Rose was born April 19, 1957 to the late Varthur Butler and Alberta Williams Butler. She was preceded in death by her husband Wallace Ridgell, one step-daughter, Linda A. Ridgell, three sisters, Judy Barnes Merritt, Jane Barnes, Tranie M. Barnes, two brothers, J.T. Williams, and Willie Troutman.
She leaves to cherish her memories one daughter, Andrea Ridgell of Little Rock, AR, two sons Jerman (Nicole) Butler of Selma, AR, Reginald (Patricia) Ridgell of Little Rock, AR. Also mourning her passing are her precious grandchildren: Javion Butler, Tristan Butler, Trinity Butler, Austin Ridgell, Emily Ridgell, and Olivia Ridgell; her sisters Eddie Mae Butler, Jewel (Willie) Taylor, Charledean (Frank) Daniels, Lexia (Curtis) Lucas; five brothers, J.B. (DeLois) Butler, Jimmy Butler, Richard (Brenda) Barnes, Edward Butler, Joe (Kishanna) Butler and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.
In addition to being a great mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Rose enjoyed cooking, fishing, talking on the phone, reading the Bible, and ministering to all within her voice. Rose took every advantage to tell the story of the Lord to both her family and friends alike. Even in illness Rose remained passionate about her calling and was not deterred from her life's mission of serving God. Often times, she could be heard on the phone or in conversation referring to God "That's my MAN!" Rose displayed her acts of love through kindness, prayer, and with her time spent with those closest to her. Rarely seen without a smile, Rose counted it as a privilege to be given an opportunity to share the Story of her Savior Jesus Christ.
Condolences(26)
javion
dermott, AR Wednesday, October 10, 2012 i will always miss love javionNicole Butler
Rock Island, IL Saturday, April 7, 2012 Aunt Rose, you will always be missed.Sheunta Harvest ( Candy)
Pine Bluff, AR Friday, June 10, 2011 Give all your worries to him, because he cares about you... 1 Peter 5:7 Memories last forever!!!!David&Melissa Butler
Rock Island, IL Wednesday, June 8, 2011 Aunt Rose, I'm not sad because you're gone, because I know 100% you are in heaven and you put in your work here on earth to get there! I'm sad because I'm gonna miss your smile, your energy,the way you could light up a room. And leave everyone knowing you was here for God and tomorrow will get better. You will truly be miss! love you always The Rock Island Butler'sMary Gragg
McGehee, AR Tuesday, June 7, 2011 May God Bless you all through this difficult time. I lost my mother three years ago so I have an idea of how you are feeling so hold on to God's unchanging hand and never let go because he will see you through.Miyoshi Marchell Leonard-Smith
Tillar (Selma), AR Saturday, June 4, 2011 We know that God has a beautiful angel with him. This is our loss but it is God's gain. We send our thoughts and prayers to the entire Rev. Rosa Butler-Ridgell family. I will never forget the things she whispered in my ear. She's a woman of God that i'm happy i had the chance to have in my life. Always there to uplift me. I love you Momma Rose and you will be deeply missed. Ann and Jermaine i am here if you need me. I will be there even in the days to come. When it seems hard to bear, just know that God will bring you through. Stay strong, prayed up and always keep the faith. Love you all. Marchelldora lee
winchester, AR Saturday, June 4, 2011 I pray that god will continue to give you comfort during your time of bereavement.Look to the hill from whence cometh your help all help comes from our lord and savior Jesus Christ. Dora LeeAKA-----AnnMr. & Mrs. Jesse Harvest; Rev. & Mrs. Tommie L. Hudspeth, Sr. and Family; Mr. Larry West
McGehee, AR Friday, June 3, 2011 Our prayers and thoughts are with you during your time of sadness. May God's loving arms carry you through the quiet moments, and bring you peace. Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you.Willie Taylor Jr
Ankeny, IA Friday, June 3, 2011 I will miss you aunt Rose here on earth I will see You again in Heaven. Thank You for being there That day helping me realize God needs to direct my life. And the conversation we had Love You. My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me. And I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; neither shall anyone snatch them out of My hands. John 10:27-28.Jeffery Butler
San Diego, CA Friday, June 3, 2011 Hello Aunt Rose. I miss you so much. I wish we could have spent more time. I was remembering the days when I was young you and you would always run your fingers through my hair and would say "You got that good hair!". lol. When we used to go down south I would always want to spend the night at your house hanging out with Jermain and Ann. I'm gonna miss you Aunt Rose and you will be in my prayers. I love you and God Bless.Tyrone butler-williams
Minneapolis, TX Friday, June 3, 2011 I just wanted to say dat I love u very much aunt rose and I wish that.me and you could have had a better and closer relationship. U r my auntie rosie and nothing will ever change that. I am so glad I had the opportunity to know you. U rest in peace auntie..... Sorry I wasn't able 2 make it....Varthur Junior Butler
Fort Washington, MD Friday, June 3, 2011 Aunt Rose you will be deeply missed and always cherished within my heart. Although I didn't come to Arkansas often enough, the times when I saw you made me smile and I will remember that about you forever! I love you and I know you will still be watching over all of us now that you have transcended into the Heavens!Pastor H.L.Dickerson
Dermott, AR Friday, June 3, 2011 I had the privilage to meet Pastor Ridgell,and she was one of Gods warriors,so she will be greatly missed,but her work will go on in the hearts of the people, May God bless the family and friends.LaKeisha Suber
Little Rock, AR Friday, June 3, 2011 RIP My condolences to Jermaine and all of the family. May God bless and keep yall.Chester Butler
McGehee, AR Thursday, June 2, 2011 What a great friend you were.You will be missed.
Chester Butler
Marcia Bell & Family
Arlington, TX Thursday, June 2, 2011 My heartfelt condolences to the Ridgell family, although this journey will not be easy but you're blessed in knowing that your mother's love and her belief in God will carry on and that is the greatest gift a mother can give. ~Bell FamilySylvia Russ
Monticello, AR Thursday, June 2, 2011 Rosa was a beautiful person and she will truly bve missed.,CHARLES
Winchester, AR Thursday, June 2, 2011 Now you are truly with your man (God)! I love you and I'm going to miss you.The Briscoe Family
JEAN
Winchester, AR Thursday, June 2, 2011 I konw that you was a Christian lady and a good friend. I missed you very much. I got to know better last year. You will truly be missed and prayers goes out to your family.SHEILA
Winchester, AR Thursday, June 2, 2011 A friend, spiritual leader,and my sister in Christ. I'm going to truly missed you and our talks on the phone. My prayer goes out to the family.grace
little rock, AR Thursday, June 2, 2011 I will miss youAnnette
Mcgehee, AR Thursday, June 2, 2011 Pastor Rose you will be missed greatly.Yulonda Rowlett Hill
Little Rock, AR Thursday, June 2, 2011 My prayers are with you all during your time of lost. Rose was a beautiful person and will be missed. I had some good days with Rose. Love You AllYulonda Rowlett Hill
Herschell Johnson
Oklahoma city, OK Thursday, June 2, 2011 My condolences tothe siblings and other family
members of Rosa
i know she will be missed
in the community
Tameka
little rock, AR Wednesday, June 1, 2011 Thankful and so blessed for the time I had to hear all the wisdom and the Word from this woman of faith. Rose will truely be missed. But God knows best. I am praying for the strength of the entire family.Michelle Lucas Smith
Dermott, AR Wednesday, June 1, 2011 Our hearts goes out to you. with love from Curtis Lucas and Family.