Rosalyn Stephoney Hamilton, a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, of Miami Gardens, passed away Sunday, November 27, 2016, at the age of 89. Preceded in death by her parents, Octavio Haylock and Theresa Hamilton. Survived by her loving daughters, Laferen Reid and her life partner, Rudy Stewart, Sandra (Ted) Almarales and Sherlyn Hamilton; grandchildren, Andene, David, Derrick, Jasmin, Jaleesa, Jenika, Jaida, Amairi, Luvenia (Mario) and Nayhria; great-grandchildren, Octavia (Corey), Crystal, Jahmari, Ashley, Adaijah, Mailani and Lamell; great great-grandchildren, Corey, Za’Rya, Zoey, Jaylen, Asia and Toni-Nichole. Also survived by sister, Arlene Stewart. The family will receive friends on Friday, December 9, 2016, from 3-9 p.m. at Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, University Drive Chapel. Tributes of a Lifetime Service will begin at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be on Saturday, December 10, 2016, 11:00 a.m. also at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Hollywood Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
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Jerry & Cynthia Bucknorc (Loxahatchee Florida)
December 2, 2016, 12:00 am
Our deepest condolences to the family . She was surely a very sweetheart .
Augusto (Pops) and Araceli Acosta (Miramar, Florida)
December 2, 2016, 12:00 am
Our sincere condolences to the family. Steph was a wonderful person who was very sincere. We will surely miss her beautiful smiling face at the events that we attend. You all now have your special angel looking down and taking care of her loving family. May she R.I.P.
Ernest N Brannon Jr. (Jamaica New York)
December 3, 2016, 12:00 am
My deepest sincere condolences !!
Devereaux and Pauline dupuy (West palm beach florida)
December 3, 2016, 12:00 am
We have loss a very special person. I remember the first time we met stephy, it was two same personality crashed and then we hit it. I am so glad that I met you because you were always an inspiration. Sleep on in peace steph, until God call us home.
Theryl Franklin-Meighan (Seattle)
December 3, 2016, 12:00 am
A beautiful lady in every way. She was loved by many and will be missed by many. May she rest in peace.
Linda Sumpter (New York)
December 4, 2016, 12:00 am
To Sandra Wanted to offer condolences.Praying your heart be comforted in this difficult time and trusting you will hold on to your faith. Love Pinky and Auntie
Jenika Almarales
December 7, 2016, 12:00 am
Grandma, I miss you so much. My heart weeps. It still hasn’t hit me yet. Just feels like you’re in Belize or New York. I will forever love you. I wish I would’ve told you that more, spent more time with you.
Margaret Coleman (Kissimmee, FL)
December 7, 2016, 12:00 am
My prayers and thoughts are with you all as you move through each day. It’s heart warming to know that so many will always remember Steph and the joy and laughter she brought to all.
Carolyn Dixon (Pembroke Pines, Fl)
December 8, 2016, 12:00 am
Sending condolences to Sandra and her entire family. Praying you will find some comfort at this time. From the beautiful pictures you have posted of your mom she was definitely a fun loving women. May she rest peacefully. Love you Sandra.
Sandra Almarales (Miramar)
December 9, 2016, 12:00 am
My mother ,you will be in my heart, it is very hard for me. I know you loved me ,I will miss you , but the time we spend for the last six weeks was the best my life with you. We laughed ,cried, and you told me stories of your younger days. RIP my love.
Karen Pilgrim-Dyer (7655 venetian st Miramar fl 33023)
December 9, 2016, 12:00 am
What an awesome soul, a beautiful woman who lived life like it’s golden, she did it her way. I can go on and on . I will miss you and all the joy and laughter you bring. My condolences to the family. Love you Stephanie, I will celebrate you and smile when I think of you. .
Michelle Gardner
December 9, 2016, 12:00 am
So sorry to hear! My deepest condolences to the family.
Sonya Brown (Miami, Fl)
December 9, 2016, 12:00 am
My condolences to your family. Ms.Stephoney was a beautiful person with a great spirit. She will truly be missed. May God continue to guide and bless. Much love
Kenneth Peters (Miami, FL)
December 9, 2016, 12:00 am
Our deepest condolences, words cannot explain how difficult this period has been, our consolation is that we know she is resting in the arms of our savior where there is no more pain and suffering. Rest in peace my friend until we meet again. My family and I extends our deepest sympathies a and pray you find peace during this most difficult period.
Jenika
February 2, 2017, 12:00 am
Today is tough, you’re on my mind so heavy. I miss you. It’s been 2 months, & I haven’t fully dealt with your passing. I love you
Jenika
November 19, 2020, 9:17 pm
Grandma its almost 4 years without you, I miss you entirely too much. I have to convince myself you’re in Belize/New York or I will have a meltdown. I love you <3