Dennis Merritt Rose

Dennis Rose Obituary

Dennis Merritt Rose of West Chester Dennis Merritt Rose, 75, of West Chester, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013 at his home, after a long illness. He was the son of the late Robert S. Rose, Jr. and the late Janet Kelly Rose. Dennis was in his 76th year, and had a long career with General Motors. He attended Wilmington Friends School, Governor Dummer Academy in S. Byfield, Mass., and Penn State University. Dennis was a lifetime member of the West Chester Elks Lodge #853 and was actively involved in their activities. He was an avid reader. Surviving Dennis are a son, Brett Sanderson Rose; a sister, Devereaux R. Bruch; and Carol Lawrence, his devoted friend of many years. Relatives and friends are invited to his Memorial Service, 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2013, at the DellaVecchia, Reilly, Smith & Boyd Funeral Home, Inc., 410 North Church Street, West Chester, 610-696-1181; www.DellaFH.com Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the West Chester Elks Lodge #853, PO Box 29, West Chester, PA 19381.

Published by The Daily Local from Feb. 18 to Feb. 19, 2013.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Dennis Rose

Not sure what to say?





Rose Family. Sorry to hear of Denny's passing. He was a very good friend to my Father Art DeAngelo. A fellow Elk. He was a good man. He was helpful to me with my Dad. God Bless and be with you. Shirley Lindsay

Shirley Lindsay

February 24, 2013

Goodbye for now Denny. I will miss you on my Sunday shift. Rest in peace.

Cora Farley

February 22, 2013

To Denny's Family,
I've known Denny for years, very casually, at the Elks Club. He was always polite, funny, friendly and enjoyable. So sorry for all you will go through with this loss. I hope you will have peace in knowing he is at rest and out of pain and suffering. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this painful time.

Judy Cosgrove

February 20, 2013

WENDY BATSON

February 20, 2013

WILL BE WELL MISSED WILL IN OUR THOUGHTS FOR EVER

WENDY BATSON

February 20, 2013

Farewell my friend. I love you! You were a kool character and sometimes very funny, at least you cracked me up! Especially when you called me Chatty Cathy! I will miss you indeed!

Cathy Babic

February 20, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with Denny's family and friends

Kim Cronin

February 19, 2013

Farewell My Brother!

Joe Sullivan

February 19, 2013

Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results

Make a Donation
in Dennis Rose's name

Memorial Events
for Dennis Rose

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

DellaVecchia, Reilly, Smith & Boyd Funeral Home

410 North Church Street, West Chester, PA 19380

How to support Dennis's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Dennis Rose's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more