Rosalia Arlia born March 15, 1911 resided in Gilroy for over 30 years and passed away at 98 years old on June 15, 2009. Beloved mother of Frank Arlia, loving grandmother to Mike, John, and Susie Arlia. great-grandmother to Matt Avilla, Mikayla, Madrea, Madelynn, Meghan, and Francesca Arlia. Rosalia is also survived by 3 younger siblings Rosa, Salvatore, and Bill.
Born in Kansas, Rosalia moved to Italy where she would eventually marry and have her only child, Frank. During WWII, Rosalia left Italy and returned back to U.S. but unfortunately was separated from her husband and infant son for over seven years.
After the war they reunited in the U.S. Rosalia and family settled in San Martin on what would become known as Arlia St., where the family prune orchard “Benio Arlia and Son” was located until 1977. Rosalia and Benio finally settled in Gilroy.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Rosalisa’s life on Friday June 19th, 2009 at Habing Family Funeral Home 129 4th St. Gilroy. Viewing occurs at 12:00 P.M. followed by funeral services at 1:00 P.M. Burial services immediately following at St. Mary Cemetery.
