Rose M. Gallovic

ROSE M. GALLOVIC (nee Spehar) age 98, beloved wife of the late Anthony W: loving mother of the late Cecelia Ann Chambers and mother-in-law of Christopher M. Chambers (wife Kellie); devoted grandmother of Colin C. Chambers; cherished daughter of the late Adam and Anna (nee Lubic) Spehar; dearest sister of Anne B. Skillen (husband James, deceased) and the late Victor Spehar (wife Lois, deceased); dear aunt, great-aunt and godmother of many.

Rose was born on October 10, 1928, in Cleveland and was a proud graduate of East High School, Class of 1946. She enjoyed her career as a commercial bookkeeper and cherished her role as a homemaker. She found great joy in maintaining her home gardens.

A devoted Cleveland Browns fan, she was a longtime member of St Paul Croatian Parish, St John of the Cross Parish (St. Felicitas), and more recently St John Neumann Parish.

Rose was a humble, kind, and quiet woman who lived with a grateful heart. She leaves behind a beautiful legacy of devotion, selflessness, and unwavering love for her family and her faith. She will be dearly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Rose to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Altenheim Senior Living, 18627 Shurmer Rd., Strongsville, OH 44136.

Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 16721 Pearl Rd, Strongsville at 11AM. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Rose at THE CHURCH, WEDNESDAY MORNING 10-11AM. Cremation following mass with a private burial at All Souls Cemetery. Online obituary, guestbook, & order flowers at www.DeJohnCares.com.