Rosalie “Rosie” Classe was born on April 22, 1933, in Birmingham, Alabama. She was raised alongside her three siblings in a home filled with faith, family, and southern warmth.
As a young woman, Rosalie met a handsome sailor named Brazil “Vick” Classe, who swept her off her feet from the very first moment. Their love was instant and everlasting. They married and later relocated to Dallas, Texas, where they built a beautiful life together — one rooted in devotion, laughter, and an unwavering partnership. Rosalie began her career with Southwestern Bell until she and Vick started their own grocery business. Several years later, she went to work for Duo-Fast in their Accounting Department where she retired after 25 years. Although, her greatest joy was being a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She poured her heart into her family. Caring for them was not simply what she did; it was who she was.
Though she stood at just 4'9", Rosie carried the presence of someone 9'4". She was a force of nature — nurturing and tender-hearted, yet headstrong and unafraid to speak her mind. Her personality filled every room, and her love left a lasting mark on all who knew her. Rosalie’s passions included hosting weekly family get-togethers, cheering on the Dallas Cowboys and the Texas Rangers with her beloved Vick, and, of course, “shopping ’til she dropped.” Even in her later years, she and her granddaughter Baylee would spend hours shopping online together, sharing laughter and creating memories that will be treasured forever. Above all, Rosie’s life was defined by her devotion to the Lord. Her faith guided every choice, every act of kindness, and every moment she gave to others. She lived her life in His name and now rests peacefully home with Him at last.
Rosalie was preceded in death by her husband Vick Classe of 64 years, her parents John and Sarah Padalino, and her two sisters, Josephine Classe and Jennie Sawyer. She is survived by her children; daughter, Mary and son, Joseph (Victoria), her granddaughters, Baylee and Briley, her brother, Ross Padalino, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins, all of whom cherished her deeply. Her legacy of love, strength, faith, and joy will continue to live on through them and all who were blessed to know her.
A funeral service and rosary will be held starting at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church, 110 St. Gabriel Way, McKinney, Texas 75071. A private burial will be held at a later date.
The family will receive guests during a visitation on Monday, November 24, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Home, 2525 Central Expressway North, Allen, Texas 75013.