Rosetta Marie Mayo

Rosetta Marie Mayo, daughter of the late John Henry and Helen Elizabeth Royster, nee Lawson, was born on June 27, 1946 in North Carolina. On December 17, 2023, God, in his infinite wisdom, called her into eternal peace an rest. A few years after her birth, Rosetta's parents relocated to Maryland. She was educated in the Baltimore City Public School System and later graduated with a bachelor's degree from Morgan State University, laying the foundation for a future dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. While living in Maryland, she met David Vernell Mayo through a mutual friend. This courtship progressed over time to a marriage proposal, and they were united in holy matrimony on September 7, 1969. From this union, they were blessed with three children: Angela, David, and Thurston. With a heart full of empathy and compassion, Rosetta continued her academic journey, earning a master's degree in social work from the University of Maryland. She began her career as a social worker for the Baltimore City Department of Social Services. Here Rosetta created volunteer services programs aimed to uplift and support those in need. She also worked tirelessly to advocate for youth in the foster care system. Up until her death, Rosetta maintained an active relationship with one of her foster care children for over thirty years. Her children affectionately called her "big sister Gloria". Rosetta was a protective mother and very active in her children's education, social and extracurricular activities. She loved to travel and read, something she passed down to her children. Family vacations were exciting and often lasted for weeks or months, One of her proudest moments was witnessing all her children graduate from college, And with every graduation Rosetta was there to lend a helping hand with job application, guidance, resume tips and interview preparation. She supported her children professional pursuits until the very end, Rosetta was a devoted mother, grandmother sister aunt and friend with a very realistic outlook on life. She enjoyed watching Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy and CNN. These were sacred times, and everyone knew to either watch in silence or leave the room. Rosetta loving tending to her plants and gardening, something that brought her great joy. One of his greatest joys came later in life, when her daughter Angela and two grandchildren, Ethan and Lauren moved back home. Having a full house gave Rosetta comfort in knowing that she was never alone.She built a special bond with her grandchildren that they will cherish forever. Despite major health issues, Rosetta never complained. In fact, one of her favorite songs was I' Won't Complain and she would often say that all her good days outweighted her bad days. Rosetta leaves to celebrate her life and cherish her memories three devoted children, Angela Haskell, David Mayo II and Thurston Mayo: six sisters, Corinthina Curbeam, Lula Weaver, Henrietta Moody, Gina Byrdsong, Lynetta Hawkins, and Lynn Foster, two grandchildren, Ethan Haskell and Lauren Bolling and a host ofother relatives and friends.

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Rosetta Marie Mayo

June 27, 1946 - December 17, 2023