Rosie Williams-Colvin

 Rosie Williams-Colvin was born on December 15, 1943, in Delhi, LA, to the late J. W. Williams and Lizzie Mae Loyd.

She transitioned this life on July 22, 2022, at St. Francis Medical Center.

Rosie confessed Christ as a young age and was baptized at the New Daughters of Zion Baptist Church. She later became a member of the Seigle Community Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend William L. Cann.

She worked as a cook for many years at a local nursing home.

In her leisure time she loved cooking, gardening, and taking care of her family. Rosie was known for her famous macaroni and cheese.

Rosie was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Vinson Williams; stepson, Jeremiah Richards; grandson, Kendrich Jackson; and nephews, Daniel Jones and Mark Williams.

She leaves to cherish her memories: the love of her life, Dennis Richards; one brother, Johny Williams (Wila Mae); two sisters, Minni Jones and Marilyn Rilla; three children, Barbara Colvin, Roy Colvin (LaToya), and Charolette Carter; four stepchildren, Matilda, Destiny, Dennis, and Marterris Richards, all of Monroe, LA; 21 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

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