Michael Sullivan Rose

It is with a heart weighed down by sorrow that I share the bittersweet news of my dear brother Michael's final journey into the arms of the good Lord on April 17, 2024, at the tender hour of 5:15. The ache of his absence cuts deep, leaving a void that yearns for his comforting presence. Oh, how I wish he could have stayed, for his life was but a fleeting moment of brilliance that ended too soon.

Michael, my shining beacon of a brother, was a paragon of love and protection, a wellspring of wisdom, and a guardian angel who walked beside me through life's trials. His artistic talents, culinary passion, love for learning and his brilliant memory with a head full of knowledge were a testament to his vibrant soul, captivating all who knew him with his boundless warmth and kindness. Michael's unwavering faith in God illuminated his path, guiding him with grace and serenity towards his heavenly abode.

I can still feel the weight of his hand on mine, the warmth of his gaze as he comforted me in the face of our shared sorrow. His words whispered , "It's gonna be OK, it's OK," a soothing calm to my shattered heart, a reminder of his eternal watchful eye over his little sister, even in his final moments.

In a moment of unparalleled selflessness and love, Michael's heart, burdened with its own frailty, found the strength to offer solace to a friend in need. His gesture of giving, of sharing his most precious gift, his heart, stands as a testament to the depth of his compassion and the boundless love that resided within his soul.

Oh, Michael, your absence leaves a chasm in our lives, a void that can never be filled. Your legacy of love, kindness, and empathy will forever be etched in the hearts of all who were blessed to know you. Rest in peace, dear brother, your spirit will forever shine bright in the heavens above, a guiding light for all who are lost in the darkness of grief.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by two siblings, Timothy Rose and Jennifer (Donald) Haines; one nephew, Shane Moyer and great-niece Addison Moyer.

Memorial contributions can be made to KU Medical Center.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.