Rose Zappia Horne

Rose Zappia Horne, 91, passed away peacefully on May 18th, 2024, at home surrounded by her family. She was born on October 20th, 1932, in Pittsburgh, PA to the parents of Joseph and Antoinette Zappia. She is survived by her beloved husband, Kenneth Horne, of 66 years. She was the loving sister of John C. (Nancy) Zappia, Joseph C. (Rita) Zappia, Anthony "Nini" (Catherine) Zappia, and the late Mary Hoynoski and Bridgette (Willis) Reeg. She was the beloved mother of Susan (Jerry) Curran, Carol (Matthew) Breitenbach, and Russell (Jamie) Horne. She was the loving grandmother (Nanny) to 8 grandchildren; Stephanie (Tanner) Carnes, Matthew Breitenbach, Gregory (Cheyanne) Horne, Shelby, Rachel, Danielle, Justin and Nolan Horne, and 2 great-grandchildren; Rhett and Wesley Carnes whom she loved with all of her heart. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cherished friends. Rose worked as an executive secretary for Sears, and loved her job as the director of Trinity Nursery School, but most importantly, Rose was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She loved cooking, canning, and created her own cookbook. She was a devoted member of Sharpsburg Family Worship Center, where her son serves as the pastor. Rose truly loved to serve her church family and community. Rose was known for her kindness and generosity, always putting others before herself. Her unconditional love, timeless wisdom, and unwavering support was a blessing to all who knew her. Rose left a legacy of faith in Jesus that will continue to influence her family and friends for generations. She will be greatly missed, but we rejoice knowing that she is in her eternal home with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Friends and family received Friday, May 24 from 1 to 4 PM and 5 to 8 PM at Bock Funeral Home, 1500 Mount Royal Boulevard Glenshaw, PA 15116. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, May 25 at 11 AM at Sharpsburg Family Worship Center, 600 Clay Street, Pittsburgh PA 15215. A Luncheon will follow the Celebration of Life Service at the church. Private interment at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. In lieu of flowers, Rose requested that donations be made to Sharpsburg Family Worship Center.