EPPOLITO - Rose J. (nee Gumina) of North Collins, NY passed away January 8, 2021 at the age of 91 in the Aaron Manor Nursing Center Fairport, NY; from complications of the covid virus. Predeceased by beloved husband Anthony Eppolito, and parents Phillip and Frances (nee Varisco) Gumina. Loving mother of Gary (Carolyn) Eppolito of Springville, NY, Rosemary (Mark) Ackerman of Haymarket,Virgina, Daniel (Katie) Eppolito of Fairport, NY, and Karen (late Jerome) Eppolito. Dearest grandmother of Anthony W. Eppolito, Amy Eppolito Braker, Brian Eppolito, Katie Eppolito, Kristina Eppolito, Sarah Ackerman, Emily Eppolito, Marissa Stibil, Megan McCormack, Gabrielle Eppolito and twelve great grandchildren. Also predeceased by beloved grandson Richard Ackerman and siblings Grace (Ignatius) Gumina, Josephine Umino, Ignatius Gumina, Anthony Gumina, and William (late Jackie) Gumina. Rosie left behind many close friends including special friend Shelly Figel Montaldi and was a retiree of North Collins Central School. Member of the North Collins Senior Citizens and parishioner of Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Church. Due to current restrictions, there is no visitation. A grave side service will be held at Holy Spirt Cemetery Monday January 11 ^th at 11AM followed by a Celebration of Life this summer. Arrangements by Wentland Funeral Home North Collins, NY and online condolences may be offered at www.wentlandfuneralhome.com. If desired, memorials may be made to the Eden North Collins Food Pantry 2059 Franklin St., North Collins, NY 14111.