OBITUARY
Anita Marie Acosta
October 15, 1970 – June 10, 2011
Anita Marie Acosta October 15, 1970—June 10, 2011
Anita Marie Acosta, known to family and friends as “Neet-Neet” was born to unity of Anita and Roosevelt Jackson. She was born on October 15, 1970 at Jacobi Medical Center. She was raised in the Bronx with her older sister, Claudia (“Chyna”) and two younger brothers, Roosevelt Douglas and Curtis. Anita loved being named after her mother and having her big brown eyes, was “daddy’s girl”, looked up to her sister, and mentored her brothers.
Anita was a bright and pleasant student who teachers admired and adored. Although, usually one of the smaller students in the class, she left a big impression on them, even graduated Student of the Year in 6th grade! As a teenager, she was already goal-oriented and loved to look distinguished. She was probably the only student attending Roosevelt High School wearing a two-piece suit and stilettos! She took pride in her early work ethics, enabling her to contribute to the household at the tender age of 16. Her very first job was at Walker & Bailey Law Office, initially part-time after school, then full-time upon high school graduation for 7 years. Continuing in the law field, she went on to work for Krez & Peisner, LLP, for 6 years, where her proficient and diligent work lead to her position as office manager. Her final employment was at Wilson-Elser Law firm until she became ill in 1999.
She had a passion for Law and enjoyed TV shows like Law & Order, I-Detective and loved her some Judge Judy! She also enjoyed CSI, Forensic Files, Court TV, and Americas Most Wanted. Her favorite music was oldies but goodies, the kind of music that got her here! Favorite movie was Cooley High. No matter how many times she watched, she’d cry at the end when the song “it’s so hard to say goodbye to yesterday” played. A song now dedicated to her.
Although Anita didn’t party much, her sister and cousin managed to get her out one night where she met and fell in love with Ricardo Acosta. It was love at first site for the two and they’ve been inseparable ever since. They were married a year later on March 16, 1996. Sadly, their 15th wedding anniversary was spent this year in the hospital with her husband, Ricardo, at her bedside (“for better or for worse…in sickness and in health”). If you know Anita, you’d know that her wedding day was the happiest day of her life!
Her family was her everything! As a mother, she schooled her two daughters, Jennifer and Regine (ages 21 & 13), motivating and keeping it real with them. She made them comfortable in knowing that she was open to talk about anything, loving and accepting them as they are.
She was extremely fortunate and blessed to have a mother and father-in-law like Taty and Angel, who loved and cared for her so much, like the daughter they never had. They went above and beyond to be there for her in her time of need. It’s crystal clear why she was so fond of them and the feeling was definitely mutual. Her brother-in-law, Angel, Jr., likes to joke that her favorite Spanish words were “Ay Dios Mio!” meaning “Oh my God!”, as she truly doted on being “Mrs. Acosta”!
On June 10, 2011, a lil before 3 am, Anita Marie Acosta was called home by her Heavenly Father. She fought a good fight and now her suffering is over! She leaves to celebrate her memory. . .her husband, Ricardo, 2 daughters, Jennifer and Regine, pet bird, Rico, mother, Anita Ann, father, Roosevelt, 1 sister, Claudia, 2 brothers, Roosevelt D and Curtis, maternal grandmother, Ruth, mother-in-law, Taty, father-in-law, Angel, brother-in-law, Angel, Jr., sister-in-law, Yolanda, 6 nieces, 5 nephews and a hosts of aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and co-workers!
Arrangements under the direction of Walter B. Cooke Funeral Home, New York, NY.
Services
- Visitation Monday, June 13, 2011
- Visitation Monday, June 13, 2011
REMEMBERING
Anita Marie Acosta
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RECEIVE UPDATESPaula Kitt
June 5, 2012
I do think about you my precious one; I called you my niece and you knew me as your auntie. I will never forget you, how I used to baby sit you and you never gave me any trouble, just was a sweet spirited girl as a sweet spirited person you grew up to be. Heavens gain is our lost. RIP.....
