Rose A. Michaels

MICHAELS---Rose A. 89, Johnstown, passed away on January 26, 2022, in Somerset. Born October 5, 1932, in Johnstown, daughter of James E. and Anna J. (Mergen) Goggin. Preceded in death by parents; husband of 58 years, David G. Michaels; brothers and sisters, Mary Orbin, Genevieve Dunk, Claire Filling, Evelyn Lech, Germaine Livella, William, Charles, James and Edward Goggin. Survived by daughters, Ann Porter (Jim), Somerset; Kristine Thompson, Johnstown and Karan Michaels, Vermont; grandchildren, Dustin Michaels (Brittany Amrheim), Pittsburgh; Aaron Thompson (Hannah Kabina), Springs; Thomas Michaels-Lyons, Vermont; and Claire Rose Lyons, Vermont. Sister of Leona Fetsko, Margaret Zolnosky and Helene “Nicki” Merritts. Member of St. Andrew’s Catholic Church. Rose was the secretary of the dry-cleaning union and was on stage with President John F. Kennedy when he came to Johnstown on the campaign trail. She and David put three daughters through 12 years Catholic school. Rose was a licensed cosmetologist and operated her own small business managing beauty shops in two local care facilities. She was known to be generous and giving and was the best Nana in the world. She loved her dogs and felt for the small and weak. Our mom taught us all to do the right thing for the right people. We are all very grateful for both our parents’ guidance and support. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed. A Memorial Mass is being planned for February 2022 and a funeral notice will be published prior to notify of the exact date and time. Harris Funeral Home, 500 Cherry Lane, Richland is serving the family. Cremation by Laurel Highlands Crematory at Harris Funeral Home. Online condolences may be posted at www.wharrisfuneralhome.com.