Mrs. Rosena Blanche Hampton "Rosebud"

Mrs. Rosena Blanche Hampton, 89, of Columbia, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 surrounded by family. Born on April 29th, 1935, in Columbia, South Carolina to the late Edward and Mary Blakely. Although Rosena was an only child she shared a special bond with the late Dorothy Adams, her first cousin. She was educated in the Richland County School District. Rosena went to work in the textile industry until her retirement. She was a faithful member of Miracle Faith Center until she was unable to attend. Although unable to physically attend, she never wavered in her love of sharing the good news of God. Rosena's greatest joy was being surrounded by her family. She was affectionately known as “Rosebud” by her children and grandchildren.Rosena was the heart of the family. She loved having her family around her and enjoyed creating loving memories with them. She was an encourager to all who knew her and made everyone feel seen and important. Always willing to listen and give wise counsel without judgement. Her presence, beautiful voice and quiet demeanor will forever be missed by all who knew her. Rosena’s great hope was that her legacy of love and togetherness continues for generations to come. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and two daughters, Judith Hampton and Patricia Gail Gilmore. She was a mother of four children and survived by: a daughter, Andrenia Hampton Spann; a son, Vincent Edward (Marilyn) Hampton; a son-in-law, Leroy Gilmore; grandmother of seven grandchildren, Tammy (Kelvin)Frierson, William Joseph (Casey) Spann, Dayetta Gilmore, Denise Gilmore, Chabrina Smith, Marlania Hampton and Daniel (Kierra) Gilmore; great-grandmother of six, Zuri and Zaria Gilmore Stephenson, Andrew and Corrine Frierson, Kennth Gillard Jr., and Mackenzie Spann; honorary daughter, Betty Cleckley; a very special cousin, Yvette McDaniel, devoted neighbors, and a host of friends. Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m., Sunday, March 16, 2025 at A. A. Dicks Funeral Home Sullivan Chapel, 6400 North Main Street, Columbia, South Carolina 29203. Interment to follow in the Promised Land Cemetery. Public viewing will be held from 12 noon until 6:00 p.m., Saturday, March 15, 2025 and from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service, Sunday, March 16, 2025 at A. A. Dicks Funeral Home. Like our Facebook page: A. A. Dicks Funeral Home - Sullivan Chapel Add our Facebook Friend Page and leave a comment: A. A. Dicks FH

Mrs. Rosena Blanche Hampton "Rosebud"

April 29, 1935 - March 12, 2025