Rosalie Marie Jeffries
Sept. 16, 1923 – Nov. 6, 2019
Our dearest loved and cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Ms. Rosalie Marie Jeffries, was born to the late Lena Jeffries Brown in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on September 16, 1923. There comes a time in everyone’s life when they must depart from their loved ones. On November 6, 2019, this time came for Rosalie Marie Jeffries at Henrico Doctor’s Hospital, as she left her earthly burdens to assume her position amongst the angels.
Rosalie was educated in New Jersey Public Schools. She later went on to work as a professional hand presser at various cleaners in New Jersey until her retirement. Cooking, dancing, and shopping were her favorite pastimes. Her specialties included macaroni and cheese, homemade soups, and chicken and dumplings. She also loved “getting jazzed up” as she would say; especially, when she would go shopping at Macy’s and Kohl’s and dressed like “New York’s finest!” In her leisure, she also enjoyed watching cooking shows and “Law & Order” on television.
Known to many as “Nana,” Rosalie lived a full and productive life. She made lasting impressions on everyone she came in contact with and she was known for her feisty wittiness that she used to advocate for herself and others. To all who knew her, she would never back down from anything or anyone and didn’t mind if her strong-willed personality “may get her in trouble.” Nevertheless, it didn’t stop Nana from still being very wise and funny.
In April 2010, Nana relocated to Chesterfield, Virginia, from the Bronx, New York, to be closer to her living relatives. She became a participant of Riverside PACE, an adult day center for the elderly, where she received ongoing medical care. She also enjoyed developing lasting relationships and friendships when she attended the center daily. Her health condition and “seasoned” age prompted this move with her oldest grandson, Trevor Wright. She resided with him until September 2016, at which time she moved to Symphony Manor of Richmond Assisted Living & Memory Care where she resided until her health prompted a move to ManorCare Health Services-Richmond Long-Term Care Unit in October 2019.
Rosalie will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her!
Rosalie was an only child and she was preceded in death by her grandmother, Alice Jeffries, all thirteen of her aunts and uncles, among these, devoted aunt, Rosetta Jeffries, “Aunt Rose.” She was also preceded in death by close friends, Daisy Gibbs and Alice.
Rosalie leaves to cherish her memory: her only child, daughter, Claudette Goode (Alfred) of Powhatan, Virginia; two grandsons, Trevor (Shawmika) Wright of Chesterfield, Virginia and Anthony Wright of Amelia, Virginia; seven great-grandchildren, Jahnee’, Unique, Christina, Alauni, Sylis, Taylor, and Trevor, II; and devoted cousin, Harold Wright, Jr. (Jackie) of Seattle, Washington. Also left behind were several friends and all who knew her and loved her.
Rosalie’s family would like to extend a special acknowledgment and sincere thanks to InnovAge (formerly Riverside PACE) and Symphony Manor of Richmond Assisted Living Facility who lovingly cared for her.
Nana, I will never forget you, especially the name you gave me SukiSuki. Rest In Peace Nana. I love you, but God loves you more, Elaine aka SukiSuki
Rosalie Marie Jeffries better known as Nana will always have a special place in my heart. I first met Rosalie in the Trailways bus station in New York City along with Aunt Rose and Miss Loretta. They welcomed me with open arms and hearts. She took me in and treated me like I was her own son and always try to make me feel special. Rosalie and her family showed me how to get around in the Cityand how to take the subwayLol. They all helped me find my first job in the city. Rosalie loved her Ambassador scotch and her music and dance she also loved to read. Rosalie was a very hard worker and loved by all of her employers she was the number one Numero Uno presser LOL we all had lots of laughs and fun times in that little bitty apartment in the Bronx. When Rosalie moved to Richmond Virginia she was well taken care of by her first grandson Trevor and his lovely wife Shawmika and her great-grandchildren Taylor and Trevor II Rosalie was as tough as nails and would back down from no one. She had such a great sense of humor and was very witty she didn’t miss much. As I said before Rosalie Marie Jeffries has a very special place in my heart always may you rest in peace Rosalie Marie Jeffries love you always see you soon.
Ma this is our firth Thanksgiving without. Ma please don’t bossy with the angels. I know you .
The InnovAge PACE Richmond family send our sincere condolences to the Jeffries family and loved ones. I pray that the God of all comfort will keep this family in the center of His peace and surround them with His love and grace. It has been our honored to serve Mrs. Jeffries and her family. I pray that you find comfort in knowing that Rosalie will always loom large in our memories.