“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you.
Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
St. John 14:27

Blessed be the name of our God who gave the precious gift of life to Rosa on August 14, 1936, in Kingston, Jamaica, West Indies. After the passing of her mother Ruby, she was lovingly raised by her grandmother, Myrtle Forrester. Rosa was the oldest daughter.

Rosa received her education from Saint Catherine Senior High. Soon after senior high school she became a Clerk in Allman Town Kingston. Rosa was a hard worker, beginning work at the age 18. She met George Chin-Loy and from that union, at age of 21, Rosa had her first child, Denise. She later got
married to Winston Burke 1967 and then later divorced.

In 1970 she migrated to the United States to Brooklyn New York. She got her start as a live in aide for two years. She then started at Bowery Savings Bank in 1972-1988. She relocated to Miami, to help her daughter Denise with her grand children. In June 1988 She started working at Memorial Hospital in the dietary department until she retired in 2003.

Rosa enjoyed going to the casino and playing Bingo, Riding her Bike, traveling, and going on cruises, where she made long lasting friendships. She had a love for cooking especially making roast duck and cow cod soup.

Rosa (Chicquita) was a loving and devoted matriarch of her family. She sacrificed and committed her life to care for her family. She had a genuine concern for others and had a way of making people feel loved and accepted. She was known for her faithfulness to God, and her family. One of her scriptures was Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me. She enjoyed being among family and friends and valued those relationships. Those who knew her will cherish her memory and are grateful for the role she played in their lives. They count it a blessing to have shared her life.

On October 23,2021, Rosa answered her Master’s call, the gates of Heaven opened and the Angels of the Lord rejoiced as they welcomed her home.

Rosa is survived by her Daughter Denise Sutherland, three grand daughters Shireen, Chinuku and Deonna, five great grand children Mardeja, Dezarian, Derrick jr, Sha’Lasia, and Cedric jr. Her sister Doreen (Moy), brother in law Collin, Brother Leroy and sister in law Eris, three nephews Howard, Kirk and Tony, one niece Karen, cousins Forresters, Swabys, Yeekees, and a host of other relatives and friends. Preceding her in death: Myrtle Forrester (Grandmother), Ruby Fong Lee (Mother) and Joesph Fong Lee (Father), Louis Fong Lee Sr (brother).

Rosa (Chiquita) kindness and her generosity reflected the love of Jesus. Her calm demeanor and her gentle spirit touched the lives of many.

A Public Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 6, 2021 from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM with a Tributes of A Lifetime and Prayer Service beginning at 12:00 PM at Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, 6400 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Florida 33024.  Burial will immediately follow at Lauderdale Memorial Park at 2001 SW 4th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33315.

For those who cannot attend the Service, the family is providing a live video stream of the service for family and  friends to attend virtually on Saturday, November 6, 2021 at 12:00 PM;  This will be LIVE on the Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care Facebook page at: Hover & Click to the Right of the Arrow —> BOYD-PANCIERA FAMILY FUNERAL CARE FACEBOOK