Jerome JerWayne James Leroy Mozee

Jerome JerWayne James Leroy Mozee, affectionately known as Rome, passed away on June 29, 2024, in his hometown of Des Moines, Iowa, at the early age of 24. Born on January 5, 2000, in Des Moines, he was the cherished son of Jamie Lynn Gulley and Jerome Leroy Mozee.

Jerome graduated from East High School in 2018. He was an incredibly talented young man when it came to fixing on cars. He enjoyed working with his hands, may it be working on a bike, car, motorcycle or car audio. He loved spending time with his dog Jamaica and hanging out with his family and friends listening to good hip hop and R&B music that had a banging bass to it.

Jerome was like a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day. He had a knack for lifting your spirits with is his goofy jokes and silly impressions. He was a comedian at heart.

Jerome was known for his kind heart, quick wit, and infectious smile. He left a lasting impact on everyone he met. He cared so deeply for the people around him. He made an impact on many lives.

He is survived by his mother, Jamie Lynn Gulley; brothers, Elijah Cobbins, Julien Cobbins, J ‘Sean Thompson, Jerome Mozee Jr, Jeree Mozee, Leon Paris, and Davontae Buckner; sisters, Keyairah Mozee, Shiesha Mozee, Tyreisha Chaplin, and Ritaa Watson; aunt, Felicia Paris; grandfathers, John Wayne Harris and James Carr; a host of other extended relatives and friends.

Jerome was preceded in death by his father, Jerome Leroy Mozee; great grandparents, Fred Young and Lorraine Young; grandmothers, Opal Gene Gulley and Joyce Wilson; aunts, Patrica Young, Jessie Mae Cooper, Ira Jean Tidwell, and Margareta Bright; and cousin, Nicholas Young.

Jerome’s legacy of kindness, passion, and adventurous spirit will live on in the hearts of those who knew him. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

Service will be held at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines, IA. Funeral Service will be on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. Food will be served after service upstairs in the CDP Community Room.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family in loving memory of Jerome Mozee.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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Rhonda Bryant

07/27/2024

My sincere condolences to Jerome's family. Jerome's was a very respectful young man. He was a very responsible dog owner, and loved his dog, Jamaica. I met Jerome last year, when I moved into the senior building. We often met at the south end of the walking trail, and we both had our dogs, and had a great conversation. He was kind, and very respectful to every person he met. I'll miss our little conversations, and mostly will miss Jerome's walk, with Jamaica. My heart goes out to his family, and friends, and to Jamaica.

Sugar

07/26/2024

My prayers and condolences to the family. Jerome was a really nice respectful and sweet person always happy and smiling. Jerome was a jokester! Jerome will truly be loved and missed. May he rise again. 🙏🏾🫶🏽❤️👑