Rosa Martin

The Story of Rosa "MaMa Rose" Mae Martin Those we love remain with us, for love itself lives on, and cherished memories never fade because a loved one's gone; those we love can never be more than a thought apart; for as long as there is memory, they'll live on in the heart Rosa Mae Martin (Mama Rose) was born October 24, 1933 in Opelousas Louisiana to parents Edwina and Ernest Dixon. She was very close to her parents and was the only child born of this union. When Rose came of age she moved on her own to Houston, Texas and attended school in McKinley, Texas where she completed the ninth grade. In 1952, she met James Wesley Martin Sr., the two united in holy matrimony and welcomed their first son Ernest James Martin a year later. At age 21 Rose and her husband along with their son relocated to Denver, Colorado. Rose and James welcomed their second child Mimi Martin followed by James Wesley Martin Jr., and Richard Martin. The family settled in Denver and became members of St. Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church. Rose was an exceptional mother. Her love was unconditional and she made many sacrifices for her family, She ensured the wealth of her children's future through guidance, discipline, and support. She was heavily involved in the children's studies, participated in PTA meetings, and back to school nights, and whatever activities they were involved in. Rose was a personable, loving, and vibrant individual. Many found her to be a trusted confidante and as a result long-term relationships developed. Much like the ones between her good friends Wanda Miller and Vergie Burkes. She was outgoing, loved to travel, dance and could dress to impress with a hat collection out of this world. Rose was a fun loving woman, who enjoyed life and those she encircled. In 1964 Rose and James divorced and she later met Robert Smith Sr. (Smitty), whom she had two children with, Robert and Robin Martin. She birthed one more child, Kenneth Martin for a total of seven children. Rose remarried in 1979 to Ernie Craig Sims (Pops) thought the marriage was short lived they remained friends. Rose lived out her golden year with long-time companion Robert Smith Sr. Rose Martin departed June 9, 2017 in her home of 49 years. She left peacefully and was surrounded by loved ones. She is survived by her children: James Wesley Martin Jr., Mimi Woods (spouse Thomas), Robert Smith, Robin E Revere-Tidwell (spouse Doug), and Kenneth L Martin (spouse Anjie) Grandchildren: Robert, Jamo, Quincy, Demond, Kenneth, Darnell, Jackie, Robin, Shaunta, Vanessa, Danyelle, Fatima, Sir, DeQuan, Kendra, Zakia, Laneedra, and Zavier

Visitation: 6/19/2017 at 4:00 PM - Pipkin Braswell Chapel of Peace - 6601 East Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO
Service: 6/20/2017 at 11:00 AM - Pipkin Braswell Chapel of Peace - 3370 Ivy Street, Denver, CO
Cemetery: Private Cremation - 6601 E. Colfax Ave., Denver, CO
Family Gathering: - Pipkin Braswell Reception Center - 2428 Ogden Street, Denver, CO