Rose M. Williams, daughter of Thelma Jackson and Willie James Morris was born in Bronson, Florida on May 21,1953. She was a straight-A graduate of Bronson High School, Bronson, Florida and was a loving mother to her four children, Joey, Laurinda, Tanetra and Terrence. Rose was reared under the fear and admonition of God. Rose was a member of Saint Mary Missionary Baptist Church, Largo, Florida, under the leadership of Reverend Benny Dyer.

After graduating high school, Rose began building her legacy and joined the United States Army, where she served in excellence with the Military Police and did a “tour of duty” in Germany. She was honorably discharged in 1988. Rose continued her service with the United Postal Service, where she ultimately retired. Rose served with the spirit of excellence in every capacity in both her military and civilian life. She was the epitome of a life of selfless acts.

Rose always served her family and community with love and a sparkling smile. She never met a stranger and would give the blouse off her back to help someone in need. Her culinary skills were superb, and not only would she feed her community, but she would also nourish their soul. Rose was a connoisseur of travel and had a diverse group of friends that were touched by her presence. She left a lingering scent of friendship everywhere her feet roamed.

Rose was predeceased by her mother, Thelma Jackson-Harper, sister, Jackie Harper, brother, Willie James, Morris, Jr., and granddaughter, Aneese.

On Friday, December 9, 2022, Rose transitioned from this earthly life into her “Eternal Rest”.

Rose is survived by her children: Joey L. Carter Sr. (Erica Carter), Laurinda Andujar (Richard Andujar), Tanetra Williams, and Terrence A. Williams Sr. (Shamekia Williams); siblings: Shirley Boyd Hamilton, David Morris, Sr., Robin D. Morris, Sr, Kenneth Morris, Sr, Barbara McFadden (Quinten McFadden) and Yolanda Harper; grandchildren: Jasmine Carter, Joey Carter, Jr., Dominick Frazier, Donte Frazier, Terrence Williams, Jocelyn Carter, Terrence A Williams, Anthony L. Williams, Julian Andujar, Elijah Williams, Shaun, Amaya, Tianie, Myles and Morgan Carter; great-grandchildren, Ta´liyah, Zamaiya, Kiannni, Yumari, Kaniah, Karter, Kori, and Kamari; aunts: Barbara J. Gainey, Margaret McKay and Dorothy Edwards; and a host of sister-cousins, cousins, nephews, nieces and friends.

Visitation: Friday, December 16, 2022, 5:00-7:00 P.M., Smith Young Funeral Home, 1005 Howard Street, Clearwater, Florida 33756.

Funeral Service: Saturday, December 17, 2022, 11:00 A.M., St. Mary Missionary Baptist Church, 2104 12th Street Southwest, Largo, Florida 33778.

Services Entrusted To: Smith Young Funeral Home and Cremation Service - 727-442-2388.