STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Looks like Rose Marino is following in the footsteps of famous folks with names like George Burns, Rose Kennedy, Bob and Dolores Hope, and Elizabeth the "Queen Mum," just to mention a few.
Let it be noted that the former Rose Navarino officially made her debut into the world on Dec. 29, 1913, making her six months' shy of her 100th birthday. And word has reached this desk that family members and friends traveled to San Rafael, Calif., June 29 to commemorate Rose's milestone.
A total of 60 guests, 30 of them native Staten Islanders or longtime borough residents, were on hand to applaud Rose on her rich and awe-inspiring life.
Interestingly, two of Rose's cousins who are familiar to many ? and who still reside on the Island ? are Maria Bonamo, our source, and Fran Hogan.
The birthday bash was hosted by Rose's son, Frank, and his wife, Marie, who are residents of San Rafael.
Proud to be a native Islander, Rose was born in New Brighton, where she lived for 80 years and raised her family.
For a number of years the "birthday girl" worked in the laundry of the former Staten Island Hospital in Tompkinsville so that her sons, Frank and John, could attend Manhattan College.
However, in 1993, Rose chose to relocate to San Rafael, where she's been a popular and beloved resident of Nazareth House ? and where copies of the Advance appear so that she can keep abreast of the myriad events on her beloved Island.
Known to all for her quick wit and infectious laughter, the illustrious senior travels the corridors with the assistance of a walker, which carries a sign that reads: "Native Staten Islander ... Out of my way!"
What's more, during her birthday celebration, Rose invited her guests back to San Rafael to celebrate her 105th birthday milestone in the year 2018!
Happy birthday, dear Rose!
THRIFT SHOP SALE
If the summer haze, heat and humidity have you down, locals may want to perk up at a cool "Bag Sale" at the Tottenville Thrift Shop.
From now through Aug. 12, customers can pay just $20 to fill a 33-gallon bag with anything in the store, according to Maria Morio, shop president.
The shop carries gently used women's, men's and children's clothing, shoes, housewares, books, knick-knacks and a "potpourri of products" at discount prices, she adds.
The Tottenville Thrift Shop is staffed and managed by volunteers. All proceeds benefit the Staten Island Mental Health Society's services for Island children with special needs and their families. Located at 233 Main St., the shop is open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
For additional information, call 718-984-7439 during store hours.
CELEBRATIONS
The best of birthdays today to State Supreme Court Justice Philip G. Minardo, who shares birthday wishes with Sandra Zummo, Nicole Palumbo, Linda Vinciguerra of Linda Lingerie Boutique, Tottenville, Robert Schnell, Dante Joseph Ciaramella, who turns 5, Anthony Accardi, Josh Recio and Charlie Bernardi.
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