Obituary of Mrs. Roscita De Landro

 Roscita “Beauty” De Landro

Obituary

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved, Roscita “Beauty” De Landro.

Roscita “Beauty” Carolita De Landro (nee Gittens) passed away peacefully on June 5th 2021. Roscita was the only surviving child born to Thomas and Beatrice Gittens on April 10th, 1932 in Tunapuna, Trinidad and Tobago.

She was the mother of Wayne (deceased), Wendell (Cynthia), Wanda-Lee, Wynnell (Curtis), Warrene (Winston), Werna, Whelan (Colin), and Elizabeth.

Beloved Grandmother of Vivian, Victor (Monique), Valentine (Maya), Akil (Rachael), Thionn, Teshad, Vie (Mark), Afiba (Denniscia), Trena, Fiona (Kwaku), Tova, Anika, Nichiren, Samantha, Kevon, and S’vionn.

Great-Grandmother of Delisha, Rebecca, Evan, Amaryce, Miles, Adriel, Aaron, Aredius, Joshua, Johari, Janaye, Jayel, Amari and Leah.

Sister of Thomas, Albertha (Walton), and Vivian

Cherished Sister-In-Law of Frankie (Merle), Grace, Carol, and those who have gone before.

Relative of the Gittens, De Landros, Mondesis and Carringtons.

Dearest aunt, cousin, friend and teacher to many.

Roscita was a proud mother who led with an open heart and provided shelter and sustenance to many. She served her community through her role as an impactful teacher and mentor to thousands throughout the years. She was strong, kind, and always found ways to bring joy and adventure into the lives of her children, family and friends. Planning, organizing and connecting were her superpowers. While we are eternally grateful for the 89 years she was blessed with, we are deeply saddened by her passing. We have lost a bright light but her memory will always live on.