Barry Ernest Rose

April 15, 1938 - April 29, 2011

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our kind and caring husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle after losing a brief and brave battle with cancer. Predeceased by his twin brother Larry Rose, Barry is survived by his wife Dwila of almost 49 years, daughters Bonny (Harvey) Lalach, Heather (Tony) Biollo, and grandchildren Nicholas, Lauren, Julia, Lindsay, Delaney and Sophie. Barry also leaves a

brother, Rolland (Helen) Rose, Ladysmith, B.C. and sister Lois Corsie , Maple Ridge B.C. as well as nine nieces and nephews. Barry was a proud Firefighter who served for 24 years. Barry moved from New Westminster, B.C. to Kelowna in 1959 to work at Shop- Easy. Barry married his wife Dwila in 1962. Barry managed People’s Food Market for a number of years before joining the Kelowna Fire Department in 1974. Barry drove for BC Transit part-time for 28 years. Barry was a loving husband, father and grandfather and his kind, compassionate, caring manner touched many lives. Barry’s eternal optimism, sense of humour and good will toward others will be forever remembered and cherished by all those who knew and loved him. Many thanks to the nurses and hospitalists Dr. Penner, Dr. McLellan and Dr. Wall on 4B for all their care, compassion and time for Barry’s many stories. Thank you to the staff at the Hospice House who took such good care of Barry and his family during his last days. A private family service will be officiated by Rev. Dr. Lorna Hillian. In lieu of flowers, Barry requested any donations go to our local SPCA.