Matt know that I am truly sorry for your loss. It has taken me some time to comment to you Rosa on your guest book but I am sure you have heard my unspoken words. I am more than grateful for all you had ever done for me. Accepting me and loving me. I appreciated you and loved you the same. I didn't want to come to believe that you were as ill as you were. I should have been there for you as you had me. For that I am sorry. You was a fine, beautiful, very smart woman that in ways I truly admired you for. I know you are much happier in a much better place and we will see one another one day. Until then tell Jerald hello for me & give Mommaw & Poppaw tons of love and hugs from me.  I love you Rosa. You will forever be close to me in heart~ love your nephew.

Thinking of you, we miss you so much.  I know you are in a better place.

Matt, our hearts go out to you for the lost of Rosa,just remrmber that you are going to see Rosa again ,she is going to say what took you so long,she is having a great time with Jesus. we are praying for you and just remember keep looking up and trusting God word.

Heaven has a special angel now....one like no other.  Our Angel Rosa is forever with us here and we all feel her love surrounding us.  It was a privilege and an honor to have known Rosa -- though just a few years.  I miss her-- I miss her warm smile, her infectious laugh and soft mixed WV and AL accent!  Her eyes sparkled...she glowed ---she was just so full of love. My prayers to Rosa's family and for precious Matt.  God will comfort you and Rosa is always with you.

Matt our prayers go out to you,remember the good times that you had together and    remember that one day we are going to see Rosa again,she is with Jesus now having a time with him so sorry that for your lost, keep looking up and God is going to help you throw the days ahead ,He wont leave us and he is going to help you heal. God bless you and keep you in his loving arms

A tremendous loss for Matt and all that loved Rosa. Heaven gained a precious angel.

Rosa was a beautiful person inside and out! I am thankful for precious memories!

The prayers and suffering are over for you my dear friend! You have been set free! Praise God , you are free at last! I love you and I'll never forget you.

 I remember Rosa as a very sweet caring lady. She always had a beautiful smile for all,very thoughtful person to all, she was a angel placed here on earth for alittle while. This old world needs more like Rosa. She will sadly be missed by all. Rest in piece Rosa, we will all miss you so much.Praying for family and friends.

Rosa was a beautiful & sweet person. She was not only a classmate of mine, but also my friend. Her passing has really saddened me! I know she has touched many lives. She will be sadly missed not only by her family, but her friends as well! R.I.P. Rosa!

So saddened to learn of Rosa'a death.  I will be praying for her family and friends in the days and months ahead.  She will be truly missed!  She was my husband's cousin as well.

Rosa was a beautiful lady with a sweet smile and a way of making you feel like you had known her all your life after just meeting. I am thankful for the time I was able to spend with her getting to know her. She was so kind, caring, and generous. The love she gave to me and my family was powerful and genuine and I will never forget how good it felt being near her. We will miss you dear Lady and we will never forget you. Your passing is truly a great loss for not only us but for the world that you made brighter.

rosa and i lived next door to each other for years. she had a wonderful family and she was a sweet person. beautiful inside and out. we also grew up with matt. he was a loving and giving person to rosa.love and prayers for him and rosa;s family. becky mckinney. lerona wva

Rosa will be remembered as the sweetest, most kind, helpful, smart, beautiful, spiritual, loving, giving person I've ever had the honor of knowing.  Years ago we'd talk on the phone for hours at a time.  She taught me so much over the years, and she was like my son's second mom.  She was amazing in every way and was an inspiration to anybody who was lucky enough to have known her.  I'm so thankful in Rosa's time of need that Matt, an angel himself, who obviously possesses the same qualities as Rosa, was there for her.  Rosa, I'll always love you and think of you.  Matt, we love you.

"Rosa and I were in school together!! We lost track of each other until a few years ago!! She was so beautiful and smart!! We loved sharing what we had been doing all these years!! She always commented on all my photos of my children and grandchildren!! It broke my heart when I learned how very sick she was!! I prayed for her all the time!! I will miss our wonderful chats. I loved you dearly Rosa!! We will meet again one day !! Heaven gained an angel!!!"
                                                   Barbara Huffman Kiser  Class of '66

We will always think of Rosa as a beautiful soul inside and out. We loved her very much.

we all grew up together while our lives maybe with experiences different those memories we will always have thanks for the memories your life made a difference

My beautiful Facebook friend is now in Heaven and without the pain she has suffered for so long. I will miss you my dear friend and I am richer for having known you. I will miss our chats and prayers. You are amazing. See you soon my friend.   

