Rose I. Dechen (nee Hoffman), 87, of West Deptford, formerly of Philadelphia, passed away peacefully March 4, 2015, under the care of her son Jack, granddaughter Gina, and, Heartland Hospice. Predeceased by her husband Jack of 56 years, son Kenneth, siblings Louis, Eddie and Anna. Survived by her sons Steven (Linda), Jack (Rachael), brother Ronnie, 6 grandchildren, great grandchildren and many loving nieces and nephews.

Rose was a long time member of Telephone Pioneers and St. John's Church in Paulsboro. Her greatest joy was spending time and taking care of her husband and raising their 3 sons.

At Rose's request funeral services will be held privately. If desired donations in her memory may be sent to her favorite charity, St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis TN 38105 or Heartland Hospice, 190 N. Evergreen Ave., Woodbury NJ 08096. Arrangements by LANDOLFI FUNERAL HOME of Paulsboro, 300 W. Broad St. www.landolfifuneralhome.com