Dora Lee (White) Roseburrow was born in Crystal Springs, Mississippi on May 2, 1941 to the union or Willie and Ruthie Mae White. From a young age, Dora had a heart open to faith. She confessed Jesus Christ as her personal lord and savior at an early age and became a member of Clear Creek Baptist Church in Crystal Springs under the leadership of the late Reverend Dr D.D Smith.
Dora relocated to Benton Harbor, Michigan where she reaffirmed her faith at Progressive Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Rev Dr. Daniel E. Cook and later Rev. James O Childs.
Dora’s love for music was unmistakable. Gifted with a beautiful singing voice, she joined the church choir alongside her sisters, lifting her voice in praise and worship; a true family affair filled with harmony, both literal and spiritual.
Professionally, Dora dedicated many years of service to the Shoreham Nursing Home until she retired, Choosing to care full-time for youngest son, Demario a role she cherished deeply.
Love found Dora in 1973 when Clifton Roseburrow laid eyes on her and boldly declared to himself that she was going to be his wife. True to his word on March 19, 1979, Dora and Clifton were united in marriage. Their union lasted until Clifton’s passing in 2002, but their love story remains timeless.
She wore many hats; and her kitchen was her sanctuary, where she cooked for family and friends with joy and love. Dora worried over her family like only a mother could, always asking, always checking in,
If you were lucky enough to know her, you undoubtedly heard her favorite saying “I love you so much, and there’s nothing you can do about it.”
She is survived by her children: Robert Lee White (Valarie) Denise (David) Kilpatrick Both of Benton Harbor, MI
Her Siblings Include: James Ella (Michael) White of Benton Harbor, Johnny Williams of Orlando, Florida Willie Lawrence ( Susan) White of Benton harbor One Brother-in-law Roosevelt Boone of Cleveland, Ohio
Her grandchildren includes; Robin Rockette (Benton Harbor, MI) Monica Daniel (Kansas City, MO) Precious Kilpatrick (Dallas Texas) Cierra Kilpatrick (Grand Rapids, MI) Dae’vion Kilpatrick (Benton Harbor) Robert Berry, Virece Berry, (all of Benton Harbor) Jerome Stewart, Robert Stewart, Jerell Stewart (Cleveland, OH) Roderick Stewart (Bedias, TX)
In total Dora was blessed with 11 grandkids and a host of great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
We want to thank EVERYONE that has came and seen or spent time with her in her last days.
Dora is preceded in death by her parents Willie and Ruthie Mae White, Her Sons Demario Jackson and Johnny McGowen, her granddaughters Victoria White & Davon Kilpatrick, Her grandson Kelvin Dixon and her Siblings Willie Ruth Boone, Laura Mae (White) Allen, Annie Mae Jackson, Maggie Thomas, and Johnnie B White.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Robbins Brothers Funeral Home, Benton Harbor.