Clarence Bernard Rose

Tuesday, 20 Feb 2018

Mr. Clarence Rose passed away peacefully at Gillis House on Feb. 20th, 2018 at the age of 81.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 59 years, Verna Rose; 3 sons Derwyn (Brenda), Robert, Kevin (Deb); Grandsons Joe (Crystal), Wayne (Kelsey) Dale (Ashley) and great grandchildren; Granddaughters Darcy and family, Sarah and family, Trazanna and family; siblings Albert (Jean), Don (Helen), Marj (Ernie), Joyce, and many nieces and nephews. Clarence was predeceased by his parents Robert and Elizabeth Rose, his sister Shirley, his only daughter Colleen (1981)and Grandson James (2002). Clarence was born and raised on a small farm near Pelly Sask., the eldest of 6 children. He and Verna moved to Merritt in 1966. Clarence worked as a heavy equipment operator in the mining industry until his retirement in 1996. Clarence’s passions were horses, birds and his hobby farm. Funeral mass was held on Feb. 24th at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Merritt with Father Andy Takach officiating. Service arrangements entrusted to Merritt Funeral Chapel. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the charity of your choice In Memory of Clarence Rose. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.MerrittFuneralChapel.com