Rosa M. Morrow was the eighth of eleven children, born on May 3, 1944, to Loving parents James and Rosa B. Morrow. Both have preceded her in death. Rosa also had seven siblings to precede her in death: James Morrow Jr., Laura Lee, Mattie Belle, Leola, Eddie Lee, Thomas, and Cleophus. She departed this lifeContinue Reading
Rosa M. Morrow was the eighth of eleven children, born on May 3, 1944, to Loving parents James and Rosa B. Morrow. Both have preceded her in death. Rosa also had seven siblings to precede her in death: James Morrow Jr., Laura Lee, Mattie Belle, Leola, Eddie Lee, Thomas, and Cleophus. She departed this life on May 15, 2023, surrounded by family and friends.
Rosa was born in Plantersville, Alabama. She accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of Wesley Chapel A.M.E. Church. Rosa graduated from Chilton County Training School. After graduation, Rosa moved to New York to live with her sister Laura, where she was hired by IBM as a Data Entry Technician and from there her career grew through 20 plus years. She retired from IBM/AT&T and moved to Raleigh, North Carolina after she was invited to visit by a manager friend, Shirley, who had retired from IBM and moved back to her hometown in North Carolina. Rosa purchased her Town Home after a year or two living in Raleigh and then moved to Durham, North Carolina and lived there ever since.
Rosa had a love for Tennis after moving to New York and her circle of friends were all devoted to Tennis as well. She loved it and continued to play Tennis in North Carolina.
Her circle of friends also continued to be all about Tennis. She joined the Raleigh Racket Club and the circle of friends continued to grow. Along with Tennis competitions, they enjoyed their wonderful friendships traveling to various places including France, and Africa for pleasure. Of course, in addition to her many travels, Rosa always made sure she visited family twice a year or more on Mother’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Family Reunions.
Rosa leaves to cherish her memorable times, two sisters, Sandra J (Robert) Harris, Ida E. Morrow Tweedy, and one brother Julius Morrow, and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Rosa has many special friends in New York and North Carolina. Rosa lived an amazing life, the life most of us only dreamt about!
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Chilton County Training School Alumni.
left a message on May 20, 2023:
We are deeply sorry for your loss and offer our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beloved sister. Losing a sister is such a tremendous loss. The absence of one who holds such a special place in your heart will be felt deeply. Try to concentrate more on your memories; the laughter, the love and the bond that you each shared with Rosa. May you find solace in the love and support of your many friends and family. You are all in our thoughts during this challenging time.
left a message on May 19, 2023:
AUNTIE YOU WULL BE SORELY MISSED
WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH ❤️
left a message on May 19, 2023:
Rosa was a cherished tennis friend, captain of the team that took us to Sectionals in Syracuse and and also the captain of my mixed doubles team where I met my life partner. My most vivid memory of her was going to see Roger Federer at the US Open with tickets a friend of mine got us on the fourth row of the main stadium and she said “this is one of the most memorable days of my life”. I enjoyed seeing her when she would come back to NY for the US Open and play tennis with her old NY friends. She was a wonderful person and will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
left a message on May 19, 2023:
Rosa was such a lovely lady. I was privileged to have known her. I will miss playing tennis with her.
left a message on May 19, 2023:
To God be the glory, I am grateful to God that he penned in his word,that he is the God of Alll comfort. Only God can mend a broken heart,and he know when and how.
I am glad God joined our family together thru marriage of my sister Sue with bay.
left a message on May 19, 2023:
I played tennis with Rosa for many years while she lived in New York. She was a strong woman with a wonderful sense of humor. I’m sad that she was taken so soon. My condolences to her family.
left a message on May 19, 2023:
RIP Rosa!! May the Lord have mercy on your soul. We have some fond memories of you that will cause us to never forget you. We love you and will miss you, but we know that God loves you best. Again, rest in peace, and our deepest condolences and sympathy to your family.
left a message on May 19, 2023:
RIP ROSA! May the Lord have mercy on your soul. We have some fond memories which will cause us to never forget you. Although we love you and will miss you, we know that the Lord loves you more. Again, RIP! Our deepest condolences and sympathy to your family.
