"I never met Rosina, but new about her through my cherished friendship with her son Greg. What a talented, accomplished and beautiful person! Bless you, Rosina, and my heartfelt sympathies are offered for Greg, Elissa, David, Greta and Janne. Sadly and sincerely, Ted Croll"
In loving memory of
Rosina D. Gore
September 30, 1921 - August 31, 2012
Rosina D. Gore, 90, died Friday, August 31, 2012 at her home in Ambler, PA.
Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Nicola and Elisa (nee DiLullo) DiLullo. Mrs. Gore was preceded in death by her husband Eugene F. Gore in 1985.
She was a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania in 1941 with a degree in French and Education and was a member of the Chi Omega Sorority. She received her Master's degree from Villanova University in 1966 in Spanish Literature.
Rosina started her Opera Career as a Soloist with the Philadelphia Lyric Opera from 1957 to 1965 and performed with the Miami Opera, The Philadelphia Little Lyric Opera Theater and the Theater of the Living Arts. She began her second career of Teaching at Gwynedd Mercy Academy from 1963 to 1973 where she taught Spanish and from 1974 to 1986 in the Philadelphia Public Schools where she taught in the English as a second language program prior to her retirement in 1986. She mentored many aspiring musicians in the Ambler Area for over 35 years.
Mrs. Gore was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Church in Ambler where she served as the Music Director for over 20 years prior to her retirement in 1996. She served on the board of directors of the Ambler Symphony and was a member of the American Federation of Teachers.
Rosina is the devoted mother of David E. Gore of Orange, CA, Gregory J. Gore of Doylestown, PA and Elissa M. Gore New York, NY. Rosina is the loving grandmother of Greta Matzner-Gore and Janne Matzner-Gore both of New York, NY.
Relatives and Friends may call Saturday September 15, 2012 from 9:30 to 10:30 AM at St. Anthony of Padua Church 259 Forest Ave., Ambler, PA 19002 with a Funeral Mass at 10: 30 AM with the Rev. Msgr. Stephen McHenry as Celebrant. Interment will be in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Cheltenham.
Remembrances in her name to St. Anthony of Padua Church's Music Ministry, at the above address would be appreciated by the family.
Tributes may be made at www.UrbanFuneralHome.com
Tributes
"I first came to know Mrs. Gore as a chid when I would visit with my Aunt Connie and Uncle Bob who lived across the street from "Rosina". She had a lovely smile and wonderful laugh. I thought she was so exotic and talented. Later, she was my Spanish teacher at GMA. She was a sweet lady and I am blessed to have known her. I would like to express my heartfelt condolances to her family. Lisa (DeClerico) Spurlock Bethlehem, PA "
"I am so sorry to know of the passing of Mrs. Gore. I have fond memories of her from Gwynedd- Mercy Academy and will continue to remember her when visiting with her daughter, Elissa, who was my classmate. Also, I know Mrs. Gore from St. Anthony's where she sang at many many of our family events. One of my cousins wrote of her passing, "God bless her, she was a part of our family". "
"Mrs. Gore was a dear teacher and an inspiration as an opera singer. I participated in chorus and the school musicals while at GMA and we were all amazed when she performed operatic vocals during our assemblies. I am thrilled that she had a happy, productive, long life.I remember her fondly."
"I am sorry to hear about the passing of Mrs. Gore - but so glad she enjoyed such a long life. I knew her from St. Anthony's church where I would hear her operatic voice at mass each Sunday. Then I was lucky enough to have her as a Spanish teacher for 2 years at GMA. She was great. My condolences to the family."
"I was so sorry to hear of Mrs. Gore's passing. I remember her with fondness from Gwynedd Mercy Academy where she introduced me to "live" opera with a presentation of 'Madam Butterfly' Barbara W. Lowry Class of 1970 Gwynedd Mercy Academy"