Rosie Antonissen

          It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rosie Jean Antonissen, who passed away on November 3, 2026, at the age of 49.

          Born in London, Ontario, Rose spent her entire life in Tillsonburg, the town she called home.  It was there that she built her life, raised her family, and made countless memories along the way.

          Rose had a way of making an impact on everyone she met.  Although tiny in stature - she had the biggest heart.  Her selflessness knew no limits. She was the kind of person who would put others before herself without a second thought.  If someone needed something, Rose would find a way to make it happen - even if it meant going without herself.

          Giving came so naturally to her, and making others feel loved was simply who she was.  Naturally, this led her to attend Fanshawe college and to graduate from the Personal Support Worker program.  This was something that Rose was very proud of.  It was a career that reflected so much of who she was: compassionate, caring, and always willing to lend a hand.

          Above all else, Rose was a devoted mother to her two sons, Michael and Jordan, and a loving grandmother to Sophie.  As a single mother, she faced life’s challenges with strength and determination, never allowing her hardships to take away from the love, attention, and dedication she gave her family.  Her sons were at the center of her world, and the love she gave them will remain with them always.

          She also leaves behind her father, her brothers and sisters, extended family, and many dear friends whose lives were made better by having her in them.

          Rose was resilient, a fighter, a caregiver, but above all, a lover.  She found happiness in life’s simple moments.  Whether it was sitting with her ever-present cup of coffee, turning up her favourite loud music (Def Leppard), or spending time with family, she didn’t need anything extraordinary to be happy.  It never really mattered what everyone was doing; what mattered was that we were together.

          Rose leaves behind a legacy of kindness, generosity, strength, and unconditional love.  The countless lives she touched will carry a piece of her with them, and the warmth she brought into this world will never be forgotten.

          1-4-3.

          Three numbers, a lifetime of love, and a message that will forever hold a special place in the hearts of those who knew what it meant.

Forever loved.  Forever missed.  Never forgotten.

Wareing Cremation Services, 161 Broadway St., Tillsonburg, Ontario has been entrusted with Final Arrangements.  Your messages of remembrance and condolence may be shared here at www.wareingcremation.ca