Rose M. Utter, 74, of Gillett, PA, formerly of Nazareth, died Sunday, October 11, 2026, at Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA surrounded by love and with her family by her side. Born April 20, 1952, in Newton, NJ, she was the daughter of the late James Utter and Marie J. (Oliver) Gutierrez.

Rose attended Sandyston-Walpack Elementary School. She spent much of her working life caring for others and was last employed as a caregiver before her retirement. Warm and sociable, Rose genuinely enjoyed talking with people and treasured the connections she made throughout her life. In her quieter moments, she could often be found reading or working on word puzzles, but some of her most cherished times were spent coloring and making memories with her grandchildren.

Surviving is her son, Wesley J. Utter, wife Kendra of Gillett, PA; grandchildren, Hailey, Wallace, Aubrey, and Delaney; siblings, James E. Utter, wife Margaret of Bangor, Mary J. Fleck of Nazareth, and Joseph C. Gutierrez, of Nazareth. She was predeceased by her son, Larry Utter, daughter, Laura Utter; and brother, Kenneth Utter.

Friends and family are invited to call from 9:00-10:00 AM, Friday, October 16th at Schmidt Funeral Home, PC, 407 Belvidere St., Nazareth with funeral services beginning at 10:00 AM. Interment to follow in Layton Cemetery, Sandyston, NJ.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Children’s Hospital of Pennsylvania at give2.chop.edu.