Rose A. (Piazza) Dietz, 84, of Oswego, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 4, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Rose was born on April 5, 1940, and was the daughter of the late Dominick and Mary (Miuccio) Piazza.

She married the love of her life, Richard B. "Dick" Dietz on May 19, 1962. They shared 58 beautiful years together until his passing April 21, 2021.

Rose is survived by her four children Richard Dietz, Linda Demassi, Carol (Ron) Scaccia, and Karen (Ed) Kelly; her grandchildren, who were her pride and joy, Jaclyn Scaccia, Ashley Scaccia, Jennifer Demassi, Courtney Kelly, and Joe (Brooklyn Hale) Kelly;  the sunshine of her life, her great-granddaughter Aria Rose Kelly; her sidekick, best friend, and twin sister Rita Pitsley, her brother Don (Joanne) Piazza; her brother-in-law, Harry "Lou" (Beverly) Dietz, and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and cherished friends.

Besides her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her son-in-law, Michael Demassi; her brother-in-law, Leo Pitsley; her beloved dog, Addy; and several aunts and uncles.

Rose worked at her family's grocery store, Piazza's Market, while raising her children. She then went on to become a purchasing agent at the James A. Fitzpatrick Nuclear Power Plant before retiring in 2003.

She was an avid card player and enjoyed daily Bridge and Pinochle games with her cherished friends. She was an avid NY Yankee fan. In her earlier years, she loved bowling. She was a past president of the Oswego Women's Bowling Association and a member of the Women's Bowling Hall of Fame.

She will be sorely missed by her family and friends. At Rose's request, there will be no calling hours. A Celebration of Life will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Kidney Foundation of CNY, 731 James Street, Syracuse, NY 13202.

Arrangements are in the care of the Dain-Cullinan Funeral Home, Oswego.