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Rosa Steptoe Obituary

Rosa J. Steptoe, a resident of Suwanee, GA and native of Zachary, LA, died December 31, 2021. She was 84. Graveside religious service at McKowen Baptist Church, 7325 Jones Connell Rd., Saint Francisville, LA, on Saturday, January 8 at 1 p.m. Internment in McKowen Church Cemetery. Survived by her daughters, Sonja Steptoe, Suwanee, GA, and Natasha Steptoe Collins and husband Charles and grandsons Charles III and Jordan Collins, Duluth, GA; brothers Eddie Jordan, Jr., Zachary, and Edward Charles Jordan, Sugarland, TX. Preceded in death by her husband, Eldridge W. Steptoe, Jr.

Published by The Advocate from Jan. 6 to Jan. 8, 2022.
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A beautiful person and always had had a pleasant attitude. Praying God gives strength and comfort her daughters.

Deborah Batiste Riley & Family

Deborah Riley

School

January 14, 2022

Sending my condolences to the Steptoe family. May God strengthen and comfort you during this most difficult time. Praying for your family

Deborah Batiste Riley

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January 14, 2022

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.

Barbara Stevenson and Family

January 11, 2022

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Susan Banford Ratcliff and Family

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January 7, 2022

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

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January 7, 2022

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

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January 7, 2022

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Donnettia Houston Thomas and Family

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January 7, 2022

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Elaine Pounds Thomas and Family

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January 7, 2022

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Ruby Torrence Morrow and Family

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January 7, 2022

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

David Torrence Sr and Family

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January 7, 2022

With Deepest Sympathy!

Jessie Scott Family/ Port Hudson

January 7, 2022

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7325 Jones Connell Rd., Saint Francisville, LA

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