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April 12, 1944
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January 11, 2021
Rosie Mae Willis Walker was born in Chicago, IL on April 12, 1944 to the late Will Lee and Eva Mae Willis. She was the eldest of thirteen children. She received Christ at an early age at the Capernaum Missionary Baptist Church. She later married David Walker. Rosie graduated from Parker High School. Shortly after graduating she worked as a Caregiver. She was known for loving and caring relationship with her clients. Rosie was known to her family and friends as Aunt Ro Mae. She was the coordinator of the family trips. One of the most memorable trips was to Wisconsin Dells very year. It was a time where differences were put to the side and everyone came together to enjoy each other with great amounts of fun. Rosie loved to travel and spend time with her best friend Millie Johnson. One of her favorite things to do in her downtime was travel to the casino. On January 11, 2021 Rosie gained her angels and joined the heavenly choir. Rosie is preceded in death by her loving her loving husband David Walker; son, Maurice Willis; two brothers, Will Lee Willis Jr and Bernard Willis. Rosie is survived by her son Kenneth Willis (Ashaka); three grandchildren, LeAndrew, Amiya, and Kenneth; three great grandchildren, Amir, Asher and Amora.
“I’m Free” Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free, I’m following the path God laid for me. I took his hand when I heard his call, I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work, to play. Tasks left undone must stay that way, I’ve found that peace at the close of the day. If my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, Ah yes, these things I too will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow, I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My Life’s been full, I savoured much, Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch, Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your heart and share with me, God wanted me now, He set me free.
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Saturday, January 23, 2021 Wake | 10:00 - 11:00am Celebration of Life | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Monument of Faith Evangelistic Church 2750 W. Columbus Avenue | Chicago, IL 60652 Apostle Mark Henton, Host Pastor Elder Lonzo Nicholas, Officiating Elder Tyron Willis, Eulogist
Processional Family Musical Selection Pastor Peterson Scripture Evangelist Roberta Harding Life Reflections Remarks Family & Friends (Please limit to two minutes) Musical Selection Pastor Peterson Words of Comfort Elder Tyrone Willis Recessional Clergy & Family Interment Mount Hope Cemetery 11500 S. Fairfield Avenue | Chicago, IL Pallbearers Kenneth Washington Willis Jr. Tyrone Willis Jr. Rickey Willis Eddie Willis Sylvester Willis Darnell Crowford Honorary Pallbearer Wilbert Alexander
Our Sister Rosie in Heaven-W
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today. There are so to say, I know how much you love us and how mu ch we love you and each time that we think of you , we know you’ll miss us too. An angel came and too k u by the hand and said your place was ready in hea ven far above... And u had to leave all those you dea rly loved. You had so much to live for, you had so much to do... it still seems impossible that God was taking you. Although your life on earth is past, in hea ven it starts a new. You’ll live for all eternity, just as god has promise you and although you have walked through heaven’s gate, we are never far apart, for every time we think of you, you’re right here deep in our hea rt, love you, from your Sisters! many things that we didn’t get
Mama I miss you and love you so mu ch. It was just you and I, and now I feel so alone look ing for your calls asking me (did you forget about me). You will always be in my heart and my heart will always be with you. I will miss your smile and the twinkle in your eyes telling me how much you love me, loving you mama was food to my soul. You told me you wanted to go home and now you’re the re mama. Tell my love ones I love them all. Rest in pea ce mama you have made your journey home! Mama I’m going to miss everything about you. Your son ken, P.S. mama I hope there’s a casino in heaven for you
“Together in Heaven”
My dearest friends and family there are things I’d like to say; first of all I’ll let you know I arrived here safe today. I am sending word from heaven where I’ll dwell with God above; there are no tears and sorrow, there is only peace and love. I had to leave you as my time on earth was through; loved ones waited for me just as I will wait for you. I missed them and I am happy to be with them again; I want you all to know I’m here with family and friends. God gave me many tasks he wishes me to do; high up on the list is watching over all of you. Don’t think I do not hear you because I am out of sight; remember I am with you every morning, noon and night. When your load gets heavy don’t cry too many tears; then I can whisper to you what you will need to hear. I always will be near you to guide you through each day; remember when you need me I am just a thought away. Our love will build a highway and our memories a lane; I’ll walk right down from heaven and be with you again. Remember when you miss me and I am on your mind; although you will not see me I’ll be just a step behind. When your life on earth is over and your soul is finally free; believe me when I tell you, you’ll be coming home with me.
Acknowledgement of Thanks
The family of Rosie Walker acknowledges with deepest gratitude the outpouring of love, prayers and support received from everyone. Your expressions of sympathy rendered through cards, telephone calls, emails, texts messages, visits and other acts of kindness are great sources of comfort and strength. May your lives be filled with God’s peace and love. Be Well and Stay Safe. - The family of Rosie Mae Willis Walker