left a message on May 19, 2023:
DEAR Sista Sandra Jean and Family, God made everything beautiful for its own time. May Spring's gentle promise of hope and rebirth fill your heart with joy. Peace and Blessings for your faithfulness. Lena
left a message on May 19, 2023:
For my special tennis friend , ROSA, who made me better at living life to its fullest AND appreciating my middle name,MAE.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of Rosa Morrow . Plant a Tree
left a message on May 19, 2023:
My husband and I have not known Rosa as long as her IBM friends but we have had at least a good 15-20 years of fun. My dearest memory is when Rosa would stop at our house in MD from NC on her way to the US Open in New York. My husband and I would look forward to that because we knew that on her return trip back to NC, she would be stopping at our house and we would be treated to Corn Beef and Pastrami sandwiches that she would pick up from 2nd Avenue Deli and bring them back for us (Sooo Good). We will miss and love you always Rosa.
Stephanie and Bill Howard Howard
left a message on May 19, 2023:
Oh my Rosa. !!! ???? Our joyful loblolly trail umstead hikes were such fun… so beautiful enjoying Gods nature and enjoying quality time our dear friend Rosa !!!!???. Buffer and I will hold you close to our hearts forever Love you girl !! See you on the other side…. Becky and Buffer
left a message on May 19, 2023:
To Rosa's Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you through this journey of grief. Rosa will definitely be missed. We shared wonderful times together at Martha’s Vineyard, my home, trips to weddings, parties etc. She always came with gifts and laughter!
I know she is at peace now! May the loving memories you have give you comfort!!
Sincerely, Tressie Rooks
left a message on May 18, 2023:
Rosa, Bennie Handy & Artexas in California
left a message on May 18, 2023:
Rosa, we went to San Jose, CA for Ben Handy’s funeral and spent time with Ben’s sons, Bennie and Mark. I’m uploading picture of you and me with Bennie in California.
left a message on May 18, 2023:
Rest In Peace Rosa. We will always remember your tennis prowess and kind spirit. Your racquets and tennis bag will inspire some young person.
Garden Path was purchased for the family of Rosa Morrow by Shirley A. Hinton. Send Flowers
left a message on May 18, 2023:
Dear Rosa, Tennis was the glue that brought us together but your laughter and love cemented the relationship. A two week trip together with two other RRC tennis friends to Africa, 5 years ago was amazing and life changing. The beautiful animals in their natural habitat, the friendly and gentle African people, Victoria Falls, awesome sunsets and scenery, Cape Town and seeing the reality of apartheid will be forever etched in our memory. Rest in peace dear friend. ❤️Sharon
left a message on May 18, 2023:
Dear Rosa …..you have graduated to your forever home !!!!???. I know you are hitting that little yellow tennis ball right this minute !!! I cherish our fun tennis together at the raleigh raquet club. The laughter !!! The joy!! Buffer and I will think of you EVERY time we hike loblolly trail in Umstead That was YOUR favorite trail ??? Life is not the same without our friend Rosa here with us for tennis for hikes for concerts!!! You are a true inspiration to all, Rosa !! Your smile your laughter !!!!! you have enriched my life and Buffers life and the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing Rosa Morrow !!!! You are always in our hearts Rosa!! Always and forever Buffer and Becky
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
left a message on May 18, 2023:
No time on earth is long enough to share with those we love or to prepare our hearts for good-bye. Lifting you and your family in prayer during this time. Rose we have so many many shared memories...from your annual trips with Fredi to NC before relocating, furniture shopping, and sharing the best chardonnay (Fat Bastard!). After relocating to NC you kept us all connected and did not miss our now bi-annual picnic in Cornelius. Love you my friend!
left a message on May 18, 2023:
We had a great time in Hilton Head, SC 2012.
Shirley A. Hinton
left a message on May 18, 2023:
Hilton Head, SC 2012. Shirley A. Hinton
left a message on May 18, 2023:
Here are some pictures of Rosa Morrow at Ultimate Doubles Tennis at Hilton Head, SC in 2012. Rosa was the Star of our group.
Shirley A. Hinton
left a message on May 18, 2023:
49 years of friendship. I feel like a part of me is now gone. Your suffering is over. I wish for strength for the family and loved ones to get over this loss.
Rest In Heavenly Rosa.
