Rosa Washington Obituary
We announce the death of Rosa Washington in Mound Bayou, Mississippi, born in Tutwiler, Mississippi, who passed away on September 6, 2026, at the age of 74. Rosa will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rosa Washington to pay them a last tribute.
Rosa will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Rosa will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Rosa’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Rosie Lee and Willie White; her husband Lester E. Washington; her siblings, John W. Long, Willie White Jr., Gloria Peete and Willie Mae Sims; and her son Lester L. Washington.
She is survived by: her children, Tina Harris (Kwame) of Arlington, Leslie Powell (Darnell) of Little Elm, Texas and Jeffrey Washington (Elizabeth) of Memphis, TN; her sisters, Virgie Henry and Alma Norwood (Harold) of Burnham, Illinois; and her sister-in-law Linda "Feby" White. She is also survived by ten grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
