloversville High School graduate and a “Twirler” in the Gloversville Marching Band. She loved her family, home cooking, sewing, gardening and connecting regularly with her much beloved grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends. In the words of her friend, Marcia Tierney, “Rose Ann was a gem and a jewel of a person who left her corner of the world better than she found it.” She worked for many years at DECCA Records, Continental Mills, Johnstown Hospital, and fifteen years as a bookkeeper for Thomas Eagan, MD. After retirement, she committed herself to physical fitness, working out with Toni Simon, then joining “Fit Happens;” an exercise group providing her with great enjoyment, sustained health and longstanding friendships. Predeceased by her parents and her sister, Mary Donati, Rose Ann is survived by her husband of 67 years, Donald W. Mattice (whom she met while both worked at DECCA); and her sister, Josephine Rowe. Rose Ann’s other survivors include her daughter, Debra (Terry Harding) and sons John, Matthew and Timothy; grandchildren, Taylor and Terence Harding and Marriana Mattice; special family friend, Beth Mowrey; and many nieces and nephews. Special thanks are extended to Nathan Littauer Hospital Emergency room and Intensive Care Unit staff for their support and comfort during Rose Ann’s final hours. Recognition is also extended to Akber Hassam, MD; Charles Peterson, MD; and Lisa Temoshok, MHC for their stellar professional care. Rose Ann also appreciated the quality goods and great customer service routinely rendered from Gloversville businesses, especially Bowman’s Market, Rauch Bakery, Naif’s Grocery, and Al’s Pizzeria, providing special services and human kindness throughout Rose Ann’s twilight years. Private funeral services were conducted by Rose’s grandson, Reverend Terence Harding. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Rose Ann Mattice’s name to the Church of the Holy Spirit at 159 South Main Street, Gloversville 12078. Online condolences may be shared at www.amicofuneralhome.com.