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Estella Rozella “Rosy” (Crews) Metcalf, 95, of Bloomington passed away at her home on Friday morning January 15, 2010. She was the daughter of Andy and Lottie (Meadows) Crews born on March 19, 1914 in Bloomington. Rosy is survived by her daughter, Sharon Metcalf of Bloomington; sisters, Maxine Pontius and Velma (Maurice) Hartsock and sister-in-law Helen Metcalf all of Bloomington; five nephews, Kenneth Crews, Jerry (Carol) Hartsock, Greg Chitwood, Donnie (Marianne) Chitwood, Steve (LuAnn) Pontius; six nieces, Phyllis Carter, Judy (Mike) Vaughn, Janet (Jerry) Waterford, Sandra (James) McLary, Terri (John) Weiser, and Gloria (Richard) Baur. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 64 years, Robert Vilas Metcalf, who died June 9, 2004; brothers and sister-in-laws, Howard (Silva) Crews, William (Jessie) Crews, David (Lucille) Crews; sisters and brother-in-laws, Agnes Henry, Sibyl (Fred) Chitwood, Orville Metcalf, and Wayne Pontius. Rosy was a faithful Bible student and member of the Bridge Church of Christ. She loved teaching and learning about the word of God. She was a devoted mother, wife, sister, and friend. She was most happy when friends came to visit. A graveside service will be 10:00am Tuesday, January 19, 2010 at the Little Union Baptist Cemetery in Unionville, with Russell Minett officiating. In memory of Rosy Metcalf memorial contributions may be made to the Bridge Church of Christ, 6110 N. Tunnel Road, Unionville, IN 47468.

I didn't know Rosy but from the love of your family has expressed, she must have been a wonderful person and had a huge impact on you all. I pray God's comfort and blessings on you all as you carry on her legacy.

Sandy Ramsey - signed on: 03/11/2010

I am a friend or am Blessed with the friendship of Janet! She shared with me that you lost your Mother and asked for prayers for you and all. I felt even though our paths have never crossed I wanted to write you a note. God works I think in many ways but one I know for sure is the common denominator of losing a MOM!(to support and encorage one another. It sounds like you were Blessed with such a Mom. I have often said the price of loving one so much is full of grief for those left on this earth. I know we all realize and are thankful when our loved ones reach heavan, I also know how difficult it can be to face each day without her. Please know your love, memories and sternght will still sustain you from this momenet and the days ahead. Again, just know my thoughts and paryers are with you. I will touch base through janet and maybe sometime we can meet. Take such comfort in all the support and love you receiev from those around you. Jeannie Bower

Jeannie Bower - signed on: 01/31/2010

Dear Sharon,
I am a friend of Janet's and wanted to tell you how sorry I am to hear of your loss. Janet has so many happy memories of you and your Mother. It makes me smile to hear of them because I lived close to my grandparents and have the same memories too. My aunt lived with my grandparents to take care of them until they left this world to go into the arms of Jesus. What an amazing daughter you were to her, not many people do that anymore. You will be in my prayers as you adjust to your new life. Be blessed in the knowledge that you honored your Mother like no one else could do. You are an amazing example of a faithful servant! God Bless you!
love and prayers,
Vicki Sullivan

Vicki Sullivan - signed on: 01/24/2010

Sharon,
I am so sorry for your loss. I didn't know your mom, but Janet told me several wonderful, heartwarming stories about her. What a wonderful testament of her life to know how many lives she touched in such a wonderful way. I know she blest so many and was loved dearly. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

God bless you and be with you

Teresa Durbin - signed on: 01/22/2010

Sharon,

I have been a friend of Janet and Helen's for a very long time. Your mother had a very special place in their hearts. My mom and I live together, so know that you and your mom shared a very close bond. Please know that many are thinking of you in this time of sadness.

Suzanne Barker - signed on: 01/22/2010

Dearest Sharon:

My heart weeps, but also rejoices, for you as you remember the wonderful times that God gave you with your precious mother, Rosy. Cherish them well, dear sister in Christ, and know that I will be here on my knees praying for your days ahead.

With Christian love,

Judi Roberts

Judi Roberts - signed on: 01/22/2010

To my dear cousin Sharon,
I was so sorry to hear about Rosy. What
a wonderful Aunt she was to Janet and I. I remember all the good times we had as kids playing our games,eating peanut butter & jelly sandwiches, and of course drinking our hot tea. Rosy was always there to give us a big hug,and she made us feel so much at home.I always wanted to stay longer. I was glad that David and I got to visit with both of you in Oct,we had such a good time. You will always be in our prayers. May God watch
over you and help you thru this difficult
time. Please call me anytime and we can
laugh and cry together. You are loved by
so many people. God bless you always.
Mike and I love you very much.

Judy Vaughn - signed on: 01/21/2010

Sharon,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Even though I didn't know your Mom, Janet is a very good friend of mine and I just know she was a wonderful woman. She will be missed greatly. Know that there are many thinking of you and praying for comfort for you in this very emotional time.
Blessings,
Tonia

Tonia Hitchcox - signed on: 01/21/2010

Sharon, I am a new email friend of Janet's. She has been telling me much about your mother and the blessing she has been to many. I lost my mother nine years ago and it still hurts. But it does get easier. We live our lives from here with the thinking that we want to make them and the Lord so proud of us in how we lived after they were gone. I wish you well. We grieve but we grieve in hope. Bless you.

Gayle Anderson - signed on: 01/21/2010

Sharon, I'm so sorry about your mother's death. May the peace of God's holy spirit comfort your heart and soul.
Love, Jayne Dillman

Jayne Dillman - signed on: 01/21/2010

Sharon:
Via Janet, I just learned today (1-21) of your mother's passing. Had I known, I would have personally paid my respects. Please know you are in my prayers! I met your mother some time ago, and found her to be just as Janet lovingly described. Of course knowing you, she set forth a wonderful example that you so carefully follow. Continue in that path of righteous and allow God to do for you what no one of human ability can do for us! Know you are loved!

Michael Davis - signed on: 01/21/2010

Sharon,
I'm so sorry about your mom's passing. I love all of Mammaw's sisters and remember how much fun I had as a kid when I spent time with them. They always had such fun together. I'm praying for you today. I'm praying you'll be blessed and comforted.

Jill (Chitwood) Abram - signed on: 01/19/2010

Maxine: I am sorry at the loss of Rosy.I remember Mom talking about her and that she was your sister. Hope you are doing well and think of you every time i pass your house here in Martinsville.

Keith Gray

Keith Gray - signed on: 01/18/2010

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