Love,
Linda Johnston-Bennett

Rosa was a very special person and not only an inspiration to me, but so many others. I'll miss sending and receiving messages from her. Heaven's gain!!!

My name is Nina Clay, & my sister, Dorothy McKinney Adkins, was best friends with Rosa.  She used to spend nights with us, &  oh the fun we did have!!!!  My heart goes out to all her family, & to Matt!!!  Rosa was such a loving person, & Heaven gained a beautiful angel, when she left here!!!  We will see her again when we reach the streets of Heaven, & find her surrounded by little children!!!!   I speak for myself, & my sister Dorothy!!!  God bless all of you, & keep you safe in his loving arms  in your time of sorrow!!!

I attended High School with Rosa and we were the best of friends.  We lost touch after graduation and only recently did we get in touch with each other.  My heart goes out to Matt and all of Rosa's family Ennice Birchfield Sweigart.

 We miss you Rosa, But know you are pain free and happy in Heaven. we will see you again soon.. We are passing through this world it is not our home... John 14: 1-3.. you have your mansion now.. Love you.. 
Virginia Hoge Williams..

I know heaven is brighter today because of our sweet Jupe. Will always love you. Mark, Julie Fernandez and family..

So sorry to hear of rosa's passing. My thoughts & prayers are with the family.

I am so sorry to hear of your loss of such a dear person.  I never met Rosa in person, but I had talked with her on the internet. She will be missed by many.

I don't know exactly what to say....only, I loved you Rosa...I never had a friend as close as we were at one time...I miss you Rosa but I would not bring you back from the best and most beautiful place you've ever been in for nothing. Now you're at peace, no pain and as beautiful as ever. Love you alwys...until we meet again.

My deepest sympathy goes out to Matt and Rosa's family.  I know how hard it must be on everyone to lose such a wonderful lady that has been in your lives for many years, but God will comfort the weary and heavy heart.  Even though I didnt really know 
Rosa, except on FB, from Matt to send me a friend request. She always left comments that was enjoyable to read. I could tell that Rosa had faith in her God as she would express, and to know that she found comfort and peace in the Lord. Rosa, I was glad to have know you for a short while, rest in peace my friend.  My prayers going out for Matt and family.

I was so sorry to hear of Rosa's passing.  I had not seen her since graduation, but she was such a nice person.  You always hate to hear of something happening to friends you had in school or from work.  I hope time and your memories will give you peace. The service was very nice and the music was beautiful.

Even though the brightness of your light is in heaven now, the memory of you continues to shine with no less intensity in our hearts!  My dearest, most precious friend, I look forward to the day when I will be able to see your beautiful smile again and hear you say, "Hey, Ruth!"  People speak of you as if you are no more, but you are just in another place...a place of peace and rest and no pain. I am thankful that God blessed you with Matt in this life, because he so unselfishly loved you and continues to love you more than any of us. My heart aches for him the most, even though the void is great for us all. I know you are thinking about us even now, as we are thinking of you. Our hearts selfishly miss you, because you are a uniquely special soul with such a strong reflection of God. Until we meet again in heaven, dearest friend, I will miss you fiercely!  Rosa, I love you!!!

my sweet sweet rosa ... your journey has ended but now you have another journey one that reunites you with your loved ones who have gone before, one were you are no longer sick and i know even thou its bitter sweet for all of us that are left behind its wonderful for you i can see you smiling and hugging everyone just as you did when you were on this journey! until our trails meet again, you will be embedded in my heart forever.. love kim and ron johnson....

Please accept my prayers, love, and condolences during the loss of Rosa.  I pray God grants you peace during the difficult days ahead.

Walking on streets of gold I love you Rosa..