Nanette Rivers-Haskins
June 4, 2012
My dearest Anita June 10th, 2012 will be a year you have spent in heaven. Missing you and our lenghty conversation we shared..continue to rest in peace. your friend Nanette
regine acosta
May 16, 2012
still thunkin bout you mommy i bet no one even goes on here no more :(
Mrs. Margaret Francis
April 11, 2012
No hay que dar paso a la tristeza, pero debemos confiar en el padre que dijo ". . . cualquiera que desee, tome gratis el agua de la vida." -Revelación 22:17
(Juan 17:3) . . . Esto significa vida eterna, el que estén adquiriendo conocimiento de ti, el único Dios verdadero, y de aquel a quien tú enviaste, Jesucristo.
Let us not give way to grief but trust in the father of the one who said "let anyone that wishes take life's water free." - Revelation 22:16, 17
"This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, and of the one whom you sent forth, Jesus Christ" -John 17:3
June 17, 2011
My deepest condolences to the Acosta, Jackson & McCorkle family. Words will never ease the pain, but lots of prayer will definitely make it a tad bit better.
Anita fought a fight that most people could not have fought. She was a strong, vibrant & determined individual. It is my prayer that her strength, wisdom & determination has been passed to all of you at this most difficult time & it continues to carry you 2the years ahead.
God makes no mistakes! I love you all, & I will continue to pray for yall! Rich, hang in there. You have 2 beautiful daughters, an extension of you & Neet's love. Be blessed always!
Kesha Huddleson, Newark, Delaware
June 16, 2011
I would like to give my deepest condolences to the Acosta family for their loss...Anita was a very dear friend of mine and i will miss her ...we will see each other again in heaven
Dennis WIlliams
Bx, NY
Tanaya Jenkins
June 14, 2011
May God continue to shine his light on you and your family during your time of bereavement...
Tanaya Jenkins
June 14, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
nicole bazemore
June 14, 2011
curtis my heart truly goes out to you and your familly for your lost i am praying for yall to have peace of mind i know this is very hard,,,you know how we do and if you ever need to talk no matter what time your friend is here..nicole bazemore
Linda Cox
June 13, 2011
To the Acosta Family
My deepest condolences to you all. May you hold onto all the beautiful memories you have and may you rest in peace Anita...God has received another angel!
Jacqui Powell
June 13, 2011
Dear Rich, my Brother: Words cannot describe the sorrow I feel for you and your family at this most difficult time. I pray your strength in the Lord each and every day. May your loving and cherished memories with Anita always keep her close to your heart.
Love you always,
Jacqui, Mateen and Daquan
June 13, 2011
To the Acosta and Jackson Family:
I was saddened when I heard the passing of Anita. My deepest condolences. Laverne & Family, Bronx, NY
virginia george
June 13, 2011
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.
GREG CUMMINGS
June 13, 2011
To the Acosta Family, Rich my Brother i love you and my nieces. Our prayers are with you and the Family at these tough times. THE CUMMINGS FAMILY
Paula Kitt
June 13, 2011
What can you say, when one leaves us. There are no words to express that hole that is left. Anita used to call me auntie, I baby sat her for many yrs, she was my neice. I had lost a brother so I can feel Claudia, Roosevelt and Curtis pain. I learned to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. As I pray for healing to the family, I know that our Neet Neet is at her home on high. Heaven is now her home. You have my love and sympathy as well my brother Ricardo and grand neices, Jennifer and Regine I love you. Weeping may endureth for a night, but joy comes in the morning.
Kay Tolsie
June 13, 2011
Rich, I remember the day I met Anita. It was back in 1998. She brought Regine in to the office because you wanted to show off your new baby. I remembered Anita's bright smile and those big beautiful eyes. She was very sweet and was so full of happiness with baby Regine (who puked on me by the way). smile :) She is gone but definitely not forgotten. You are my big brother and i love you. Please continue to live, love and cherish her memory as I know she will be in our hearts always. God bless!
