Rosaleen “Rose” Ennis Lucas, 85, died May 20, 2019, in her Roanoke Rapids home, while surrounded by her family.

Rose was born April 4, 1934, in Halifax County, the daughter of James B. and Sallie Kay Bobbitt Ennis.   

She retired from the Office of the Halifax County Clerk of Superior Court, where she was an Assistant Clerk.  

Following her retirement, Rose volunteered at the hospital, receiving several commendation pins for her hours of service.

She was a faithful and long time member of Bethlehem Baptist Church.

Rose liked to crochet and knit; she also enjoyed raking and working in the yard.  

She liked cooking and canning. Rose joined some of her former high school friends, known as “The Girls” for a monthly lunch date.

Most of all, she was an avid sports fan, following the participation of her grandchildren at their events.

Survivors include her sons, Michael A. “Mike” Lucas of Roanoke Rapids, Robert N. “Robbie” Lucas of Raleigh; grandchildren, Christy Lucas Hudson (Danny), Michael Cole Lucas, Jessi Kate Lucas; great-grandchild, London Gabriella; a special cousin, Gwen Allen; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Rose was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Maurice N. Lucas; and a sister, Elizabeth Curry.

The family will receive friends from 6 - 8 pm Wednesday at Hockaday Funeral and Cremation Service, and at other times at her home.  

The funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm Thursday in the funeral home chapel, with Pastor Randy Martin presiding.  

Interment will follow in Bethlehem Baptist Church cemetery.

Online condolences may be left at hockadayfs.com

Memorials may be sent to Bethlehem Baptist Church, 3902 US Hwy 158, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870.

Arrangements are under the care of Hockaday Funeral and Cremation Service.