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Rosella Drapiza
September 23, 1964 ~ August 27, 2017 (age 52) 52 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Jennifer Ivison Daughtry
September 3, 2017 10:12 PM
I worked at the Blood Bank with Rosella she was such a beautiful person inside and out!! I'm so glad I had the opportunity to get to know her! RIP my friend! To her family , my prayers are with you during this difficult time
A candle was lit by Jennifer Daughtry
on September 3, 2017 10:06 PM
A candle was lit by Marisa Paz 2
on September 2, 2017 5:17 PM
Message from Marisa Paz
September 2, 2017 5:16 PM
Dear Cousins,
Growing up with you has been one of my favorite childhood memories. Each of you have a place in my heart that makes me smile and all for different reasons. Brandi, your faith and strength, is the glue that binds you all. Jess, your compassion and ability to find peace is your gift. Amanda, I can still see your smile and hear your laugh to this day. Shannon, you are just plain silly! AJ, we didn't get to know each other well, but I remember how your mother, father, and all your sisters adored you, you were loved by all. This is the legacy she leaves for each of you. Strength, Laughter, Compassion, Silliness, and Love.
My Deepest Sympathy
All My Love,
Cousin Marisa
Growing up with you has been one of my favorite childhood memories. Each of you have a place in my heart that makes me smile and all for different reasons. Brandi, your faith and strength, is the glue that binds you all. Jess, your compassion and ability to find peace is your gift. Amanda, I can still see your smile and hear your laugh to this day. Shannon, you are just plain silly! AJ, we didn't get to know each other well, but I remember how your mother, father, and all your sisters adored you, you were loved by all. This is the legacy she leaves for each of you. Strength, Laughter, Compassion, Silliness, and Love.
My Deepest Sympathy
All My Love,
Cousin Marisa
A candle was lit by Donna Deal
on September 2, 2017 11:57 AM
Message from The Bartlett Family
September 2, 2017 9:22 AM
Our hearfelt condolences, and thoughts and prayers, are with the family.
A candle was lit by Liz Thurston
on September 1, 2017 6:02 PM
Message from The Hartman Family
August 31, 2017 7:54 PM
We are better people because Rosella touched our lives!
Message from Greg First
August 31, 2017 5:51 PM
I worked with Rosella for many years at the blood bank. When a perspective donor was afraid to try and donate blood for the first time Rosella was one of my favorite go to people. By the time the donation was over the blood center had a life time donor and Rosella had a new friend. The compassion and the way she treated all people will be remembered for a very long time. I appreciate her friendship and will always remember her awesome smile. May God bless her and her family.
A candle was lit by Greg First
on August 31, 2017 5:41 PM
A candle was lit by Melissa Drapiza Anderson
on August 31, 2017 5:35 PM
A candle was lit by Sandra Bustamante
on August 31, 2017 1:36 PM
Brandi, Amanda, Jessica, Shannon & AJ,
As I read the many FB post about your mom, it occurred to me that the common thread that echoes in each one, is her compassion. For Rosella, it wasn't a complicated choice to give a loving hug, listen with sincerity, or to offer what she had to help someone in need. Your mom found a way to help others and she just simply did it. I personally have great memories of when your mom and dad took Ray, Nick, Marisa and myself into your home in the mid 80s. Before she was born God planned for her to help others, while on earth she fulfilled his plan. The Lord was with your momma on this earth, is with her in heaven and will be with her for eternity. Her name fits her perfectly for she was indeed as beautiful as a rose and she will forever be remembered for her acts of kindness and her gentle soul.
My love to all of you, Tia Sandra
Brandi, Amanda, Jessica, Shannon & AJ,
As I read the many FB post about your mom, it occurred to me that the common thread that echoes in each one, is her compassion. For Rosella, it wasn't a complicated choice to give a loving hug, listen with sincerity, or to offer what she had to help someone in need. Your mom found a way to help others and she just simply did it. I personally have great memories of when your mom and dad took Ray, Nick, Marisa and myself into your home in the mid 80s. Before she was born God planned for her to help others, while on earth she fulfilled his plan. The Lord was with your momma on this earth, is with her in heaven and will be with her for eternity. Her name fits her perfectly for she was indeed as beautiful as a rose and she will forever be remembered for her acts of kindness and her gentle soul.
My love to all of you, Tia Sandra
A candle was lit by Connie Crouch
on August 31, 2017 1:28 PM
My heartfelt condolences to the Bustamante family, may you rest in peace my friend.
