We come together today with heavy hearts, but also full hearts, to celebrate the beautiful life of our beloved mother, sister, friend, and servant of God: Rosa Mae Norman.
Rosa was born and raised in a loving, faith-filled home. She grew up with strong family values, shaped by her parents who instilled in her the importance of faith, hard work, and compassion.
From an early age, she learned how to serve others, not just with her hands but with her heart. She was a devoted sister, daughter, and friend, always stepping in to help, to lift up, and to love. She later built a beautiful life and home of her own. As a mother of four boys, she was our constant – our rock, our counselor, and our greatest cheerleader. She raised her children with grace, discipline, and endless love. Her family was her pride and joy, and everything she did, she did with them in mind. She leaves behind a legacy of love that lives on in her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and all those she nurtured along the way.
Her devotion to the Lord was unwavering. She was a member and also served faithfully in the Phillipi Church of Christ for many years. Serving in the choir, an usher, and also as both a missionary and a committed member of the Pastor’s Aide Ministry. She was a woman of prayer and action – someone who didn’t just talk about faith but lived it. Whether organizing outreach, supporting the pastor, or simply being a quiet encouragement to those around her, she exemplified the hands and feet of Christ. She was known for giving her time, her wisdom, and her heart. Whether visiting the sick, helping neighbors, or offering a warm meal to someone in need, she had a way of making people feel seen and cared for.
She also attended Bible College to grow her knowledge of Christ. She went to Business College and school for Stenography. Her work ethic was unmatched as she spent years employed with the following companies: Administrative Assistant with Kuehne & Nagel, Store Manager at Family Dollar, Procurement Administrator with PHARxMOR, Better Business Bureau, and AARP as an Administrative Assistant. Rosa worked with the same dedication and integrity she brought to every part of her life. No matter the job, she gave it her all–not for recognition, but because that’s just who she was. Her coworkers respected her, and many became lifelong friends.
In these final months, we witnessed her strength in a new way – in her stillness, her peace, and the deep love that surrounded her. And while her body may have grown tired, her spirit never did. She was truly a woman of Proverbs 31 – clothed in strength and dignity, and always walking in wisdom. She laughed, she prayed, she loved and she made this world better just by being in it.
As we say goodbye for now, let us carry her legacy forward. Let us love like she did. Serve like she did, and walk with faith like she did. Because to truly honor her life is to live ours in a way that reflects her example. We thank God for her time here with us. Though we miss her deeply, we rejoice in knowing she is resting now in the arms of her Savior, reunited with loved opnes, and watching over us. Rest well, dear mother. Your work is done, your crown is won, and your memory will live on in each of us.
She was predeceased by her parents; James and Mary Norman, sisters Virginia Streets, Annie Jean Norman, and Gloria Norman; brothers, James L. Norman, Edward Norman, Freddie Norman. Rosa leaves to cherish; her children, Al-Lain Norman (Trina), Earnie Norman (Nikki), Sheldon Norman (Crystal), Trent Norman (Nicky), 11 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, sisters, Alma Norman and Linda Mays (Frank), a whole host of family, and special friends.
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Sheila (Jenkins) Linyear says
June 23, 2025 at 8:25 pmYou have our deepest sympathy for the loss of your love one.
Jenkins & Linyear Family.
Deborah R. Morning Lee says
June 27, 2025 at 2:19 pmTo the family of Miss Rosa Norman Aka Miss Bae Bae, I send my sincere prayers of comfort and condolences to you All! Miss Rosa was a very beautiful and spiritual woman of God whom I’ve admired and respected since I was a young girl growing up out Youngs Park! I watched her raised 4 boys who grew up to be very respectful men! She didn’t play with them! So with this said,”Miss Rosa go ahead and Take Your Rest! Your job on this earth is done! I love you, and Always Will!
Robin Woodley says
June 24, 2025 at 11:13 amTo my family, please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of our dear Bae Bae. May God bless you all with comfort and strength during this journey 🙏
Mary Phelps Eure
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Gladys Thomas says
June 24, 2025 at 10:05 pmTo the Family: On behalf of The James Lee Norman 2025 FamilyReunion, a jewel (Rosa) will truly be missed during the Celebration of the Legacy of our Patriarch and Matriarchs descendants . Family keep those beautiful memories of Rosa, wisdom, love and family in your hearts. I enjoyed working with her on the 2023 Family Reunion. Your mother, sister, grandmother and great grandmother, Auntie, cousin and friend was a blessed woman of God who cherished family.
With Love, Gladys Thomas; Greensboro, NC
Rev. Sharon A T Fields says
June 26, 2025 at 1:44 amMy Condolences to the family at this time in your life. My prayers r w u. God peace and love towards you all. In loving memory to your mother Miss Rose, grandmother, she is at peace now in His loving arm.
With much Love Rev. Sharon Alexander Fields.
Rev. Sharon A Fields says
June 26, 2025 at 1:44 amMy Condolences to the family at this time in your life. My prayers r w u. God peace and love towards you all. In loving memory to your mother Miss Rose, grandmother, she is at peace now in His loving arm.
With much Love Rev. Sharon Alexander Fields.
Cleveon Bryant says
June 26, 2025 at 1:57 pmMay God give you comfort.
My sincere condolences to the Norman Family. Sister Rosa will truly be missed, she was a spiritual warrior for the Lord. It was a blessing to have been her pastor for 30 years.
Bishop Cleveon Bryant
Bishop Cleveon Bryant says
June 26, 2025 at 1:59 pmMay God give you comfort.
My sincere condolences to the Norman Family. Sister Rosa will truly be missed, she was a spiritual warrior for the Lord. It was a blessing to have been her pastor for 30 years.
Gladys Williams Gray & Family says
June 27, 2025 at 4:55 amI send all of my love & prayers to your Family. Bae Bae was an outstanding, kind sweet, caring, beautiful person. I’ll remember the many times she would call & talk to mama (Mother Lillie Mae Williams). She was a strong woman of God. She had a caring spirit. She loved her family & us too. She will be missed dearly , but her love will always be in our hearts. Rest in The Lord. We love you.
aleta banks says
June 27, 2025 at 8:06 amMy deepest sympathy to the Norman family, remember all the goodness that ya’ll had with your mom and it will make it easier on your 💕 hearts,peace be with you all.
Gladys Williams Gray says
June 28, 2025 at 11:50 amYesterday was a beautiful Homegoing. Your family did an excellent going home. The word was so rich. What a word!!!! Singing is in y’all blood. The songs of ZION were so Angelic. BRO. TOPSY & MA MARY NORMAN WOULD BE SO PROUD & HAPPY. I will continue praying & loving y’all. AMEN. GOD BLESS Y’ALL. BAY BAY COULDN’T Hear it but WE DiD.
HALLELUJAH ♥️ ♥️ ♥️ SHE LIVED THE LIFE!!!! AMEN
RIP ROSA MAE NORMAN