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Forever
In Our Hearts
In Loving Memory
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OBITUARY
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Lou A. Muza, 94, of Jacksonville, FL passed away
peacefully on Thursday, August 1, 2024. Born
in Williamston, NC on September 24, 1929; Lou
was the daughter of Newbrie and Alice Biggs
Rogerson. She was predeceased by siblings Lillian
Persinger, Clyde Williams, N. Benjamin Rogerson,
Elic Page, and her former spouse, Karl Muza.
Left to cherish her memory are her daughters
Karol Waro and husband Michael, of Virginia
Beach, VA; Sharon McMullen and husband Danny,
of Jacksonville, FL; grandchildren Adam Pipkin,
Ashley Pipkin Wood, Alex Waro, and great-
grandson Joshua Pipkin.
Lou Muza was a beacon of warmth and light. And she spread her joy for life everywhere she went, with a contagious smile that you couldn’t help but return.
Full of poise, grace, and beauty — both inside and out, Mom lived each day with
a cheerful outlook and a grateful heart.
In times of trouble, Mom’s greatest gift was her ability to shine the light of hope into darkness, through her unwavering faith in God, and the power of prayer. She was a source of comfort and encouragement for anyone who was struggling, and she provided the added reassurance of keeping you in her prayers.
Mom always looked for the good in people — and she usually found it. However, when Mom witnessed cruelty or injustice — she saw it as a personal call to rise up against it. Lou Muza was a marvelous mixture of iron and lace.
Classically elegant, Mom took pride in her appearance and dress, and would never think of leaving the house without putting on lipstick and earrings. Her values, on
the other hand, were not dictated by what was currently fashionable, or by convenience. Instead, they were built on applying the "Golden Rule" to all facets
of life. Therefore, to Mom, a successful life was never measured by wealth alone. Instead, she defined it by asking: “Do you love others, and do others love you?”
As a devoted mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend, Mom had that special
ability to bring out the best in us, by motivating and cheering us on. She made us
feel loved, and that we were capable of wonder. I don't think Mom ever realized
how valued she had made each of us feel.
Our Mother was many things to many people: To her children, she was our guiding light, best friend, and greatest teacher. To her grandchildren, they affectionately called her "Dollbaby,” a name that reflected the love and tenderness she brought to their lives. To her son-in-law, she was “Mama Lou,” and a shining example of wisdom, and kindness to everyone around her.
Like many in her generation, Mom found pleasure in the simple
things in life — such as savoring her morning cup of tea, taking
leisurely walks, reading, and singing "Good Music.” Traditional
gospel hymns were among her favorites. At church, during
congregational singing, Mom sang with joy and effortless
harmony, uplifting her spirit and glorifying the Lord.
Beyond that — Mom’s home was her heart throughout her
lifetime, with professional skills extending into the business world
as an executive secretary with Naval Station Norfolk, and Naval
Amphibious Base Little Creek. She retired after 25 years of service.
Growing up in Virginia, her life's journey would take her from Norfolk: to Cleveland, Ohio; Phoenix, Arizona; Virginia Beach, Virginia; Melbourne and Jacksonville, Florida. Wherever our Mother went, she left a trail of sweet memories in her wake.
And now, guided by her faith, Lou Muza’s final journey has taken her far beyond
the stars, and we take comfort in knowing that one day we will see her again —
smiling, with arms opened wide, and the sorrow of her parting gone forever.
Until then, we will cherish the legacy of happy memories she gave us and feel blessed to have been a part of her beautiful life. Above all, my sister and I give thanks, for the life of a woman we so proudly call — "Mom." She was the best mother
a daughter could have — and we loved her.
MEMORIAL VIDEO
