Rosalie Dunkin passed away on Friday, November 6th surrounded by her two devoted children. Rosalie lived a vibrant, fearless life defined by her extraordinary strength, boundless devotion to family, and a rare ability to find humor in every situation. In her early career, she poured her heart into shaping young minds as a dedicated teacher, setting a foundation of care and connection that would define the rest of her life, whether she was out shopping with her beloved cousin or simply ensuring she was an active, loving presence in every room she entered. Loved deeply by everyone who had the privilege to meet her, Rosalie was quick-witted, fiercely loyal, and unfailingly spunky, facing every twist of life with an unforgettable grit that taught us all how to fight like hell for the people and moments that matter most.

Beloved mother of Randy Dunkin and his wife, Barbara; Rosemary Fiore and her husband, Victor; and her late son Ronald Dunkin. Rosalie was a loving grandmother to her eight grandchildren and cherished seeing her legacy grow through their beautiful families and her 14 beautiful great-grandchildren. Anthony Dunkin and wife Carmella, Angela Correa and husband Rich, Randy Dunkin, Teresa Mastrioanni and husband Paul, Joseph Stolzenberg and wife Kristina, Nicholas Stolzenberg and wife Devin, Carmelina Wagner and husband Matthew, and Vincent Dunkin. 

“When this day is over, and we go our separate ways, your love will forever blossom in our lives”

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 9 AM to 11 AM at the Frech-McKnight Funeral Home, 161 Washington Avenue, Dumont,  The Funeral Mass will follow at 11:30 AM at St. Mary’s R.C. Church, 280 Washington Avenue, Dumont.  Interment at Brookside Cemetery, 425 Engle Street, Englewood.