Josephine Rotella Rites

The funeral service for Josephine Rotella, 98, of Rutland, who died Jan. 31, 2013, was held Saturday, Feb. 9, at St. Peter Church in Rutland.

Officiating was the Rev. Thomas Houle, pastor.

Burial will be at a later date in Calvary Cemetery.

Elise Cassarino was the vocalist. John Riddle was the organist.

Bearers were Gary, William, Michael and Dylan Rotella, Steve, Sean and Kyle Ballard.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Rutland Area Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice, 7 Albert Cree Drive, Rutland, VT 05701; Mount St. Joseph Academy Rotella Scholarship Fund, 127 Convent Ave., Rutland, VT 05701; Sicilian-American Society Scholarship Fund, PO Box 6494, Rutland, VT 05702-6494.

Arrangements were under the direction of the Clifford Funeral Home in Rutland.