March 12, 2013

I am soo sory for the loss of a very sweet and special friend, Rosa...went to school with her for years, and she was always the same...such a beautiful person inside and out..loved getting reaquainted on FB...loved her sooo much...and it even goes back further than that...my mom and dad knew her mom and dad and always talked about them soo much what sweet people they were...My thoughts and prayers are with all the family right now...Words are beyond how I feel, but want you to know how very special Rosa was to not only me, but so many other people...much love and many prayers..


Jenny Waycaster...Slab Fork, WV..

We were so sorry to learn of the loss of Rosa.  Not only did we go go school together, but we also had the pleasure of being with her at Pittston.  She was such a beautiful person inside and out.  Our thoughts and condolences are with her family.

                                      
Larry and Sara Bane (Beckley,WV)

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal but love leaves memories no one can steal. I'm very thankful for the many wonderful memories I have from Aunt Rosa's with my cousins as a child and then as an adult during my college days. Aunt Rosa you are loved and definitely missed. Praying for my Campbell family. May God give that peace that only He can give.

My consolesences to Rosa's family.  She was a wonderful person who I had the pleasure of meeting years ago.  I will miss her sweet smile and hearing her tell memories of her childhood.

Dear Rosa, you were a very special person. Now you are pain free and comforted in God's loving arm. Rosa and I had birthdays so close together. She was such a good friend. I will treasure those memories. Our prayers are with her family at this difficult time.

Rosa and I were best friends in high school.  I'm so sorry I didn't know of her illness as we had lost contact many years ago.  I'm so thankful she was a part of my life.  When I think of her I can't help but smile....I always will.  She was special.

We are so sorry to hear about Rosa's passing.  She was a wonderful person and friend.  We lived near her in Mullens and know her family.  Our prayers are with her family for comfort for their loss.  
                                     Donald and Martie Moore

I have alot of memories of Rosa, being in church with her at one time in our life, visiting and talking with her as she worked at Professional Office Services, and a very good e-mail buddy. She would send me some wonderfull  e-mails of all kind right when I needed them, thank you Rosa. Rest in PEACE.

God will hold you in his arms now.  All the family will be there to greet you. Your race is over now. Rest. You will be missed.

I have so many wonderful memories of Rosa. I loved her dearly and will miss her always.

Thinking of the Rosa who was my friend in high school.  Miss those days and sorry for this loss.

Rosa and I grew up next door when we were kids she was like my sister. She will be missed by all.Our thoughts and prayers are with you Matt and the family. We love you.

Patty & jimmy Farruggia,  
Rhodell, WV

I am very broken hearted to hear that Rosa has passed away. She had such beauty inside and out.. I am glad she is out of pain and in Heaven with Jesus, her babies and her family. All my Love to Matt and her family. We will all cross the thresholds of Jordan one day. Rosa just made it alittle before us.. Love and Prayers, Posey & Virginia

To my big sis you will always be in our memories with love and care. Be sure and give Mom and Dad a big hug from all of us who have not made the journey yet BR

All my love and prayers to Matt and Rosa"s entire family.May Gods loving arms surround each of you and give you that peace that passes all understanding.

She was my aunt and i loved her and will still miss her everyday that goes by Love you aunt rosa!

Our family prays for Rosa, Matt and her family. We are honored to have known Rosa, she was a beacon to all. May God be with you all during your time of grief and always.

God bless all of you in your time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.  Matt we are thinking about you and praying for you.  

Love and prayer,

we grew up next door to each other.hadn't seen her in years but rosa and all of her family were wonderful people.she grew up with a big heart and a beautiful woman.lots of memories. love and prayers for all of the family and to matt.

I met Rosa when she taught me medical transcription.....my prayers are with you

I worked with Rosa for a short time and was friends with her for several years. My memories will be she was attractive both inside and out. A gregarious person. An outgoing and fun to be around person. I will miss my friend.

May God comfort your grieving hearts and give you peace knowing that her suffering is over.  Rosa was a classmate and dear friend.  God bless.

A special Lady has gone on to be with the LORD. We loved her dearly,and will miss her so much.  Uncle Paul & Aunt Evelyn

My heart goes out to all you left behide! RIP Rosa, I will always love and miss you!

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Rosa McKinney

January 12, 1949 – March 3, 2013

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