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Rosita Perez Obituary
Rosita Perez, age 72, passed away on September 8, 2008, in Gainesville, Fl from complications of Multiple Sclerosis. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister, she was also a nationally recognized author, motivational speaker and winner of the 1991 National Speaker's Association Cavett Award.
She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Raymond Perez, her three daughters, Rachel LaCombe and husband Ted, Robin Dickey and husband David, Rita Perez and husband Bill Heacock, seven grandchildren and siblings Dr. Ronald Ayala and wife Diana, Manuel Ayala and wife Julia, Laureen Napoli and husband Joe.
There will be a Time of Remembrance held at Ray and Rosita's home on Sat. Sept 20, from 2-5pm. Call Rita for directions - 336.2509.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Rosita's honor to Haven Hospice, 4200 NW 90th Blvd. Gainesville, FL 32606.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Marijka Walker
January 20, 2022
I had the honor of attending on of Rosita´s presentations in 1990. After reading her book, I sent a question and she responded with a wonderful, thoughtful note. I have re-read her book many times over the years, and just read it again while downsizing for retirement and a move abroad. Her note was tucked inside, so I came online and found that she left us years ago. If her family checks this page, I just wanted to let you know of one more person among many who were touched by her, her insight and positive outlook. I´ve donated my copy of her book to our local library in hopes that others can share the uplifting joy she always ignited in me. Love to you.
Shannon Evans
September 16, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.. She was one special woman.
Sheryl Nicholson
September 16, 2008
And her music shall never end
Just like a song, the strings of life are chosen
To bring forth such a melody
That strengthens and soothes
A song of sausages and saran wrap
And the power of paint
To define life’s big and little stuff
Songs of sunny seashores and giggling grand babies
Of Mamma and roses
And her music never ends
A string is plunked and the reverberation
of that note warms us to our bones
A lullabying hum that sings “I believe in you”
With her confidence we are coached
To bring our own music to life
Timeless notes that penetrate our hearts and souls
And her music never ends
She leaves a legacy with those she doesn’t know by face
But owns a captured piece of their heart
The world is a better place because she sang in it
And her music shall never end
Tom & Mary Lou Forsythe
September 16, 2008
We will miss you.
Yolanda Wade-Clark
September 15, 2008
God bless you and your family in your time of need.Mrs.Rosita was a very special and loving person she took my daughter and I under her wing we loved her she is in a better place she's gone but my daughter will never forget her. Love Always Yolanda and Dominique P.S thank you Mrs.Rosita for all you did for us I will never forget it Love Ya
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