Rosalind ‘Roz’ L. Spivey-Houston was born on June 27, 1956 in New York, to her late parents, Robert L. Spivey and Abby L. Webb. The second of nine children, she is predeceased in death by four brothers. Ros was raised, and educated in New York, New York.
Intelligent and determined, Roz graduated from State University of New York at New Paltz , where she earned a BA with Honors. While attending New Paltz, Roz met her husband, Kirkwood ‘Curtis’ Houston. From that moment, 44 years of joy, the loving couple became one, and have since been known as, Roz-n-Curtis.
Roz began her career in Retail Management. She earned the position of, Layout Format Director, at Thomas Publishing. After relocating to Virginia Beach in 1990, Roz became a Manager at JC Penney, and later, an Insurance Rep for GEICO.
Roz enjoyed life to the fullest. She was a generous, dedicated person who loved traveling, dancing, and shopping. Roz had a passion for photography, people and entertaining. A fashionista, Roz enjoyed interior design. She loved spending her time at the beach. Roz always found the good in everyone; she was adored and loved by all.
On December 12, 2018, after a long illness, God saw fit to call our loved one home to receive her wings.
Roz leaves to cherish her memory, her husband Curtis, loving pet Midjit; two brothers, Sonny Spivey of Windsor, NC, and Robert Spivey of NYC; four sisters, Thelma Spivey of NYC, Madeline Spivey of NYC, Arlene Spivey and Shirley Spivey of Virginia Beach; her loving niece Debony L. Spivey-Green of NYC; and a host of family and friends.
Roz held near and dear to her heart, her “sister in life,” Sharon Freeman; and “mother figures,” Valerie Handy, and Beatrice Hale.
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Michelle says
December 16, 2018 at 4:42 amAunt Ros. I am going to Miss You. You Always had a Smile and you Loved Your Family. You are at Peace Now, Rest Well, You will be Remembered Always!!
Love Your Niece Michelle
Alicia Hopper says
December 18, 2018 at 12:49 amMy sincere condolences to and prayers for the Houston and Spivey family. Rosiland was a caring and loving person. So grateful that God connected our families. Her warmth and love will be missed by all who knew her. Forever in our hearts.
Love always,
Alicia Francis-Hopper
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Teresa Grier says
December 18, 2018 at 2:47 amI worked with Roz for many years at JCP. She was a special person. She truly cared about her co-workers. I very much appreciated her many kindnesses toward me and my daughter. My condolences to her family.
The Edmonds Family says
December 18, 2018 at 6:10 pmWe send you our deepest sympathy. Words cannot console when we have lost someone we loved in death. The Bible brings us much comfort. I would like to share something I have personally found to be comforting. The Bible at Revelation 21:3, 4 states that God will do away with all causes we have for suffering, as well as sickness and death. Knowing this has always comforted me, and it is my hope that these thoughts will comfort you and your family as well.
Bridgette Perkins/ Sam Sumler says
December 19, 2018 at 3:27 amOur hearts and prayers go out to Kirkwood and to Roz’s family. I had the pleasure of meeting Roz years ago. She was such a beautiful person, always smiling and saying kind words, laughing. Rest eternally dear friend.
Valerie Clark says
December 20, 2018 at 4:23 pmI knew Ms Roz through GEICO. She was simply the best. My heartfelt sympathies are extended to her family.
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December 20, 2018 at 7:54 pmDecember 20, 2018 at 6:53 pm
My deepest sympathy to Roz’s family. She was truly one of the sweetest people that I have ever met. I will miss her beautiful radiant smile and kind heart. Curtis, please know that you are in my family’s thoughts and prayers. Rest well sweet Roz