GROEL – Ruth Rose of East Meadow, NY on September 29, 2016 at the age of 94. Beloved wife of the late John. Loving mother of Barbara (Linda), John (Carolyn), William (Valerie), Mary Nanos (Thomas), Margaret, and Linda Hanan (Frank). Cherished by her 18 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren and one on the way. Adored and cared for by Anita Riley. Family will receive friends Friday, 2-5 pm and 7-9 pm, at the Charles J. O’Shea Funeral Home: 603 Wantagh Ave (Exit 28N SS PKWY) Wantagh, NY. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, 11:00 am, at St. Raphael R.C. Church East Meadow, NY. Interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery Coram, NY. www.osheafuneral.com