Rosa Borders Obituary in Shelby at Enloe Mortuary

Obituary For Rosa Borders

Rosa Jackson Borders transitioned this life on May 16, 2023 at Atrium Health-Cleveland in Shelby, NC. She was born on March 3, 1935 in Cleveland County to Louise Jackson Wilson and George Oakes, both who preceded her death. She graduated from Cleveland High School and attended Cleveland Tech (Cleveland Community College) where she obtained her CNA certification. She began her career as a CNA at Cleveland Memorial Hospital and later was employed with PPG (Azdel). She retired at the age of 55 to continue her purpose and passion; fostering children. She opened her house to 20 + children over the years.

Rosa was a devoted member of Durham United Methodist Church, where she was a faithful usher. If you knew Rosa, you would see her reading faithfully during her spare time and being the life of the party. Up until she could not move freely, she enjoyed traveling the world and going to yard sales. Rosa lived a full and vibrant life in which she leaves behind so many cherished memories.

On January 1, 1953, she joined Charles William Borders in holy matrimony who also has preceded her in death along with her sister, Lulia Bonner. From that union came four children, the late Charles William Borders, Jr. ( the late, Sally), Christopher Jerome Borders, Jacqueline Borders Hoey (Bobby) and Valerie Borders Haynes (Vincent); two gifted children during infancy, Bruce Borders and Hakeem Borders; host of children that Rosa and Charles raised and nurtured, Isaac Logan (Donna), John Logan, Virgil Baccus, Santy Wood, Bobby Brooks Jr. and Dana Hopper and special God children, Jara McDowell, Linda Huskey (Johnny)and Keshia Spikes. She built a special bond between each one of her grandchildren, Deron Thompson, Torie Little (Lee), Vincent Haynes, Jr. Courtney Haynes and holding Melani Hoey and Tekeshia Borders sincerely special to her. She also leaves to mourn her sisters-in-law, Betty Manuel, Jennie Camp (Henry), Lena Mae Borders, (Joseph-deceased), Lillian Herring (Thomas-deceased), Bennie Borders (James-deceased); brother-in-law, Robert Borders; special friends, Dorothy Mask and Ruby Spikes. She also leaves behind a host of great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren all whom she called her pride and joy; nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, May 22, 2023 at 12:30 PM at Durham United Methodist Church. Burial will be at Cleveland Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM until 12:30 PM and at other times at 448 Monroe Street Shelby

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My very deepest condolences to Rose's family. I knew her my whole life and sorry I'm just finding out of her death. She one one of the greatest baby sitters I ever had and you to fellowship with her often while visiting her niece Rosalyn during school. I pray that she found her new home with Jesus for Rose had an impeccable kind heart and spirit! Amen Rev. Johnny Winston, III

We pray Comfort for you, in this time of sorrow. Ms. Rosa was something else, Out spoken and who keep you laughing. She shared her love and wisdom to many not only Shelby, but surrounding areas also. Although she will be greatly missed, she will also be greatly remembered. Jerry L. Hopper and Family

We extend our deepest condolences to the loss of our loved one Rosa Borders, you will be truly missed! May God continue to bless the family during your time of bereavement.
Love you, Richard Petty and family of Pittsburg PA.

We lost an aunt, best friend, sister and cousin. We are so blessed to have known Rosie a lifetime. Her memory will forever be in our hearts. Rest in Jesus. Annie Dorsey and family.

I am so grateful to have had you in my life.I know God put you in my path cause he knew you was for us and he gave us one of his best angels.Thank you for always being there for us. Rest til we meet again. Sissy Arias

My condolences to family and friends. We shared some good laughs and visits... I appreciate the love you showed me and I will miss you something awful... Rest In Peace Mama Rosa

Sorry for your loss.Ms rose is one of the original robertsdale mothers and her children are our sisters and brothers love y'all dearly. Mamie Kate Jackson and family.

Our Deepest Condolences & Prayers are with the Family 🙏🙏🙏 May God give you all the Strength you need in lost of your Loving Mother Mrs. Rosa🌹🌹🌹. Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Jackson ( Brenda McShaw)

My condulence and prayers for the children and grand children and her family of Rosa Borders. She was a dear friend to my mother and a neighborhood mother to us as we were growing up as well. She will be miss. My she Rest In Peace.

Ms Rosa's BFF Helen Barrow are celebrating and free in Glory!! Jackie and Valerie my respect to you both as you lovingly supported your mother in her golden years. No regrets. Tanzy Barrow Wallace

Thank God for Rosa. She was a big part of my family's life. Rosa is a beautiful, loving ,caring person who we will never forget you.❤️❤️

Aunt Rosa was my Girl! She was a Woman of her Word And Meant What She Said!! She Called People Out Whenever needed. Whether we liked it or not! You will truly be missed but your spirit will continue to live on. ❤️🙏🏽
Love,
Gina (AKA Your Favorite Niece) and Family

So sorry for your loss I will continue to keep your family in my prayers. She will be deeply missed.

We offer condolences to the family of cousin Rosa.May God strengthen each of you as you face these difficult days.We know that God is a present help in the time of need.Praying for all of you ❤️🙏🏽.James Webber,Roger/Suzette Ross,Eric/Sharon Davis,Barry/Andrea McNeil,Ronald/Elizabeth Webber,and families.