Mrs. Rosa Nell Baskerville Obituary in South Hill at Feggins Funeral Home

Obituary For Mrs. Rosa Nell Baskerville

In Loving Memory of Mrs. Rosa Nell Baskerville VIEWING: Thursday, July 22, 2021 Time: 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM SERVICE: Friday, July 23, 2021 Time: 11:00 AM Feggins Chapel, 409 South Hill Avenue, South Hill, VA 23970 Rev. Ronnie Betts, Officiating INTERMENT: Crestview Memorial Park, 18599 Highway One, North, LaCrosse, VA 23950

MRS. ROSA NELL TOWLER BASKERVILLE, daughter of the late John Towler and Lou Etta Towler Phillips, was born June 22, 1933 in Mecklenburg County, VA.

She transitioned on July 16, 2021 at her daughter’s residence in LaCrosse, VA. Nine of her siblings preceded her in death- Martha Blackman, Mary Jane Dodson, Effie Farrar, Jennie Jacox, Nora Johnson, Moses Walker, Thomas Walker, Andrew Walker and Norris Towler.

At an early age she was baptized and was a faithful member of Union Hill RZUA Church, Baskerville, VA.

She attended Ebenezer School from 1936-1943 and Thyne School from 1944-1948.

On December 8, 1952 Rosa was joined in Holy Matrimony to Richard A. Baskerville, who preceded her in death on May 20, 2002 and to this union two daughters were born. After marriage she joined Gethsemane Baptist Church where she was a faithful and active member of the Deaconess Board, Missionaries, Willing Workers Club, The Spiritual Chorus and the Young People Sunday School Teacher. Her community involvement included being a former member of Carnation Chapter #171 O.E.S., P.H.A. of Virginia.

Rosa was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She truly loved the Lord and was devoted to God and family.

Rosa leaves to cherish her memory: two daughters- Gladys Tanner, LaCrosse, VA and Loretta Weeks, Altamonte Springs, FL; three grandchildren- Alicia (Kai) Pinto, Durham, NC; Malcolm and Ashley Weeks, Altamonte Springs, FL; two great-grandchildren- Kai Jr., and Aniyah Pinto, Durham, NC; four sisters- Everlin Robertson, Grovetown, GA; Patricia Champion, Petersburg, VA; Many Ann Towler, Newark, NJ and Margaret Phillips, Orange, NJ, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

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So sorry to hear of Ms Rosa's passing. Sending thoughts and prayers to the family. May God comfort you! Laurie Thomas, ICM with Optima

Our Sincere Condolences . The Garnes Family

Aunt Rosa, will forever remain in my memory, as being Sweet, Kind and Gracious. She always had a Pleasant manner and Beautiful smile. She instantly could lift your Spirit. Rest In Peace. Love Kia

Aunt Rosa was a Great Kind, Sweet and Gentle woman. She Will Be Missed. Rest In Peace.

Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Ms. Rosa, I did have the privilege to know her beautiful daughters. What a testament as to the magnificent woman she was to have raised 2 of the most wonderful women on the planet. Rest in Power Ms. Rosa, If we live right, we shall see you again. Our sincere condolences.. Carnell & Tangela Thomas

So sorry for your loss Gladys and Loretta and other family members.
Deloris W. Simmons, South Hill,VA

With deepest sympathy we send to this great family. It is reassuring to know that Mother Rose was firmly connected to Jesus. Well done Gladys also.Keeping the family in our prayers. Love you much...the Taylor's ( Rev. James, Joann,Stevie)

May we offer our deepest condolences to the Baskerville family. Mother Rose was surely bound for the Lord Jesus rewards. With the greatest of praise in knowing her as firmly committed to Christ. To Gladys may the Holy Spirit continue to keep you connected. Also to your sister, Alica and the rest of the family. Loving submitted..Rev J.W. Taylor, Sis Joann , Stevie

Rest In Heavenly Peace Miss Rose.

So thankful I was able to meet this kind, sweet, and gentle spirit as an aide. She always had a smile even on the days she didn't feel good. She loves her naps. Miss Rosa you will be missed. Ms. Gladys my condolences go out to you and your family ❤️