Sophia Rosinski

Sophia T. Rosinski, 96, of Littleton, MA, passed away peacefully Friday, March 13, 2026 at Life Care Center of Nashoba Valley in Littleton, Ma. where she resided for the past 5 years.

Born January 9, 1930 in Boonville, NY on the family farm on Potato Hill Road at the onset of the Great Depression. She was the daughter of Blaze and Margaret Kowalik, who immigrated from Poland through Ellis Island in 1909, and the youngest of nine children; three brothers, Walter (Bill), Joseph, Zygmunt and five sisters, Mary, Anna, Lena, Evelyn and Helen.

Sophia’s life was guided by her deep faith in God and was a devout Catholic. Sophia attended secretarial school in NYC and worked in Utica, NY. She met Alfred Rosinski at Kitlas Dance Hall in Utica, NY and they were wed on May 21, 1955.

They settled in New York Mills, New York and Alfred worked at Rome AFB. Alfred was transferred to Hanscom AFB in Bedford, Massachusetts in 1961, with Son Greg (5) and Cindy (3) in tow. Mark and Stephen were later born there to complete their family of six.

Sophia and Al enjoyed taking the kids camping and took a special fondness to York Beach and Cape Neddick, Maine where they “camped” in their trailer late into their 70s! Although not much of a swimmer, Sophia loved the beach and the beauty of the coast! Add lobster and clams to that! It was not unusual for her to send the kids out to dig fresh clams, and she would make fresh clam chowder- one of her favorites!

In 1980, they sold their home in Bedford and moved back to Boonville with son Stephen where they lived into their elder years. They were avid Red Sox fans and attended many Spring Training games while wintering in FL.

She was an excellent cook of Polish dishes and a great baker! She loved to cook for friends and family bringing everyone together around her table.

Sophia is survived by her eldest son Gregory Rosinski, daughter Cindy Irwin and her husband David Irwin; her son Stephen Rosinski and his wife Heidi; her daughter-in-law Deborah Rosinski; her sister Helen Garbarino; and her special niece Theresa McGibbon and her husband Thomas McGibbon. She is also survived by her grandchildren; Melissa Irwin; Daniel Irwin and his wife Sonal Said; Laura Sherman and her husband Andrew Sherman; Jillian Haussman and her husband Jeff Hausmann; and Neil Rosinski, along with many beloved great grandchildren. She is predeceased by her husband Alfred and son Mark Rosinski, her parents and many siblings.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Sophia will be set to rest next to her beloved husband Al in Boonville, NY.

The family would like to thank the dedicated staff of the Life Care Center of Nashoba Valley for their care, kindness, and support they gave Sophia and her family.

Arrangements are under the care of Badger Funeral Home, A Life Celebration Home, 347 King St., Littleton, MA 01460. 978-486-3709