Rose Elizabeth Bikulege

Age 81, of Beechview, formerly of Hays. On Monday, January 28, 2019. Daughter of the late Angelo and Nicoleta Bracco (Martella); loving mother of Joanne R. Bikulege, Joseph S. Bikulege, and Judith M. Bikulege Surovec (David); sister of Elizabeth Turner (Tom), and the late Michael Bracco (Dorothy); survived by many nieces and nephews and special friends. Rose was active in the ISDA for many years. She was a passionate and dedicated volunteer at the annual Kennywood event for children and young adults with special needs. Rose was an excellent baker and enjoyed cooking for everyone. She would turn a trip to the grocery store into a social event and delighted all of whom she chatted with. Rose had a strong faith, an acute memory, and a generous heart. She was a huge Pittsburgh Penguins and Steelers fan and enjoyed listening to opera music. Rose will be truly missed and remembered as a special spirit that delighted everyone she met. On behalf of the family, they would like to thank all medical staff and personnel that treated and cared for Rose over the years. Family and friends welcomed Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp. 15220. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Catherine of Siena Church, 1810 Belasco Ave., Pgh., PA 15216 on Monday, February 4, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. Family and friends please meet at church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Patient Care Programs, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center at UPMC Mercy, 412-623-4700.