Mary Rose Waterhouse Root Obituary
Mary Rose Waterhouse Root in Decatur, Georgia passed away on October 1, 2026. Mary Rose, born on October 18, 1952 in Ridgewood, New Jersey, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Mary Rose will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Mary Rose will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Mary Rose’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: parents: Charles A. Waterhouse and Ruth Weiss; husband: Gary Donald Root; sons: Douglas Root (Jane), Jimmy Root, and Jesse Root; brothers: George Waterhouse (Marie Jacqueline), John Waterhouse (Elizabeth), and Charles G. Waterhouse (Judy Gowdy); grandchildren: Riley and Elizabeth.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 26th 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Wages and Sons Funeral Home - Gwinnett Chapel (1031 Lawrenceville Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30046). A Mass will be held on Tuesday, October 27th 2026 at the St. Lawrence Catholic Church (319 Grayson Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30046).
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