"Kay and Families, I'm Sorry for your loss at such a young age. He will be in a better place now and be looking over all of you. From your friend: Julie Wiggins Conner 08/22/2011"
In loving memory of
David Rose
December 10, 1955 - August 12, 2011
David Loyd Rose, 55, of Farmington, UT, passed away at home, on August 8th, 2011, surrounded by his loving family, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was loved, and will always be remembered, by his family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers. Visitation will begin after 4:00 p.m. on Friday, August 12th at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, where the family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 that evening. A Christian Vigil Service will follow at 7:00 p.m. at the church. Funeral mass will be held on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, with Rev. Edward Fitzpatrick and Rev. Joseph Phung celebrants. Interment will be in the St. Alphonsus Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a contribution to a memorial fund to be set up in Dave's name for Mt. Pleasant High School's Athletic Department. Dave was born December 10, 1955, in Mt. Pleasant, IA, the son of Loyd and Shirley (Sinn) Rose. He graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School in 1974. On June 4, 1977, he married Kathleen McCormick at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church. Dave obtained his Bachelor's Degree in 1978 from Iowa Wesleyan College and his MBA from Lindenwood College, in St. Charles, MO, in 1988. Dave worked in the telecommunications industry for nearly 30 years, ending his career as the Site Director of the Murray Convergys campus, in Salt Lake City, UT. Although Dave was well-respected and accomplished in his career, he will best be remembered as a loving and devoted husband, father, son, brother, and grandfather, as well as uncle, cousin, brother-in-law, friend, and neighbor. He was a devoted Catholic, who truly lived the true spirit of his religion. Many recipients of Dave's many "random acts of kindness" have been telling their individual stories to his family over the last few months. He was a lifelong fan of sports, supporting and cheering on the Mt. Pleasant Panthers and Iowa Hawkeyes, no matter where his state of residence. Dave is survived by his best friend and wife of 34 years, Kathleen Rose, of Farmington, UT; children, Aaron and Cara Rose, and their son, Liam, of Springfield, MO; Matt and Jennifer (Rose) Deadman and their daughter, Sophia, of Madison, WI; Lindsey Rose of Madison, WI; and Jonathan Rose of Davis, CA; as well as his parents, Loyd and Shirley Rose, of Mt. Pleasant, IA; his siblings, Michael and Barbara Rose and Mark and Theresa Rose, all of Mt. Pleasant, IA; and Terry and Christy (Rose) Strohman, of Des Moines, IA; as well as a number of beloved cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles. His family would like to thank the medical team at Huntsman Cancer Institute for their wonderful care and compassion for Dave during the months of his illness.
Tributes
"Dear Kay & Family, and the Rose and McCormick Families: I haven't been around Dave since high school, I have great memories of him as a great student, athlete and an all-around kind man of character. While the grief of this loss is great, our thoughts and prayers are that God's comfort and presence would be even greater during this time. With sympathy, Ted & Denise Whaley"
"Dear Rose and McCormick families, Thinking of you at this difficult time. May it help somehow to know caring thoughts are with you. What a winning smile Dave had. Our deepest sympathies,Pat,Steve,Owen,& Karin Rod"
"Dave- Your smile could light up a room anytime you walked in! You were always so positive & had such a respected leadership presence here at Convergys. Thank you for all the support & guidance you provided to me & my staff. It was truly a pleasure to know you. May the memories live on in the hearts of all your friends & family during this difficult time."
"Kay and family - So sorry about your loss. I didn't have the chance to know Dave after high school but he was one of the nicest guys I knew. Sounds like you and he have a wonderful family - not surprising with two great parents. My thoughts and prayers are with you and may God give you the strength you need at this difficult time."
"We are so saddened to hear of Dave's passing. We will keep you and your family in our hearts and prayers. We pray that God will give you the strength for the days to come. You are truly a blessed family who touches many hearts."
"Dear Kay and family, Our sincere sympathy to you all. Dave will be remembered as a wonderful person who gave of his time and always seemed to be truly interested in others. May God Bless and Comfort your entire family. Karen and Steve Brimhall"
"Kay & Family--I was deeply saddened upon hearing of Dave's passing. I did not know Dave that well & only saw him at the family reunions. You & your family are in my prayers. I pray that God will give you all the strength you need now & the days to come."
