of Harrison, AR
November 2, 1938 - June 17, 2017
William Charles Rose, Sr., age 78, of Harrison, passed away Saturday, June 17, 2017, at his residence. The son of Rev. William B. ''W. B.'' and Juanita (Cowell) Rose, he was born November 2, 1938, in Little Rock. He was preceded in death by his parents; five sisters; and one brother.
William was a member of Mary Mother of God Catholic Church. He was a U. S. veteran having served as a Navy airman. He worked for the Harrison Police Department over 18 years and later retired from Radio Shack. He learned his electronics skills from the Zenith school in Springfield, Missouri and was a Ham radio operator, number N5VKF. His passions were playing his guitar, fishing with his son and grandson, and amateur astronomy with his daughter.
William is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Bill and Khris Rose, Jr., of Centerton, Arkansas; his daughter, Chris Rose, of Harrison; his grandson, Will Rose, III; his ex-wife, Jan Rose, of Harrison; his half-brother, Allen Luton, of Washington; his half-sister, Ellwood Weed, of Tennessee; his caregiver, Judy Jennings, of Harrison; and several nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Mass was held at Mary Mother of God Catholic Church Saturday, June 24, 2017, with Father James Fanrak officiating.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, 108 E, Sunbridge Drive, Fayetteville, AR 72703.
Bill - Sorry to hear about your loss. Thoughts and prayer go out for your family during this difficult time.
My Favorite Policeman. So saddened to hear of Charlies death. My sympathy and love to each one of you. Love,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this loss.
I am deeply saddened by the death of a dear friend ,I will always remember the beautiful guitar music that William played with my Uncle Ralph every once in a while I would sing along too I always enjoyed moments like that , He was quite an intelligent man too he left a legacy on this Earth for others to pay attention too ,not many are as of good stewards as him ,I honestly admired him ,He always smiled and joked a bit and he made me laugh because they were clean and meaningful jokes ..The Earth will definitely miss Mr. Rose but God will welcome him into Heaven with open arms ..My heart and prayers go out to his family with blessings he will truly be missed.. I have Thanked Bill many times in my lifetime ,However today I thank him for being a good example and patriot for others to follow ..
Sending prayers to all the family, & friends of Bills. I met Bill thought the Senior Center Club, when we lived in Harrison. I was president of it, & he was my vice president. He also started the music group we had at the club, which everyone enjoyed.He was a great friend, & will be missed by many. May he now rest in peace.
My memories of Bill start in 1945 when we started school on Eagle Heights and I sometimes went to his home on E Wolfe where we played under the warchful eye of his wonderful parents.
My sincere condolences to all his family!
So sorry to hear. Always enjoyed playing and singing in groups with Bill. I was a beginner and he had so much patience. He was a kind mind, so thoughtful. He will be missed!
So sorry for your loss. Have known Bill for many years. We got to know him when he was a policeman. Hadn't seen for a few years tho. But our prayers go to your family. Thoughts and prayers, Charlotte Dunnigan and Larry Smith