Roz played basketball at Lakeside High School. Following high school, she attended and graduated from Philander Smith College where she played women's college basketball and volleyball. While there she pledged and became a sorority sister of Zeta Phi Beta, Incorporated, Tau Chapter in 1976. She graduated on May 7, 1978. After working diligently in the public school system, she was employed with the city of Dermott in a different career that she enjoyed tremendously. For over 20 years, Mrs. Moore was a dedicated City Water treatment Manager until her health eventually failed. She planted vegetables in her garden every year and always gifted her family and friends with tomatoes, peas, butter beans, etc. and she was an avid dominoes player. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by four sisters, Beatrice, Doris, Julia Maxine, and Beverly Ann; six brothers, James Starling, John Willie, Joseph (Nancy) , Larry, Claude, and Benjamin.
She leaves to cherish her memory a daughter, Rozelle; three sisters, Celia, Paulette, and Angee; two brothers, Arthur Thomas (Olivia) and Sam; special nephews, Edmund, Gerald Jr., Herman ''CJ''; special nieces, Ruqaiyah, Lynnette and Allison; a grandniece, Cailynn; grandnephews, Geremiah and Gabriel; closest friends, Elmer ''Buddy'' Boatner, Martha Jones, Chivonne ''CC'' Butcher, City of Dermott Mayor Walter Donald and fellow City Hall co-workers; ex-husband, Wadie Moore; along with a host of nieces, nephews, grand and great grand nieces and nephews, and cousins.
Graveside services will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday, the 12th of May 2022, at the Montrose Community Cemetery, US-82 BUS, Montrose, AR 71658. "Mrs. Moore and her family sincerely appreciate the wonderful care given to her by the men and women of the Hospice Home Care of Monticello and Little Rock; the CHI St. Vincent Infirmary and CARTI in Little Rock; The Woods of Monticello; The City of Dermott Nursing Home and her personal in-home health care assistants." You can sign Roz's guestbook page at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(12)
Mellisha S Medlock
LITTLE ROCK, AR Monday, June 6, 2022 Ms. Angee, praying for GOD to wrap his arms around you, and give you the total strength needed to process and heal during this difficult time. Through you, I've witnessed all that your sister and love ones have endured, and even though you'll miss her, she's no longer suffering. You and your family have beautiful memories and moments instilled in your hearts that will last for eternity through each of you. One day at a time...Class of 1980, Lakeside High, Lake Village
Lake Village, AR Monday, May 16, 2022 Our deepest sympathy extended to you, Angie Dickens Butcher, from the classmates who your sister, Rosalyn, took under her wings of protection. She was such a nice and caring teacher with a smooth glow about her that made us want to learn. We are praying for her daughter, Rozelle and you and your family. God bless and keep you all. With love, the LHS Class of 1980R. Sayles
St. Louis, MO Sunday, May 15, 2022 To Angee Butcher and Family, I pray that The Most High comforts you and gives you peace and strength doing this time. Know that my prayers are with you,and your family. Love R.Charla Wiley
Pine Bluff, AR Thursday, May 12, 2022 To my dear sorority sister Angee and the entire family, I am sorry for your loss. May the love of God, give you peace during this time.Tonnia` Moore
Dallas, TX Wednesday, May 11, 2022 Prayers, love and condolences to the family!Please know your pain is my pain!!!
Geneo & Shirley Tucker
Sherwood, AR Wednesday, May 11, 2022 To Angee Butcher & FamilyWe extend our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your loved one (sister) Rosalyn “Roz” Dickens Moore. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. The Bible says “To Be Absent From The Body Is To Be Present With The Lord” and THAT’S where Roz is right now! So let us rejoice and be glad that we will see her again one day because WE serve a ALMIGHTY GOD!
WE LOVE YOU AND MAY GOD HEAL YOUR HURTING HEARTS.
Sincerely
GENEO & Shirley Tucker
Michael Midyett
, TX Wednesday, May 11, 2022 I’m so sorry for your loss.Tim & Qua Ward
Hilliard, OH Wednesday, May 11, 2022 ABHI TO LIFE SHURU HUI HAI meansWe will meet again!
Rest In Paradise Aunt Rosalyn 🙏🏾
Tonya L Walker
Mcgehee, AR Monday, May 9, 2022 Mrs. Roz was always fun to be around.. we had so much in common that it was funny.. When I worked for her it was nothing but laughs and car rides stalking people out. She will be missed and is much loved by everyone she came in contact with. Time to get your rest Mrs. Roz until we meet again.. 😘Central High School Class of 1970
Lake Village, AR Friday, May 6, 2022 Heartfelt condolences in the loss of our classmate, Rosalyn Dickens Moore.Vernell Wilson, Sr. & Family
Montrose, AR Friday, May 6, 2022 Heartfelt sympathy to Rosalyn’s entire family. Rosalyn always met us with a smile and a gentle hello. She was quiet, sweet, strong and all within a loving spirit!! May God continue to bless each of you with his love, peace and understanding in the days ahead.Jonnie Joplin
Matteson, IL Friday, May 6, 2022 I am truly going to miss my childhood friend and classmate. Life took us to different places, but our hearts were always connected. I love how you were always glad to see me and I you. I love you and will miss you Roz. Rest In Peace. Jonnie Carole Wilson-Joplin