William Michael Rose Sr.

William M. Rose, Sr., 74, of Woodland Acres, Norwegian twp. passed away Friday, November 29th, at his home.

He was born in Pottsville, Pa. on September 6, 1950, a son of the late Gladys (Barton) and Frank Rose.

He was the husband of Jacqueline F. (Parry) Rose of whom he was married to for 54 years.

He was employed by the Swatara Coal Company, Pottsville Area School District, and the State of Pennsylvania Wernersville State Hospital of where he had retired from.  He was also a business owner of J & B Market & Deli and R. & R. Quick Mart. He was a basketball coach in the C.Y.O. League for Saint Francis of Assisi.  He was an avid boxing fan and enjoyed hunting.  What he enjoyed and loved the most was spending time with his two grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Andrew "Butch" Rose, Frank "Fritzie" Rose, sisters, Barbara and Gayle Rose.  In-laws Robert and Carole Parry.

Bill is survived by his wife Jacqueline, three sons, Robert J.,husband of Michelle Rose, William M. Jr, husband of Kacey Rose, and Jeffrey S. Rose. 

Bill is also survived by two sisters, Rosemarie Kuehn and Sandra Spirko, two brothers, James Rose, and Robert Rose.

He is also survived by the loves of his life, grandchildren Emily & Jaxson Rose.

All are respectfully invited to attend a Visitation 9:00 to 11:00 AM on Saturday, December 7th at Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc. in Minersville. A Religious Service will follow at 11:00 at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hillside S.P.C,A.  5 SPCA Rd Pottsville, 17901.

Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc., Minersville entrusted with the arrangements.

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