Lester Lackey & Sons Funeral Home

The earthly life of Ms. Rose Mary Nolley began on Dec. 24, 1939 to the late Mr. and Mrs. Crowley (Mary Ester) Nolley, Oxford. She attended Newton County Public Schools.

Rose departed this life May 16, 2014. Rose was a dedicated and devoted loved one to Mr. L.B. Shepherd. She possessed the love for Christ, showing this through her love for family, her outreach and kindness toward others and a deep desire for all mankind and for Christ.

Rose leaves to mourn her passing and cherish her memories and legacy upon those she touched; her love, Mr. L.B. Shepherd, three sisters; Mrs. Laura Bell Mitchell, Mrs. Vivian Huff and Mr. & Mrs. Norman (Mordean) Glover, four brothers; Mr. Doyle Nolley, Mr. Clifton Nolley, Mr. & Mrs. Bobby (Juanita) Nolley and Mr. & Mrs. Paul (Debrah) Nolley, three special friends; Mr. Earnest Shepherd, Mrs. Mattie Mae Burnett and Mrs. Marie Norrington and a host of nieces, nephews, Cousin, other relatives and friends.

Rose was interred at Oxford Historical Cemetery with her nephews as pallbearers and nieces as flower ladies.
The family of the late Ms. Rose Mary Nolley would like to express our most sincere appreciation to all the extended family, friends, loved ones, acquaintances and neighbors for all prayers, thoughts and assistance during this time. Your loving kindness will never be forgotten. Thank you and may God continue to bless you.