Born in Haiti, she was the daughter of the late Leonce Baptiste and Jenia Tanis. She was a longtime resident of New Bedford and was a homemaker. She was a strong woman, who raised 12 children with pride. Rose loved her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking and cleaning. She enjoyed farming, caring for her animals and growing her own food. They lived and survived off their land. She was also a very proud and religious woman, and she touched many hearts. She will be deeply missed.
Rose is survived by her children, Emmanuel Benjamin and his wife Violette of Brooklyn, Philome Benjamin of New Bedford, Joseph Benjamin of the Bahamas, Raoul Benjamin, Yves Benjamin and Ylliana Benjamin all of Haiti; seventeen grandchildren, to name a few, Geraldine Clerge, Daphanee Benjamin, Jacqueline Jean, Sergo Jean, Jacques Benjamin and Wilson Joseph; over twenty-one great-grandchildren, to name a few, Jominy Baselais, Keiann Louis, Blondine Benjamin, Dave Mitchel and Joshua Baselais; and many nieces and nephews.
Her funeral service will be held Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 11:00AM in the ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 1285 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford, MA 02745. Visitation prior from 9:00 to 11:00AM. Burial in Pine Grove Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited. To leave a note of condolence: www.rock-funeralhome.com
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