House Resolution 2013
By: Representative Scott of the 76th
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the life and legacy of Sister Rosa Lee Brown Thompson; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Sister Rosa Lee Brown Thompson was born on January 13, 1933, in
Tallahassee, Florida, to the late Thomas Brown and Lola Brim Brown; and
WHEREAS, she was the youngest of four children and was preceded in death by her parents
and siblings, Eloise Brown Branton, Thomas Brown, and Willie Brown; and
WHEREAS, Sister Rosa Lee Brown Thompson was raised in northeast Leon County, where
she attended public schools and developed a strong work ethic that guided her throughout her
life; and
WHEREAS, she dedicated many years of her life to honest and honorable work as a
housekeeper, embodying dignity, perseverance, and quiet strength; and
WHEREAS, she found joy in simple pleasures, including playing card games and spending
time with loved ones; and
WHEREAS, she was united in holy matrimony to Joseph "Joe" Thompson, and together they
built a loving family and raised two daughters, Willie Mae Brooks and Davonski Cannon;
and
WHEREAS, a woman of deep and abiding faith, Sister Rosa Lee Brown Thompson
confessed Christ as her Lord and Savior and served faithfully as a devoted member of St.
Peter Primitive Baptist Church; and
WHEREAS, her life was a testament to faith, family, service, and resilience, leaving a lasting
impression on all who knew and loved her; and
WHEREAS, on Thursday, November 9, 2023, Sister Rosa Lee Brown Thompson entered
into eternal rest, leaving behind a legacy of love that continues through her daughters,
grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews,
relatives, and friends; and
WHEREAS, her memory will forever be cherished, and her legacy will continue to inspire
generations to come.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body honor and celebrate the life of Sister Rosa Lee Brown Thompson
and extend their deepest condolences to her family and loved ones.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the
family of Sister Rosa Lee Brown Thompson.