Rose Illene Burtis Greco
October 12, 1929 ~ October 8, 2012
SCARBOROUGH - Rose I. Greco, 82, of Bay Street (formerly of Cape Elizabeth) died Monday, October 8, 2012 at Maine Medical Center following a brief illness. Her loving family was by her side. Rose was born in Pueblo, Colorado on October 12, 1929 the daughter of Wallace C. and Florence Menor Burtis. She graduated from Pueblo Catholic High School and attended the University of Northern Colorado. In 1953 she married Dr. Edward A. Greco Jr. and shortly thereafter they moved to Maine, where they made their home and raised their family. Rose worked by her husband's side, managing his office and doing the books for the entire time he had his family medical practice in Portland. After working all day she took great pride in going home to continue her management skills at their home, raising their seven children. Rose loved caring for her home and family, it was the most important part of her life. A deeply spiritual woman, Rose had a strong faith and was a longtime communicant of Holy Cross Church in South Portland and St. Bartholomew in Cape Elizabeth. Rose is survived by her husband of fifty nine years Dr. Edward Greco Jr. of Scarborough, five daughters, Carol Rose Flannigan of Arizona, Jude Greco of Nevada, Louisa Greco and her husband Quinbert Tse of Montreal, Canada, Katherine and James Troiano of South Portland, Christine and her husband Joseph Caresio of Missouri; two sons, Edward A. the III and his wife Anita Greco of Columbia, South Carolina, Thomas J. Greco and his wife Sally Williams of Biddeford, ME; a brother Wallace and his wife Joni Burtis of Pueblo, Colorado; nine grandchildren; Jennifer Rose Flannigan, Phillip Greco, Ryan Greco, Stefani Greco, Nicholas Troiano, Sam Troiano, Joseph Caresio, John Caresio, Vivian Rose Caresio and one great grandchild; Jayden Rose Flannigan and several nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, October 11, 2012 at 10:30am at Holy Cross Church, corner of Broadway and Cottage Road. Burial will be private in Calvary Cemetery, South Portland. Arrangements are under the direction of Conroy-Tully Crawford Funeral Homes Cremation Services. Those who wish may make contributions in Rose's memory to : St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, PO Box 1000, Memphis, TN 38148-0142.Online condolences may be expressed below.
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Rose was my mother-in law in my first marriage to Ed. Rose was a wonderful mother-in law, a beautiful person in every way. Rose was very gracious and supportive parent. The Greco’s continued to employ my brother David, long after our divorce which was kind. I am sorry to hear about her passing. Rose left a legacy to the Greco name with such an abundant family, and her many grandchildren. She will be fondly remembered for generations to come. My blessings to the Greco family, children and grandchildren at her passing.
– Debra Messinger (formerly Greco)
I was sorry to hear of Mrs Greco’s passing. She was always very pleasent when I was a patient at her husbands office. My condolences to Dr Greco and his family.
– Peter Concannon
My sincere condolences to Dr. Greco and the entire Greco family. Mrs. Greco was a wonderful warm woman and a great friend to my parents for many years and has left a great legacy in her family. I hope the fond memories I have of her during my youth along with your personal memories help confort you all now during this trying time. God Bless her and all of you- Joe Gallant Jr.
– Joe Gallant Jr.
sorry to hear of your mothers passing.my deepest sympathy to the greco family
– timmy cook
I am so sorry for your loss. Treasure your memories and special times you had with her. They will give you comfort. Sometimes we do not understand God’s plan but remember she is still with you all. She will be watching over you. If you need anything, do not hesitate to call. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sue Lambert
– Kathy and Family
Greco Family, so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Greco was an amazing woman,she was definetly the back bone of the family. Kathy, i will be keeping you and yours in my prayers love you.
– chrissy wood
Tom, I wish to send my condolences to you and your father with regards to your mother’s passing. I met you years and years ago when you were a law student studying in the library at Mercy Hospital. I remember talking with you about your years in the military. My sister recently passed away after a long battle with cancer. Her name was Stephanie M. Dario which is why I am on this website. Condolences are still trickling in. It is difficult to lose one so close but we must remember the journey is not over for the rest of us. I hope you and your father are doing well and will remain strong. With Best Wishes.
– Marie Philbrick
our heart goes out to you and your whole family jim bus 17.i only knew your mother inlaw for a very short time but she was sweet and pleasant.she will be dearly missed by many.so sorry for your loss my friend.
– terri and peter hernandez
We were so sorry to read about your Mother’s passing, although she and Dr. Greco had just moved back to Bay St., we feel the Greco family has been part of our summer lives for several years. We have always enjoyed having their family next door and watching them grow. Our prayers are with all of you.
– Dave & Carmen Clifford
HOW SAD IT IS TO LOOSE A PART OF OUR LIVES BUT WE MUST REMEMBER THAT GOD’S WILL IS IN THE LONG RUN FOR THE BEST. LET US TRUST IN THE LORD AND HIS ININITE WISDOM. Hi Ed, Have tried to call several times but unable to make connection. Maybe because my phone line comes up unknown. God’s will be done and you can only trust in the Lord and hiswisdom. REmember that the lord is with you and still quides your foosteps. In Friendship. Bob Mourning
– Bob Mourning
Tom, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing that your mother is at peace and will continue to live on through you all.
– Jason & Aimee Martel
She was a beautiful and wonderful lady. A friend of my family for as long as I can remember. My condolences to the kids and my heart felt thoughts and prayers to Dr. Greco.
– Jay Burke
We were so sorry to hear about your mother. Our condolences to all of the family at this difficult time. She will be missed greatly. Our deepest sympathy.
– Jerry and Susan Garrity
We extend our deepest sympathy to the Greco family at this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May you find comfort in your wonderful memories of her devotion to each of you.
– Bill & Barbara Williams