Rosa I. Colon

With great sadness and profound love, we announce the passing of Rosa Colón, who died on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the age of 75.

Rosa was a devoted wife, passionate mother, cherished family member, and treasured friend. She shared a beautiful life with her beloved husband, Zoilo, whose partnership with her was rooted in firm love, respect, and companionship. Together for 50 years, they built a life filled with laughter, resilience, and countless memories that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew them.

Born on July 14, 1950, in Puerto Rico, Rosa grew into a woman of remarkable strength, strong will, kindness, and grace. She had a gift for making others feel welcomed and valued. Whether through her warm smile, thoughtful advice, or quiet acts of generosity, she touched lives in ways both big and small.

Rosa and Zoilo grew together in their hometown in Puerto Rico and moved to Ohio in 1978. She is a graduate of St. Mary's of the Woods College in Terre Haute, Indiana. She was passionate about sewing and crafts, and she found joy in family gatherings and reading. Her home was a place of comfort and love, and her strong presence was the heart that held it all together.

Above all, Rosa will be remembered for her compassion, her steadfast loyalty, and the deep love she shared so freely. Her legacy lives on in the lives she shaped, the family she nurtured, and the love story she shared with her husband.

She is survived by her loving husband, Zoilo; children, Josefina (Anthony) Ventimiglia, Zoilo (Katie) Jr.; grandchildren, AJ and Alex.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Generoso and Francisca (nee Larrauri) Miranda, and three siblings Olga Colón, Ana Miranda, and Rafín Miranda.

Family will receive family and friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Rosa at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 401 North St, Chardon, OH 44024, from 9-10 AM.

A Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow at 10AM.

Arrangements and cremation entrusted to THE DeJOHN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY OF CHARDON.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to either Reserve Care (previously Hospice of the Western Reserve) P.O. Box 72101, Cleveland, OH 44197, American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741, or that acts of kindness be done in her memory.

Our hearts are heavy; we are grateful for the years we shared with her. Her memory will be with us forever.