Memorial for Robert C. Rose
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Born on Aug. 30, 1941
Departed on Oct. 19, 2009 and resided in Lake Odessa, MI.
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Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009
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Friday, Oct. 23, 2009
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Woodland Memorial Park
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ROSE---Robert C. Rose, aged 68, of Lake Odessa, passed away unexpectedly at Pennock Hospital late Monday evening, October 19, 2009. Bob was born in Hastings on August 30, 1941 to Carl and Alice (Curtiss) Rose. He had served his country in the U.S. Army from 1960-1962. On September 7, 1963, Bob was united in marriage to Sandra Towns. He had retired from General Motors after 38 years of service. Bob loved photography, and for 25 years he owned The Photo Gallery in Lake Odessa. Bob also loved NASCAR, antique tractors, and classic cars. He and Sandy enjoyed camping throughout Michigan. Bob was a family man and spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren was important to him. He is survived by his wife, Sandy; children, Teresa and John Simon of Lake Odessa, and Rob Rose and fiancée Jody Lake of Belding; grandchildren, Zackery, Jordan, and Gabe Simon; mother, Alice Rose of Hastings; sister, Sharon Augst of Houston; sister-in-law, Arlene Rose; and several nieces and nephews. Bob was preceded in death by his father, Carl Rose; brother, Larry Rose; nephew, Troy Augst; and mother-in-law and father-in-law, Doris and Lloyd Towns. Visitation will be held from 5-8 PM on Thursday, October 22 at the Koops Funeral Chapel. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, October 23 at the Koops Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in Woodland Memorial Park. The family has suggested that memorial contributions may be made to the Lung Transplant Department at the University of Michigan.
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This Memorial Obituary provided by
Koops Funeral Chapel
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