Mary Rose Koval

November 25 , 1939 - June 20 , 2023

VISITATIONS:

Friday, June 23, 2023

2:00 ~ 7:00 PM

Michigan Memorial Funeral Home

SERVICES:

Friday, June 23, 2023

6:30 PM

Michigan Memorial Funeral Home Chapel

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Obituary

Mary Rose Koval (Grech) was born on the island of Malta 11/25/39. She immigrated aboard the Nea Hellas with her mother, Jane, sister, Elizabeth, and brother, Henry in 1950. Their father, Oreste Grech, was already established in Detroit preparing for their arrival. She married the late Felix Camilleri in 1958 and raised 5 boys in the following years in Detroit and later settled on Grosse Ile, Michigan. After Felix's passing, Rose started the second chapter of her life when she met and married Charles Koval in 1983 and began working in real estate. By the end of her 35 year real estate career, she maintained the “top seller” position at Century 21 Riverpointe for twenty-one consecutive years ending with her retirement in 2021. Rose was an avid sports fan and was typically at every one of her son's and grandchildren's games and could be heard from the stands with her cowbell. Later in life, Rose also enjoyed volunteering as a costume designer for the Downriver Youth Performing Arts Center. Rose is survived by husband, Charles “Champ” Koval and her 5 adult boys, Jim Camilleri, Robert Camilleri (Denise), Kenneth Camilleri (Christina), John Camilleri (Nicole) and Mark Camilleri. She is also survived by grandchildren Nicholas, Zachary, Phillip, Jim, Paul and Chloe; and her 2 siblings, Elizabeth Elliott and Henry Grech, along with many nieces and nephews.

Condolences

Agent of Eternity now. I'm proud to have learned from you, laughed with you, cried with you and even worked as your interim assistant at times. Forever grateful for EVERYTHING. Roger and I will treasure you. Rest in Peace from your "EL JERKO". XOXO Tim Wojtala and Roger Von Deylen
Sending love in remembrance of my beautiful friend Rose who had a profound impact on my life in so many positive ways over the last 20 years. I am forever grateful and you will always be in my heart. Also sending love and prayers to the entire Camilleri family during this time of mourning. God bless. Tina Sanders-Gardiner
Deepest sympathies to your entire family. I just loved Rose 🌹 Susan Tolot
So sorry to hear of the passing of Rose, condolences to all her family, may she RIP Josephine McMahon
Sincere condolences and sympathies to the entire family. Rose will always be loved and missed by her God Daughter Theresa and Husband Ralph. God bless you all. Ralph and Theresa Hobbs
I was so sorry to hear of Rose’s passing. She was such a role model to me of a successful sales person. She helped us with several real estate transactions and always treated us like family. She was smart, extremely hard working, and a lot of fun. My condolences to her family Anne Rudziensky
Dear Aunt Rose, an amazing aunt who always put her whole heart in everything she did! We have so many wonderful memories that we will always hold close to our hearts!! Inhobbok Hafna!!!! xoxoxoxo George and Marlene Dunbar
What a GREAT Life! She was kind, she was dear, you’d never know if there was a fear! She’d help; she’d guide and always made you feel good inside! We will miss our dear Rose for everything she was to many of us! She was a blessing and helped me when in need! Will always hold a very very special place in my heart! May she rest in peace! Thank YOU for all the wonderful memories from childhood to adulthood! You made a difference that’s for certain! We love YOU! Hugs to ALL OF YOU 🤗❤️🙏🏻😘 Julie Sammons
I have appreciated and respected Rose for decades. She was always kind and patient with me when I was new to real estate, and I learned much from her. Lucky enough to have worked with her on several occasions over the years, I will miss her personality, wit and wisdom. Her work ethic was second to none. Her family is on my mind and in my prayers. Lori Will
Growing up with the younger Camilleri’s, I first knew Rose as a mom, and later, when buying homes in Flat Rock and GI, she became known as our realtor. But she always maintained that mom quality! “Put out some flowers!” “Fix that window!” “Move that couch!” when we were preparing to sell our homes. She always had great advice and a cheery “Rose Koval!” when answering the phone. Our family will miss her mom ways! Andrew Johnson
Rose is the only reason I was able to realize my dream of owning my own commercial property. She made me feel like I could do anything! She was an incredible woman and I am so grateful to have worked with her! My heart is with her family and friends. Rest in peace dear Rose Nicole Ledbetter
I was saddened to discover the passing of my stepmother, Rose. She came into my life after marrying my dad. I know I wasn’t the easiest child, but she tried her best with me and always pushed me to be my best. I accredit her with helping me to pass high school. I know she wanted the best for me and I truly loved her. I’m sorry I didn’t have the opportunity to say goodbye to her and to tell her what a great impact she had on me. I wish she would have gotten the chance to know my daughter, Peyton, and to have seen how well my life is now with my wife, Kristin. Rest in Peace, Rose, and my sympathy to the rest of the family. Paul Koval