Rose Ann Sofia Leaves a Legacy of Love

Rose Ann Sofia, 86, of Scarsdale, New York, passed away peacefully at home on February 18, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on February 13, 1940, in Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada. Rose Ann was the beloved daughter of Elizabeth Taber. She was raised with strong family values; kindness, resilience, faith, and unwavering devotion to those she loved, which guided her throughout her life.

Rose Ann shared 51 devoted years of marriage with her beloved husband, John. Together they created a home filled with warmth, laughter, and enduring love. She was a proud and loving mother to Cara Mildé (Toby) and Amy Sofia Biondi (Mike), and a cherished grandmother to Fletcher, Quinn, Elizabeth, Brooke, and Johnny. Her grandchildren were the light of her life and her greatest joy. Rose Ann is also survived by her treasured cousins of the Clements family.

Known for her quick wit, generous heart, and steadfast loyalty, Rose Ann was a source of strength and encouragement to family and friends. She worked for many years as a trader at Bond House, R.W. Pressprich & Co., where she earned the respect and admiration of her colleagues. Leaving Wall Street to raise her daughters, she and John moved to Scarsdale, NY where they built a life for more than forty-five years. Rose Ann devoted herself wholeheartedly to her family and her parish community at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. She volunteered tirelessly at Edgewood Elementary School, the Girl Scouts of America, and served on numerous community committees, always giving her time with cheerful smiles and enthusiasm.

Rose Ann loved nothing more than gathering friends and family around a table overflowing with food and laughter. An exceptional cook, she had a remarkable gift for bringing people together, and her gregarious laugh, accompanied by the unmistakable twinkle in her hazel eyes, will be fondly remembered. Rose Ann’s love and legacy will live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.

Visiting hours will be held on Monday, February 23rd from 3:00-7:00 p.m. at Bennett Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Tuesday, February 24th, at 10:00 a.m. with interment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Family and friends are warmly invited to attend and celebrate her beautiful life.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Rose Ann’s memory to Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corps https://www.scarsdalevac.com/donate SVAC P.O. Box 92 Scarsdale, NY 10583 (914) 722-2288