Rose M. Horton
- Feb 22
- 2 min read
Updated: Feb 24
1940 - 2026
OBITUARY:
Rose Horton, a life-long Village of Wappingers Falls resident, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026 at The Pines at Poughkeepsie Center for Nursing; at the age of 85. She was born on September 20, 1940 in Wappingers Falls, NY daughter of the late Nicholas & Sarah (Trepepi) Francese. Rose attended and graduated from Wappinger Central Schools.
On September 14, 1963, she married Louis I Horton, who predeceased her on December 10, 2017; after 54 years of marriage.
Rose loved the New York Yankees, Star Trek and David Hasselhoff, but most of all her family. She dedicated herself to her work as an insurance broker, and served proudly as President of the Federation of New York Insurance Professionals. Rose was also involved in the Village of Wappingers Baseball Program, where she served as a Senior League Manager, for many years.
Rose leaves behind to cherish her memory, her three sons, David F. Horton and his wife Eileen Travis Horton; John F. Horton and his wife Rachael Morphet; Louis B. Horton and his wife Kerri Horton. She is also survived by her 9 grandchildren, Alex Morphet , Dylan Morphet and his wife Courtney, Kayley Karpisz and husband Ryan, Patricia Horton and partner Roy, Michael Kostecke, Megan Morphet, Nicole, Alex and wife Brianna Horton, Zachary and wife Erica Horton; her 13 Great Grandchildren, Peyton, Bionca, Kirsten, Ethan, Aidin, Stacia, Benjamin Eli, Lyle, Gabriel, Jasmine, Fordham, Alexander Jr. and Parker. Rose is survived by her older brother Frank Francese and his wife Ruth; sister-in-law Jean Francese.
Along with her parents and her husband, Rose was predeceased by her older brothers Joseph, Vincent and Nicholas Francese.
Her Family will gather with Friends on Friday, February 27th from 5-7pm at DELEHANTY FUNERAL HOME, 64 East Main Street, Wappingers Falls, where a prayer service will be held. Interment will be private at discretion and convenience of her family. To offer a message of condolence or share a fond memory, please visit: www.DelehantyFuneral.com
VISITATION:
Friday, February 27 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Delehanty Funeral Home 64 East Main Street, Wappingers Falls, NY
PRAYER SERVICE:
Friday, February 27
5:30 PM
Delehanty Funeral Home
64 East Main Street, Wappingers Falls, NY
PRIVATE INTERMENT:
at the discretion of her family...
it is with great sadness to hear about the passing of this great lady. I had the pleasure to work with Rose at the Village Elections for many years,. She was a loving , truly kind woman with an amazing sense of humor. Smart, funny., full of love and stories to be shared. My heart goes out to all of her family (in-laws and outlaws!) Although I hadn't spoken to her in a bit, it'll never negate the many wonderful conversations we had through the years. She was a friend of my families even before I was born. Bless her and all that had the chance to share time with her in life and now in death. Raise some laughter…
Rose was a very special lady. I had the honor and pleasure of meeting her at our grandson's wedding ceremony. We bonded very quickly and talked together for hours like we were life long friends. She visited with our family for Christmas and made it a very special occasion. Rose will be missed by everyone who ever knew her. Rest in peace Rose.
Rose was a great community activist.It was a pleasure umpiring for her in the old Village baseball program.Prayers for her family.