Mamma still missing you.
Will have pizza in your honor this weekend.

As like every day I looked at my calendar and realized that Mama had left us on this day. Then I looked up and saw the most spectacular and fiery bright sunrise.......Could she be speaking to us? Bitter sweet it was, but then I knew, that choosing a lot for my retirement home it had to face the sunrise. I am sure she could recite a poem that would be fitting to accompany this morning's sunrise. Tried to add my video from this morning but could not.Thanks Mamma still living in our hearts.

An old gospel song says, "If I can help somebody as I pass along, then my living shall not be in vain." These song lyrics sum up Jean's personality perfectly. She was always willing to lend a helping hand to those who asked, and even to those who did not ask. She was a kind, loving soul, and it was an honor and a privilege to know her. Love you Jean!

I'm sorry for the delay in writing my tribute, but I think that the procrastination was a subconscious way of not making her passing real. I have such fond memories of Auntie Jean. My earliest memories involve her picking me and Melissa up from elementary school. We would always return to an afterschool snack and her loving, tender ways. Always a teacher, she would help us with our homework and teach us more than what was being covered in class.

As an adult, one of my favorite memories is when my mom and I her visited her at her home one summer day a few years ago. She was about to catch the bus to a cookout at the Senior Center, but we offered her a ride instead. What started as a quick visit, turned into an all day affair. You know she was a talker, so she had to introduce us to ALL of her friends. She also made sure that we were well fed and we spent the entire day at that cookout! She was a kind, loving soul, who I will always love. Rest in peace.

My deepest condolences to the Stephens, Charles, and Ramsey families....My untie Jean (mamma) was definitely the matriarch of the family. She loved to cook, sing, teach and nurture the young ones of the family. One of my most fondest memories was when I was in St. Vincent for the summer, I couldn't have been more than 8 years old and mamma Jean was taking me to the school where she taught. While teaching the lessons for the day, I was in class (skylarking) a popular vincey term that meant goofing off. After a stern warning I still continued to play until I felt a lash! I looked up and untie jean was standing over me with a switch. After drying my tears I straightened up and listened to the lessons of the day. After school ended, we started to walk home until we got to the Ravishing Rabacca River! It was so strong and wide. I couldn't believe this was the little river we walked through in the morning. As we stood there wondering how we were getting home, I young man came over that she knew. He offered to take us across the river, and before I knew it he hoisted untie Jean up in one arm and me in the other. As we crossed the river his legs trembled step by step fighting the current that has been rumored to have swept trucks and people away in the blink of an eye. When we got home I had dinner, some ketchup and rice, ground provisions, and some meat. That was one of my most memorable times with Mamma Jean. Untie you have touched the lives of countless people and you'll be missed dearly! Love Jr.

Mama Jean,
For as long as I can remember, you have given so much of yourself and your wisdom in a strong and quiet way without expecting anything in return. 
I often marveled on how you navigated the MTA bus lines so masterfully to get around.
You will be forever in my heart and thoughts.
I pray for your eternal rest in the bosom of our LORD.

To Hyacinth, Jennifer, Irma and family I share in your sorrow with love and
friendship. May the LORD give you peace and comfort during this time
and days ahead.

To my dear teacher, I thank God for your life and I thank God for the early education you have instilled in me. I am forever grateful. Rest in peace.

Zita Adams

Mama Jean was a loving kind hearted person with a warm smile. Ms. Charles my deepest condolences to you and your family. May God comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time. 

I remember meeting this beautiful woman 17 years ago. Chris kept saying to me “my Grandmother is going to love you”.When he took me to meet her, I will never forget the smile on this little woman’s face and her laugh. I knew instantly I would love her so much. I was never more right. Mama Jean and I clicked, even more when we learned our birthdays were 7 days apart. There’s not enough words to express the kind of relationship I had with her. I would tell her all the time “you’re my little homegirl”. From our phone conversations to our Sunday Church dates to our errands and porch talks, she became my own Grandmother that I’ve always wanted. She treated my as if I was her own grand child, she would tell everyone including the cashiers in the stores “This is my adopted grand daughter” lol. She became my sponsored God mother When I was confirmed 7 yrs ago. If there was anything on my mind, whether I was upset, sad, worried or excited about something I would call her to tell her. She encouraged me in so many ways. When dealing with my own health battles she told me to keep fighting, And don’t give up. she also encouraged me to finish school. She was the 1st person I told I am graduating this year.She gave me a big hug and laughed, she was so happy for me. Every time she saw me after that, she called me “the graduate”. Words can’t express how much I will miss you Mama Jean. Your laugh especially.I am so honored to have been apart of your life and you apart of mine and Our daughter Jordan Tracy’s life. Thank you for piercing our hearts with your beautiful spirit. We will continue to honor you and you will continue to live in all of us.I’ll always remember your words “Believe only half of what you see and nothing that you hear”. Enjoy your new home in heaven with My Tracy. Rest in peaceful paradise Mama Jean, until we meet again. I will love you forever Angel. - Candacy 

Mama Jean a loving and caring woman, always greets you with a smile.
Hyacinth, please accept my deepest condolences . Prayers for comfort and strength for you and your family at this time

My dearest Condolences to you Boss Hyacinth and Family... My fond memories of Mama Jean was right here at Interfaith Medical Center, "I need your phone number so that I can call you,
You face Pretty eh". Those was her soft kind words every time we saw each other... and I am sure my number is in her phone book a dozen times.... Mama Jean you will be missed...
                   RIP...
From M Ned.... Hyacinth's Adopted Daughter.

It was truly an honor to have known Mama. Such a humble loving, caring, selfless woman who always had a welcoming smile on her face. Never failed to acknowledge and welcome your presence whenever you were around her, if you weren't around she made sure to ask about you and how you were doing. She never forgot to ask about your kids or compliment you on how nice they are growing, just an outstanding super superb woman. We are all blessed to have crossed paths with such a wonderful Super Woman. May her soul rest in eternal peace. Sleep on Mama , you've done well.