Donald Edward Rose, age 62 of Hastings, passed away Sunday, September 14, 2014 at his home.
Don was born on November 9, 1951 in Hastings, the son of Paul and Irene (Hook) Rose. He graduated from Hastings in 1984. Don was a truck driver for multiple companies until his retirement in 2008.
Don's hobbies included driving in the Demolition Derby, watching wrestling, and doing puzzle books. He enjoyed listening to country music. Don also enjoyed spending time with his grandkids and great-grandkids.
Don was preceded in death by his father, Paul Rose, mother, Irene Cousino, sister, Suse Ann Smith, brother, Darryl Rose, sister, Gloria Woolman, twin grand-sons, Devin and Tyler Reese, and Step-granddaughter, Amber Fenstemaker.
Don is survived by his wife, Patricia Rose of Hastings, children: Donald Rose, Sandra Geist, Alisha Rose all of Hastings, Jasmin (James) Slagel of Nashville, step-children: Tracy (Kevin) Phenix of Hastings, Steve Quay of Cedar Springs, Jenee (Larry) Smith of Hastings, grandchildren: Kenneth (Dannie) Fenstemaker, Aricka Rose, T.J. Donley, Donovan Rose, Terrick Smith, Christopher Rose, Cheleste Rose, Paula Quay, Jessie Kent, Cody Quay, Brennan Slagel and Dremony Harvey, sisters: Penny (Mike) Callihan, Marsha (Clif) Hutchins, Dawn Snider, June Rose, numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and special sister-in-law, Marilyn Kelley.
A memorial visitation will be held on Friday, September 19, 2014 from 1 pm until 3 pm at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family to help with funeral expenses.