Obituary of Reverend Harry Sandford Rose

1938 - 2010

It is with deep sorrow that the family of Reverend Harry Sandford Rose announces his sudden passing on Friday, February 5, 2010 in Cranbrook, British Columbia at 71 years of age.

Born on March 5, 1938 in Toronto, Ontario, Reverend Rose was a compassionate and vibrant man. Although often challenged health-wise, he fearlessly and cheerfully embraced life while seeking out new pastimes. He was devoted to his family; looking for opportunities to spend time with his wife, children, grand-children, great-grand-children and other relatives as well as to research the family roots through genealogy and meet new family members. Community-minded, and fired with a passion for the military and legion, he was always ready to volunteer his time and talents. His enjoyments in life, outside the church, came from the time he spent in his garden and traveling. His creativity revealed itself in woodworking, making Christian jewelry, drawing, rug design, and wine-making.

Reverend Rose is survived by his devoted wife Nancy; son Matthew (Michelle); daughters: Sari (Joseph) and Sylvia (Douglas); grandchildren: Jacqueline, Claire, Patrick, Mackenzie, Jason, Sharon Anne, Jennifer, Elizabeth, Nicholas and Natasha; great grandchildren: Stephen, Ryan, Samuel, Kassity, Justin, Danica, Doane, Damien and Noah; sister Reta; brother William (Shirley); brother-in-law Richard (Wendy) and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents William and Neta Rose.

A memorial service for Reverend Rose will be held at Christ Church Anglican in Cranbrook on Friday, February 12, 2010 at 1:00 pm. His Interment will take place in Westlawn Cemetery. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution in honour of Reverend Rose may do so to the: Heart & Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon Cranbrook Unit, #101, 105 - 9th Avenue South, Cranbrook, British Columbia, V1C 2M1, a local Haiti relief fund of your choosing, or PWRDF - The Primate's World Relief and Development Fund, 80 - Hayden Street Toronto, Ontario, M4Y 3G2.

 

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

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