"I really enjoyed working with Dave. He was always so down to earth and showed great respect for everyone on the team from the entry level people on up. I loved that he walked from building to building and enjoyed being outside. I remember the collection of golf balls on his desk he picked up on his walks - even though he didn't play golf. I know his family will miss him and I'm glad he got to experience his grandchildren. My best to all the family."
"Dave was a great man. He was able to balance compassion and caring with an ability to drive his employees to success. He was a man of integrity who I looked up to and admired. Although as co-workers our paths did not cross often Dave's leadership had an impact on me as it pushed me to be better. That's just the kind of man Dave was. He will be missed."
"Dear Kay and Family, I was truely saddened to read of Dave's passing. I will always remember working with Dave at Williams Clothing while he was going to college. He was a great friend and mentor to me. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family."
"Dear Kay and family, My thoughts are with all of you. The memories of Dave and everyone in your family as we all grew up in the best place in the US are still in my mind. He will be missed."
"I can remember the first time our families met. I especially remember Dave's warm and wonderful smile and his ease in facilitating conversation among all surrounding the dinner table. Both of our children -- our daughter Stephanie and Jonathan -- were so anxious and nervous, hoping that the evening would go well. And with great thanks to Dave's warmth and outgoing personality, it was truly a wonderful evening. Since that time Stephanie and Jonathan have followed their own paths but remain close. But for six years, we always felt that Stephanie was blessed to have such a wonderful family welcome her into their circle of love and happiness. Even though we did not share a lot of time together, we will forever be grateful for your kindness, your generosity, and your wonderful sense of making people feel welcome and appreciated. We will miss you. Our sincerest condolences to Kay; Aaron, Cara, and Liam; Lindsay; Jennifer, Matt, and Sophia; and especially to Jonathan."
"I just received the news of Dave's passing and it is truly devastating. Dave was a true friend and mentor to me, and I will never forget his help, patience, and personal kindness to me. He was truly one of a kind and set a great standard to follow. His warmth, fairness, and integrity made him a terrific boss and a real inspiration. You are in my thoughts and prayers."
"Dear Aaron, Cara, and family, We are so sorry for your family. We truly know what you're going through. May God bless each and every one of you. Love, Uncle John Aunt Kerry Seth & Kellee"
"Dear Kay & family, My heart goes out to each & everyone of you, during this sad & difficult time. Dave was such a great person. May his love in your hearts help comfort you forever."
"Dear Kay and family, I so saddened to hear of Dave's passing. My prayers are with you and your family. Deepest sympathy, Sandra Wesely Allender"
"Dear Kay and Family, Sending loving sympathy to you all. I remember growing up with Dave in Mt. Pleasant. He was the kindest soul to everyone. A real genuine person. May God comfort you all at this time. Julie Larsh Douglas"
"Dear Kay and family, Rose family, and McCormick family, I am so very sad to hear of Dave's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May the God of all comfort be with you today and in the days ahead. With heartfelt sympathy, Linda Carver Rosenau"
"Dear Kay and family, I am so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Deepest sympathy, Mary Bates Anderson"
"Dear Kay and Family - I am so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. My prayers and love are with you. God Speed Dave on his journey to Eternal Life. My deepest sympathies to all of you. God Bless You âa¥"
"Dear Kay and family: I am so shocked and saddened to hear of Dave's passing. What a wonderful kind human being he was. He always had a friendly caring smile for everyone around him, no matter who you were or where you were. My thoughts and prayers are with Kay and the McCormick side but also with the dear Rose family who I have always admired. He will truly be missed."
"Kay - I am so sorry to hear of Dave's death. I hope you find comfort in happy memories and the prayers and good wishes of friends and family. Please count mine among them. Deepest sympathy, Ruth Rommel Garrett"
"Dear Kay and family, I am deeply saddened to hear of Dave's death. He was a wonderful person and will always be remembered. My sincerest condolences, Ann"
"Dave it was a great pleasure to know you as a manager, and a friend. Your kindness, fairness, and love was felt by all. I will look back with great fondness and a smile hopefully as big as yours. You will be greatly missed by everyone you have touched. My thoughts and prayers go out to Dave's family and friends during this time."