Loretta Johnson
June 13, 2011
"To the Acosta Family, sorry for your lost. My prayers will always be with you and your family. She fought a good fight, we love her but God loved her best"
Derneesha Lopez
June 13, 2011
Dear Anita,
"Your memory will last forever in our hearts with a smile that will shine forever and a day. You have left such a memorable spirit in all of our minds and you shall TRULY BE missed. A beautiful soul, that can never be replaced, I love you"
Tracy Kitt
June 13, 2011
It takes a special kind of person and a wonderful type of family to bring tears to the eyes of one’s that do not know you as well as others do. Knowing and loving Ricardo is an extension of loving his wonderful family…. I can only imagine the pain that your family is feeling at this time. I hope that the prayers and well wishes of others is some small comfort to you. Know that all of you are loved…
To the sweet young lady graduating, your mom is so proud of you… It’s a mother’s dream and believe me, your mom will be there in spirit. To the other family members, I leave this message: “What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget”.
Love and peace..
Eartha & Dice
June 13, 2011
Our Deepest Condolence goes out to the Acosta, Jackson & McCorkle Family. There are no words anyone can say that can ease your pain. We are so sorry for your lost. It's "NEVER" easy to loose a "LOVE ONE" Wife, Mother, Daugther, Sister, Aunt or Niece. GOD BLESS this Family in their time of Sorrow.
Jessica Lott
June 13, 2011
To Anita's loving family may god be with you in your time of sorrow. God bless she is at rest and free from pain. Till we meet again
LaShaun Rambert
June 12, 2011
My dearest Anita I remember meeting you when I started at Walker & Bailey you took me under your wing i remember when you got pregnant with Jennifer and you was determined to make it and you did baby girl you held it down all by yourself until you met your beautiful husband. I am sad right now but i know you are in a better place God bless you and that beautiful smile
Love Always LaShaun
Vernica Muir
June 12, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Valerie Blyden
June 12, 2011
To the Acosta/McCorkle Family.
I was saddened to hear about the passing of Neet-Neet, and I want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
You have my deepest condolences.
May God continue to watch over you all during your time of loss.
Anthony & Beatrix Bagnati
June 12, 2011
Dear Rich, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. All the pictures look so beautiful.
Byron Parker
June 12, 2011
My condolences to the family of Anita Marie Acosta. And I pray you find some measurable amount of peace and understandung from this, time of departure. May God strengthen the family.
Sincerely,
Byron J.Parker
Debra Jackson
June 12, 2011
The world is minus one beautiful angel. Looking at Anita's picture here reminds me of her wonderful and beautiful smile. She was a strong woman for most of us would not have been able to fight the long battle she sustained. Resting in God's arms now at peace and rest reminding us that life and love both are precious. Prayers of God's strength, love and peace for the family at this time.
Robert and Sache' Jacks
June 12, 2011
To the Acosta Family, (Rich) my other baby brother. May God Bless you and your family. Know that the Holy Spirit is their to comfort you all. We will keep you in our prayers. Love you much. Sache'
Teresa Ingram
June 12, 2011
Anita ... I love you, my friend. I will miss you. Short and sweet - just like you. Rest well; we'll meet again.
Baby Girl
June 12, 2011
Dear, mommy
I will miss u so much and i wish you did not go so soon, but im also happy that you do not have to suffer no more in pain, we will all miss you, daddy, jenny, and me i love you with all my heart and i hope you watch me graduate on june, 23, 2011 i wish you was there but i really hope you sitting there in sprit i love you and R.I.P. MOMMY
Love,Regine Acosta AKA (BABY GIRL)
Latrice Stowe
June 11, 2011
To the Acosta Family,
My deepest condolences to each one of you. I have such fond memories of Anita and she will truly be missed. Ricardo, Jennifer, and Regina - you all were her heart. She loved each one of you so much. I pray that God will give you strength and comfort to ease the pain of your loss. May the memories of all of the good times and loved shared forever be in your hearts. God bless you all.
(Latrice - Nanette's Daughter)
Nanette Rivers-Haskins
June 10, 2011
My dearest Anita, thank you for the 25 plus years. You were a beautiful person to have known. I will cherish our friendship and all our memories, email letters and conversations. My dearest Anita rest in peace until we reunite again.
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