I Live You
Joel Turner
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left a message on May 18, 2023:
i have so many happy memories of you on the tennis court both in Westchester and at Hilton Head for Ultimate Doubles. I hope you still continued to play and enjoy that companionship and fun.
left a message on May 18, 2023:
Rest in Peace Rosa!!. We met in White Plains NY at IBM and Westchester Indoor Tennis Club in the 1970's and continued our friendship over the years. I moved back home to North Carolina in 1998 and you followed in 2011. This allowed you to find some lifetime FRIENDS at Raleigh Racquet Club. You made a difference in many lives and I hope you knew that. We will REMEMBER YOU always!!.. Shirley A. Hinton
left a message on May 17, 2023:
Family of Rosa Morrow, prayers are going up for you all for God to strengthen and comfort you. Rosa lived a wonderful life! I met Rosa in 1969 at IBM in White Plains, NY. We became friends, travelled together to San Jose, Las Vegas and Memphis. We celebrated our birthdays together in Las Vegas one year. And she came to my birthday parties in Atlanta. She was well liked and a very good cook. We shared recipes many times. Memories of Rosa will be with me forever! She is resting in paradise with many friends and relatives! Thanks to Jean and family for caring for Rosa this year! She loved you all!
Love, Artexas
Thompson, Hall and Jordan Funeral Home
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Chilton County Training School Alumni.
left a message on May 20, 2023:
We are deeply sorry for your loss and offer our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beloved sister. Losing a sister is such a tremendous loss. The absence of one who holds such a special place in your heart will be felt deeply. Try to concentrate more on your memories; the laughter, the love and the bond that you each shared with Rosa. May you find solace in the love and support of your many friends and family. You are all in our thoughts during this challenging time.
left a message on May 19, 2023:
AUNTIE YOU WULL BE SORELY MISSED
WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH ❤️
left a message on May 19, 2023:
Rosa was a cherished tennis friend, captain of the team that took us to Sectionals in Syracuse and and also the captain of my mixed doubles team where I met my life partner. My most vivid memory of her was going to see Roger Federer at the US Open with tickets a friend of mine got us on the fourth row of the main stadium and she said “this is one of the most memorable days of my life”. I enjoyed seeing her when she would come back to NY for the US Open and play tennis with her old NY friends. She was a wonderful person and will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
left a message on May 19, 2023:
Rosa was such a lovely lady. I was privileged to have known her. I will miss playing tennis with her.
left a message on May 19, 2023:
To God be the glory, I am grateful to God that he penned in his word,that he is the God of Alll comfort. Only God can mend a broken heart,and he know when and how.
I am glad God joined our family together thru marriage of my sister Sue with bay.
left a message on May 19, 2023:
I played tennis with Rosa for many years while she lived in New York. She was a strong woman with a wonderful sense of humor. I’m sad that she was taken so soon. My condolences to her family.
left a message on May 19, 2023:
RIP Rosa!! May the Lord have mercy on your soul. We have some fond memories of you that will cause us to never forget you. We love you and will miss you, but we know that God loves you best. Again, rest in peace, and our deepest condolences and sympathy to your family.
left a message on May 19, 2023:
RIP ROSA! May the Lord have mercy on your soul. We have some fond memories which will cause us to never forget you. Although we love you and will miss you, we know that the Lord loves you more. Again, RIP! Our deepest condolences and sympathy to your family.
left a message on May 19, 2023:
DEAR Sista Sandra Jean and Family, God made everything beautiful for its own time. May Spring's gentle promise of hope and rebirth fill your heart with joy. Peace and Blessings for your faithfulness. Lena
left a message on May 19, 2023:
For my special tennis friend , ROSA, who made me better at living life to its fullest AND appreciating my middle name,MAE.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of Rosa Morrow . Plant a Tree
left a message on May 19, 2023:
My husband and I have not known Rosa as long as her IBM friends but we have had at least a good 15-20 years of fun. My dearest memory is when Rosa would stop at our house in MD from NC on her way to the US Open in New York. My husband and I would look forward to that because we knew that on her return trip back to NC, she would be stopping at our house and we would be treated to Corn Beef and Pastrami sandwiches that she would pick up from 2nd Avenue Deli and bring them back for us (Sooo Good). We will miss and love you always Rosa.
Stephanie and Bill Howard Howard
left a message on May 19, 2023:
Oh my Rosa. !!! ???? Our joyful loblolly trail umstead hikes were such fun… so beautiful enjoying Gods nature and enjoying quality time our dear friend Rosa !!!!???. Buffer and I will hold you close to our hearts forever Love you girl !! See you on the other side…. Becky and Buffer
left a message on May 19, 2023:
To Rosa's Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you through this journey of grief. Rosa will definitely be missed. We shared wonderful times together at Martha’s Vineyard, my home, trips to weddings, parties etc. She always came with gifts and laughter!
