Mrs. Rose Kermenia Jones

“Stand still and see the salvation of the Lord, stand still and see His Glory!” ROSE KERMENIA WOODFOLK JONES was peacefully called to eternal rest on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. The seventh child of the late Clarence and Theresa Woodfolk was born in Baltimore, Maryland on January 15, 1936. Rose was the last of her siblings who preceded her in death: brothers Clarence (Piggy), Louis (Phalander), Joseph (Cup), Elmer (Eggie), and John (Ducky); and her sisters Doretha (Doby), Margaret, and Zelma (Sis) all of them she loved so much. Rose attended Dunbar High School in Baltimore. She accepted Christ, joined Pleasant Hope Baptist Church on January 28, 1996 and both she and her husband “Pete” were baptized by the late Rev. Dr. Samuel A. Blow. There she served faithfully as part of the Mass Choir, Nurses Ministry, Kitchen staff and Ushers Ministry. She loved her Pastor and found joy in serving. In later years, she came as a watch care member under Pastor Blow and the New Zion Hill Baptist Church. Rose was married to her loving and devoted husband, Percy Lee Jones, (“Pete”) for 72 years. Praise the Lord!! They were devoted to one another and always put family first. Rose was affectionately known by many endearing names: Rose, Rosey, Mickey, Aunt Mickey, Grandma, Grand Rosie, Momma Rose, Mrs. Jones, Beautiful and most of all Mom. She was loved by many friends, neighbors, co-workers and family who sought her out for her loving and giving spirit. She was always willing to listen, give a hand or just give that beautiful smile that said, “I care about you.” Rosie never shied away from working and supporting her family, having worked at Two Guys, Shoppers Fair and London Fog, with her longest tenue being at St. Joseph’s Hospital in East Baltimore, then in Towson, Maryland. Her passion and natural calling was in caring for others. She opened her home to care for family members and nurse them back to health. Even when raising her own young children, she opened her home to provide a place to live for her younger siblings, even adopting two neighborhood kids as her own. It was just her nature to take care of others. Rose retired from St. Joseph’s Hospital after more than 25 years and spent her retirement years with her husband and family traveling with her bowling team, having family game nights, regular walks with neighbors and friends and regular “retail therapy” with a love for visiting thrift stores. The welcome mat was always out at 3482. They opened their home for neighborhood bible study. You could never leave without a snack or meal; something was always cooking and ready for whoever stopped by. Her chili and macaroni salad were favorites along with snacks and any kind of candy you could imagine. Her favorite was caramels with Mike and Ikes a close second. Rose was a happy person who you could always find singing or humming melodies as she went throughout her day. She was our “Rose” that God had picked especially for our family. She was a gift. When she became unable to care for herself, her children and family rallied to take care of her at home. Her daughters, Terra and Diane devoted their lives to caring for their Mom around the clock, showering her with love and great care. Special thanks to Chernise Matthews, one of Rose’s devoted caregivers who lovingly took care of her for almost a year. Also thanks to next door neighbors Howard and Cheryl McMillan and Gail Suggs who were always there to give help and support whenever called upon. Rose leaves to cherish her memory, the love of her life, her loving and devoted husband, Percy Jones; children, Terra Sims (Horace), Diane Tucker, and Maurice Jones; brothers-in-law, Alfred Jones and James Jones, Jr.; sisters-in-law, Rosa Woodfolk, Rita Jones, Constance Stewart and Maureen Woodfolk of Texas; grands and great-grandchildren, Ashley, Nacie, Tiffany, Ace, Jordyn, Jadeyn; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, neighbors and friends She was our precious Rose and the sweet fragrance of her life will always be with us. Although our hearts are broken, we rejoice for our beautiful Rose has been planted in Heaven in our Father’s Garden, and God only picks the very best! A leaf has fallen from the family tree, and I know you will always remember me. Remember the best times, the laughter, the songs, the good life I lived while I was strong. Continue my legacy, I’m counting on you. Keep smiling and surely the sun will shine through. My mind is at ease and my soul is at rest. Remembering everything, how I truly was blessed. Keep up the traditions, family and all, no matter how big or small. Go on with your life, don’t worry at all. God will be there to catch your falls. I know you will miss me, but keep up your chin, until the day comes when we’re all together again. To my Family and Friends From Rose

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Mrs. Rose Kermenia Jones

January 15, 1936 - April 9, 2025