My heartfelt condolences to the Bustamante family, may you rest in peace my friend.
A candle was lit by Connie Crouch
on August 31, 2017 1:25 PM
Message from Georgia
August 31, 2017 8:26 AM
Goodbye for now, my beloved friend. Will see you in the future. For now I will miss your beautiful smile.
A candle was lit by Georgia
on August 31, 2017 8:23 AM
A candle was lit by Gina Drapiza Brueckner
on August 31, 2017 12:22 AM
A candle was lit by Ely and Cheryl Noay
on August 30, 2017 9:52 PM
It is with great sadness to learn of her passing away. She was a very sweet person loved by many. I have always enjoyed our short conversations while she was in winter haven blood bank. She surely will be missed but never forgotten. My deepest sympathy to her family especially her children, Brandi, Jessica, Amanda , Shannon and AJ May God wrap His loving arms around you and give you strength and comfort in this very difficult time. We love you. Ely, Cheryl, Sunny and Zack Noay
It is with great sadness to learn of her passing away. She was a very sweet person loved by many. I have always enjoyed our short conversations while she was in winter haven blood bank. She surely will be missed but never forgotten. My deepest sympathy to her family especially her children, Brandi, Jessica, Amanda , Shannon and AJ May God wrap His loving arms around you and give you strength and comfort in this very difficult time. We love you. Ely, Cheryl, Sunny and Zack Noay
A candle was lit by Sandra Bustamante
on August 30, 2017 9:23 PM
A candle was lit by Melinda Drapiza
on August 30, 2017 8:36 PM
Message from Rachael Villanueva
August 30, 2017 8:34 PM
I still can't believe you're gone. I know you can hear me now as I write this message. I know you are happier and healthier. You are smiling and free. You and my mom taught me what it means to be a sister. You two were always there for each other. I'm thankful that I was able to witness what it means to always be there for your loved ones. I know you are looking at us all, not wanting us to be sad because you are well. Your soul is well. You are in a divine peaceful place where nothing can make you feel like you are anything less than what God made you.. I love my tia. I'll hold memories with me throughout my life. I'll always remember the last words we spoke to each other. I got to see your face and hear you tell me you loved me. May you continue to watch over all of us. We are all taken care of by our loved ones who pass and become our guardian angels. So I pray, that you watch over all of us as we begin to live a life without our mother, sissy, grandma, tia, and daughter.
A candle was lit by Rachael Villanueva
on August 30, 2017 8:26 PM
A candle was lit by Linda Moffett
on August 30, 2017 7:56 PM
So sorry for your loss. Rosella spoke so often of her family, children and grandchildren, she loved you all so very much. We met at work and became best friends very fast. We both kept telling each other that God brought us together for a reason. I will miss her very much, but I will always have her in my heart. Rosella, we will see each other again when God says it is time. I Love you and miss you my friend.
So sorry for your loss. Rosella spoke so often of her family, children and grandchildren, she loved you all so very much. We met at work and became best friends very fast. We both kept telling each other that God brought us together for a reason. I will miss her very much, but I will always have her in my heart. Rosella, we will see each other again when God says it is time. I Love you and miss you my friend.
A candle was lit by Brenda Phelps
on August 30, 2017 7:30 PM
A candle was lit by Elizabeth Jorge
on August 30, 2017 6:27 PM
A candle was lit by Diane & Rodney Williams, Polk County Florida
on August 30, 2017 5:43 PM
A candle was lit by Mary Boully
on August 30, 2017 4:36 PM
Message from Rudy n Joy Drapiza
August 30, 2017 4:30 PM
Our prayers of blessings upon each of those that loved Rosella. She was a sweet spirit. She love n enjoyed her family so very much. Each one of you, her children, are her legacy to the world. And you are a true testament to her goodness n love. You are "good people". We are saddened by your loss of her too early. Take comfort in knowing you will be with her again in a place of peace.
A candle was lit by Vickie Murray
on August 30, 2017 4:19 PM
My condolences on the loss of your mothet Rosella. She will be missed and remembered with great fondness.
My condolences on the loss of your mothet Rosella. She will be missed and remembered with great fondness.
A candle was lit by Vickie Murray
on August 30, 2017 4:17 PM
A candle was lit by Connie &Gaston Hazlewood
on August 29, 2017 10:06 AM
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