I know she is at peace now! May the loving memories you have give you comfort!!
Sincerely, Tressie Rooks
left a message on May 18, 2023:
Rosa, Bennie Handy & Artexas in California
left a message on May 18, 2023:
Rosa, we went to San Jose, CA for Ben Handy’s funeral and spent time with Ben’s sons, Bennie and Mark. I’m uploading picture of you and me with Bennie in California.
left a message on May 18, 2023:
Rest In Peace Rosa. We will always remember your tennis prowess and kind spirit. Your racquets and tennis bag will inspire some young person.
Garden Path was purchased for the family of Rosa Morrow by Shirley A. Hinton. Send Flowers
left a message on May 18, 2023:
Dear Rosa, Tennis was the glue that brought us together but your laughter and love cemented the relationship. A two week trip together with two other RRC tennis friends to Africa, 5 years ago was amazing and life changing. The beautiful animals in their natural habitat, the friendly and gentle African people, Victoria Falls, awesome sunsets and scenery, Cape Town and seeing the reality of apartheid will be forever etched in our memory. Rest in peace dear friend. ❤️Sharon
left a message on May 18, 2023:
Dear Rosa …..you have graduated to your forever home !!!!???. I know you are hitting that little yellow tennis ball right this minute !!! I cherish our fun tennis together at the raleigh raquet club. The laughter !!! The joy!! Buffer and I will think of you EVERY time we hike loblolly trail in Umstead That was YOUR favorite trail ??? Life is not the same without our friend Rosa here with us for tennis for hikes for concerts!!! You are a true inspiration to all, Rosa !! Your smile your laughter !!!!! you have enriched my life and Buffers life and the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing Rosa Morrow !!!! You are always in our hearts Rosa!! Always and forever Buffer and Becky
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
left a message on May 18, 2023:
No time on earth is long enough to share with those we love or to prepare our hearts for good-bye. Lifting you and your family in prayer during this time. Rose we have so many many shared memories...from your annual trips with Fredi to NC before relocating, furniture shopping, and sharing the best chardonnay (Fat Bastard!). After relocating to NC you kept us all connected and did not miss our now bi-annual picnic in Cornelius. Love you my friend!
left a message on May 18, 2023:
We had a great time in Hilton Head, SC 2012.
Shirley A. Hinton
left a message on May 18, 2023:
Hilton Head, SC 2012. Shirley A. Hinton
left a message on May 18, 2023:
Here are some pictures of Rosa Morrow at Ultimate Doubles Tennis at Hilton Head, SC in 2012. Rosa was the Star of our group.
Shirley A. Hinton
left a message on May 18, 2023:
49 years of friendship. I feel like a part of me is now gone. Your suffering is over. I wish for strength for the family and loved ones to get over this loss.
Rest In Heavenly Rosa.
I Live You
Joel Turner
??
left a message on May 18, 2023:
i have so many happy memories of you on the tennis court both in Westchester and at Hilton Head for Ultimate Doubles. I hope you still continued to play and enjoy that companionship and fun.
left a message on May 18, 2023:
Rest in Peace Rosa!!. We met in White Plains NY at IBM and Westchester Indoor Tennis Club in the 1970's and continued our friendship over the years. I moved back home to North Carolina in 1998 and you followed in 2011. This allowed you to find some lifetime FRIENDS at Raleigh Racquet Club. You made a difference in many lives and I hope you knew that. We will REMEMBER YOU always!!.. Shirley A. Hinton
left a message on May 17, 2023:
Family of Rosa Morrow, prayers are going up for you all for God to strengthen and comfort you. Rosa lived a wonderful life! I met Rosa in 1969 at IBM in White Plains, NY. We became friends, travelled together to San Jose, Las Vegas and Memphis. We celebrated our birthdays together in Las Vegas one year. And she came to my birthday parties in Atlanta. She was well liked and a very good cook. We shared recipes many times. Memories of Rosa will be with me forever! She is resting in paradise with many friends and relatives! Thanks to Jean and family for caring for Rosa this year! She loved you all!
Love, Artexas
Thompson, Hall and Jordan Funeral Home
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