Rosa L. Martin

Rosa L. Martin, 71, of Coudersport, passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at UPMC West Shore, Mechanicsburg.  She was born on June 23, 1953, in Coudersport, the daughter of the late Norman K. and Filomena R. (Lagonia) Leete.  Rosa married Michael N. Martin on September 2, 1978, and celebrated 35 years of marriage until his passing on March 10, 2014.

Rosa was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1971.  She worked for Pure Carbon for over 40 years.  Rosa was a member of St. Eulalia Catholic Church and the American Legion, Potter Post #192.  She loved caring for her plants, reading, and her grandchildren.

Rosa is survived by daughters: Shena Martin of Coudersport; Maria (Joseph) Peters of Hickory; a son: Michael (Lori) Stellabuto of Barberton, OH; siblings: Kathy Padilla of Mechanicsburg; Patricia Mitchell of Mechanicsburg; Norman “Butch” (Denise) Leete of Williamsport; Michael (Peggy) Leete of Etters; grandchildren: Lili Martin, Saige Peters, Cali Peters, John and Vincent Stellabuto, and her beloved German Shepherds: Max and Knox.

A memorial mass at St. Eulalia Catholic Church, 6 Maple St., Coudersport, will be held Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:00 am with a visitation from 10-11 am at the church.  The family suggest memorial contributions in Rosa’s name be made to the Coudersport Public Library, 502 Park Ave., Coudersport, PA 16915.  Rosa’s arrangements have been entrusted to the Thomas Fickinger Funeral Home 210 N. East Street Coudersport.  To share a memory or condolence with her family visit www.thomasfickinger.com.