Nora Ann Rose - Cremation Society of Virginia

Nora Ann Rose

Date of Death: October 1, 2025

Nora Ann Rose, 80, of Virginia Beach, VA passed away peacefully on October 1, 2025. Born in Providence, Rhode Island she was a vibrant, kind-hearted woman whose warmth and joy touched the lives of all who knew her. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend known for her unwavering love and devotion.

Nora’s greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends, especially her grandson Colin. Her nurturing spirit created cherished memories for her wide circle of loved ones and friends.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband James Whittle and daughter Kerri Rose; her parents Vincent and Eva Ritter, brothers and sisters Patricia Andrews, brother-in-law George Andrews, Norman Ritter, sister-in-law Dee Ritter, Richard Carnevale, sister-in-law Ann Carnevale; and cousin Virginia “Jean” Medeiros who was like a sister to her.

She is survived by her son, daughter in-law and Grandson: Kevin, Karen and Colin Rose of Virginia Beach, VA; and her brothers Vincent Ritter of Warwick, Rhode Island; David Atella of W. Palm Beach, Florida; and sister in Law Linda Ritter of Lincoln, Rhode Island, and ex husband Joseph Rose of Gulfport, Mississippi.

Nieces and nephews, Christina Andrade, Nicole Andrews, Tina Valliere, Debbie Monteiro, and Lori Marchetti; nephews, Vincent Z. Ritter, Evan Ritter, Keith Carnevale, Norman Ritter, Jeffrey Hall, and George Andrews Jr.

Wanita Tull and Cecile Cabral who were extremely close to her, speaking to her for hours daily; John & Mike Reis, Donna & Nancy Kurtz, Lisa, Ashley, & Justin Reis, and Gary Roy who held a special place in her heart; extended family: Connie, Michael, Jess, Grayson, Taylor, and Danielle Miller; Grady & Wyatt Gengler, Sandra Kay Bennett; along with many cousins, great Neices, great nephews,, in laws, and friends.

Nora’s legacy of love, kindness, and joy will live on in the hearts of those she touched.

A brief graveside service will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery at 10:00am Saturday, October 18 at 6329 E Virginia Beach Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23502.

A memorial service will be held at 11:30am Saturday, October 18 at Eastern Shore Chapel Episcopal Church at 2020 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23454. A Celebration of Life Reception will follow the service.

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There are not enough words that can express my sadness and my hope now is that your loving soul is in peace and embraced by those above. Forever in my heart, Niece Lori

In memory of my beautiful Aunt and Godmother. You were such a bright light in my and so many lives. You will be missed dearly but your memory will live on always.

Nora will be missed. My condolences to the Family.

Nora and I had some fun conversations on the phone. She was a very kind lady and also funny. So very glad we crossed paths in this life. Rest my friend.

A truly nice person. We miss our friendly and kind neighbor.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

We will miss Nora so much. She was a good friend and neighbor.

We will miss your soft voice and lovely smile. So happy you stepped into our lives.

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