Rosana “Rosie” Jakus-Galanis, 57, of Mansfield, MA, passed away unexpectedly at Good Samaritan Medical Center in Brockton, MA on July 15, 2025. She was the beloved wife of Paul E. Galanis. They were together and happily married for over 29 years.
In addition to her husband, she leaves her two loving sons: Marcus Galanis of Mansfield, MA and Thomas Galanis of Mansfield, MA; her devoted cousin: Ronya Da Rocha of London England. Also, she cherished her relationships with her in laws, Robert Galanis, Peter Galanis, Richard (Dicky) Galanis, John Galanis, Mary O’Brien and Arlene Cachopa. She was the cherished step mother of the late Nicholas Galanis and Alexander Galanis.
Born in Sao Paulo, Brazil on February 2, 1968, she was the daughter of the late Ivanilda “Eva” DaSilva. As a little girl, Rosie knew that she wanted to go to America. She was only 18 and barely knew English when she left everything and everyone behind and set out on her quest to the United States. Everyone who knew Rosie knows that her first steps off the plane was Orlando, Florida home to Walt Disney World! She loved that park! She loved all parks and waterparks.
Rosie was always laughing, smiling and encouraging. She cherished her two boys Marcus and Thomas. Her world revolved around them.
In the New Testament, agape is the word used to describe the love that God has for humanity and the love humanity has for God.
Agape is often defined as unconditional, sacrificial love. Agape is the kind of love that is felt by a person willing to do anything for another, including sacrificing themselves, without expecting anything in return. Rosie was all of this. She would always say, “I can’t wait to go to Heaven”. Her faith in God was unmeasurable.
Family and friends are cordially invited to attend visitation on Thursday, July 24, 2025, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the “Memorial Chapel” of the Dyer-Lake Funeral Home, 161 Commonwealth Avenue, Village of Attleboro Falls, North Attleboro, MA followed immediately by a Funeral Service at 8:00 pm in the “Memorial Chapel”.
Please omit flowers. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: St. Jude Children’s research hospital:
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