Rose Mary Mitchell

Rosemary Mitchell (77), a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, in Roswell, Georgia. She was born on September 6, 1948, to the late Faye and Lula Belle (Williams) Jackson in Kalamazoo, Michigan. In addition to her years as a devoted homemaker, she worked at Humphrey Products before moving to Marietta, Georgia. Rose’s greatest joy was her family, spending time with them, and proudly sharing stories of her children and grandchildren. She was the heart of her family, the bond that held them together, and she taught by example the power of gratitude, love, and resilience. Rose had a smile that transformed her face and a laugh that was loud, contagious, and unforgettable. She could convey a hundred words with a single glance or expression. She was a hugger, and people would line up for her hugs. Her delight in life was evident—the joyful sound effects she made when savoring a delicious meal spoke to her deep appreciation for simple pleasures. Despite being an introvert, Rose was often at the center of a gathering of people playing board games and watching crime shows. She had a weakness for luxurious bath products, expensive perfumes, and Coach purses. Generous to everyone but herself, Rose never fully realized her own worth or how much joy she brought to those around her. She was known for her kindness, offering a listening ear, a helping hand, or simply her presence that made others feel seen and valued. She had the rare gift of making friends wherever she went and could uncover someone’s life story, including exactly how they felt about their mother, in the span of an hour. Her green thumb managed to make every plant she touched thrive. In outward appearance, she was the epitome of demure, but her words were colorful, and sometimes, more like a sailor’s than a grandmother's. She was a bit of a gambler. She could throw a mean spades party, and she enjoyed playing the numbers, bingo, and dime slot machines. She liked to win, and her competitive spirit came alive in chair volleyball at her retirement community. She loved putting together 1000-piece puzzles and spoiling her grandchildren. Though she rarely consulted a recipe, her cooking was legendary among family and friends—her baked macaroni and cheese, crescent-shaped dinner rolls, and pound cake remain treasured family traditions. Rose lived with quiet courage. She was afraid of many things, but she faced her fears daily and never let them stop her from experiencing life. Deeply rooted in her Christian faith, she attended Bible study regularly and found strength in being a child of Christ. Although she did not consider herself an activist, she could never stay quiet in the face of injustice, never hesitating to speak up or help someone in need. She is survived by her nine children: Desmond (Kelli Pulido) Mitchell, Askari (Helen Widener) Mitchell, Keeoctae (Donald) Matthews, Kentasu (Haqikah Seaberry) Mitchell, Freedom Mitchell, Azalia (Charles-Patrick Almazor) Mitchell, Kwasi (Kathleen Sullivan) Mitchell, Christyn Mitchell, and Christopher (Anne-Laure D’hooghe) Mitchell; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; three sisters; a brother; and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her sister, Brenda Cooper. A celebration of Rose’s life will be held at Northside Chapel Funeral Directors and Crematory in Roswell, Georgia on Friday, October 24, 2025. The public viewing is at 10:00 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Please come ready to share a story or memory in her honor. In lieu of flowers, consider donating to FBCW/Women’s Pregnancy Center (https://roswellstreet.com/give/) in Marietta, Georgia where Rose volunteered weekly for 10 years.

Rose Mary Mitchell

September 6, 1948 - September 30, 2025