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Mary Rose Obituary
Mary Frances Rose, 53, formerly of Amherst, departed this life Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010, at Regional Memorial Hospital in Mechanicsville. Born March 9, 1957, in Amherst County, she was the daughter of Frances J. Rose and the late James H. Rose Sr.
She joined the St. Marks Baptist Church at a early age.
In addition to her mother, she leaves to cherish her memory three loving daughters, Reneca Rose Atkinson, Shemecka R. Cunningham (Shawnn) and Marneshia R. Rose, all of Richmond; three amazing grandchildren, Jabari Atkinson, Darius Jones and Shawnn Cunningham Jr.; three faithful sisters, Linda R. Winfree (Willis), Gloria R. Smith (Gary) and Angela R. Leftwich (Jackie); two wonderful brothers, James H. Rose Jr. (Kim) and Jeffery J. Rose, all of Amherst; and aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.
A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, at St. Marks Baptist Church with Pastor Michael Terry officiating. Interment will be private. Her remains will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the service. The family is receiving friends from 7:30 - to 8:30 p.m. today, Nov. 12, 2010, at Community Funeral Home and other times at the residence of her mother, 115 Aberdeen Lane, Amherst. The cortege will assemble at the residence.
Condolences may be
e-mailed to comfuneral
@aol.com. Community Funeral Home is directing.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mary Rose
6 Entries
November 16, 2010
To Linda and the Rose Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Forgive us for the lateness of our expression. Remember God is always there for you, lean on him.
Larry & Stella Hall (Lynchburg, VA)
Bridget Thompson
November 14, 2010
To the Rose Family,
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Esther Lawless
November 12, 2010
Reneca so sorry for the loss of your mom I know she was an important part of you and your sisters, I pray for strength for you all may she rest in peace!
Regina Rose
November 12, 2010
To the Rose Family: "I will never leave you nor forsake you", Hebrews 13:5. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I am praying that God's grace and strength will be with you at this difficult time.
Talma Mills
November 12, 2010
Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.
Gloria Higginbotham
November 12, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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