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He was educated in Washington and graduated from Archbishop Carroll High School in 1965. He played basketball and baseball however football was his favorite sport. He was a starting running back and his cleats are still on display today at the high school. After high school Robert went on to earn his Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Drawing from Norfolk State College (University) in 1969.
On June 26, 1970, he was commissioned in the United States Army. Robert served for 20 years which included tours of duty at Fort Ord where he earned his Jump Wings, Vietnam where he was awarded a Purple Heart, Fort Campbell, Fort Dix and Aberdeen Proving Grounds, where he met and married his beloved wife, Deborah Brown. While married Robert did tours of duty in Thailand and Germany.
Robert retired from the Army in 1990 having achieved the rank of Major. He moved and settled in Petersburg, Va., working at Fort Lee until 2000 as a contractor.
He was a member of Gillfield Baptist Church where he was a member of the Men's Ensemble and various activities. Robert was an avid fan of the Washington Redskins. He was also a member of the Kappa Zeta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. of Fort Campbell-Clarksville Area.
Robert loved spending time with the DC Connection RV Club. At the time of his demise he was doing what he loved on a touring adventure with his beloved club members.
In addition to his parents and grandparents Robert was predeceased by his sister, Alice Jean Bass.
Robert is survived by his loving wife, Deborah Rose; brother, Thomas Rose (Ruthenia) and sister, Linda Rose. He also leaves good memories with his three nephews, Courtney Bass, Thomas Rose, Jr., and Justin Rose; three nieces, Kimberly Falwell, Dayna Harris and Danielle Mabry; thirteen great nieces and great nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends.
We find peace knowing the Robert was doing what he loved when he was called home. He will truly be missed.
Services for Robert G. Rose will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, May 29, 2017, at Gillfield Baptist Church, 209 Perry Street, Petersburg, Va., the Rev. Dr. George W.C. Lyons, Jr., Pastor, eulogist. Interment at Quantico National Cemetery.
Family visitation will be held one hour prior to the funeral service at the church.
Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Rose at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for ROBERT ROSE
ADELAIDE WINSTON
May 16, 2020
Miss my line Brother and Friend!! Rest in peace!
Ronald Wallace
May 17, 2019
I have great memories of Bobby and I playing high school football at Archbishop Carroll 1965
Frank Jenkins
May 16, 2019
Bobby,
To the friends and family of Bobby Rose my prayers are with you. Bobby and I arrived at Archbishop Carroll in September of 1961 and our friendship started and evolved. We played football, basketball and baseball together and won an intramural championship together. Bobby and I took classes together and he even stopped by house a few years ago for dinner. He will surely we missed.
August 9, 2017
Bobby,
A true life long friend...we miss you dearly. Rest in God's mercy and love, Soul Brother forever.
John Durrett
August 9, 2017
To the family of Bobby Rose my prayers and sincere sympathy to you all. Bobby and was a kind, considerate, giving and loyal friend. Bobby and I attended Archbishop Carroll High School. Bobby was an outstanding student and an all-around versatile athlete playing football, baseball and basketball. Bobby and I attended Norfolk State College together were roommates for two years along with Dennis Winston. Bobby and I were in ROTC together and entered the Army the same year. Bobby would often visit my wife (Evelyn) and I when he was in the Washington DC area. Many times Evelyn would spend time alone with Deborah watching and caring for Deborah while Bobby and I be off having fun attending Carroll football games and other events. Bobby attended many parties and cookouts at our home. We shall miss Bobby's hearty laughter and warm smile. To the family; may the blessings of the Father, the grace and peace of the Son, and the comfort and guidance of the Holy Spirit be with you always.
Ron & Evelyn Nickens
Carolyn Caldwell
June 3, 2017
Rest in peace my honorary brother. You will be missed.
Carolyn Etheridge Caldwell
DENNIS Winston
May 28, 2017
I send the Rose Family my deepest sympathy and a prayer that God's love will comfort you in your sorrow. I will miss my line brother and friend. I have so many wonderful memories of our days at Norfolk State as well as the great times we shared in his home in recent years! I will miss his great sense of humor, his zest for life, and the strength he exhibited through the tough experiences of life. Rest in peace my brother.
May 27, 2017
Condolences and prayers of comfort for family and friends of Bob Rose! I met Bob many years ago when he worked at Fort Lee. He was always one of the good guys. May God continue to hold family and friends real close during this mournful time and beyond! Hugs, peace, and love.
Linda Harris-Jeusi
Canton, Georgia
Rev. Dr. Dru Roane
May 27, 2017
Prayers are extended to Deborah, as well as Bob's family, at the news of his death. I was in a state of shock and disbelief when informed of his death. Bob was a very caring and compassionate man who reached out to others whenever possible. Ministering to him, when the decision was made to seek alternative housing for his wife, was both gratifying and uplifting as he demonstrated the trust he placed in me to guide him through that difficult season. He did not allow pride to prevent him from seeking advice from his "big sister" in Christ. The coversations shared will be missed. I am comforted in knowing that when God called him home, he was doing what he loved, resting in his beautiful RV.
Family....Grief is a process. Allow it to happen. "Blessed are those who morn, they shall be comforted " Matthew 5:4
I will forever miss you, my brother but I know you are resting in peace.
May 26, 2017
Thoughts and prayers are sent to the Rose Family at this most difficult time.
Bob will be missed.
With sadness,
Magnolias of Chesterfield
Shirley A. Whitaker
May 26, 2017
To the Rose Family:
May you find much comfort at this time. Bob was a good, kind and giving man. He was a gentleman and a God-fearing individual. I met him at Norfolk State University and found him to be a smart, calm- natured person who was dedicated to his career and very helpful and accommodating to his friends and fellow classmates.
He will be missed. We loved him so much, but God loved him more. May you find comfort in each other in the days ahead.
Regretfully,
Shirley "Ann" Whitaker
Retired- Norfolk State University
Department of Athletics
Norfolk, VA
CLASS OF 1971
Roy Campbell
May 26, 2017
My deepest sympathy and prayers for Bobby and to his family. I have offered Mass for the repose of Bobby's Soul. I will miss my high school friend.
May God take him to Himself,
Most Reverend Roy Campbell
Auxiliary Bishop of Washington
Archbishop Carroll High School - 1965
Jocelyn Barnwell
May 26, 2017
With Bob I need condolences for myself. We met through a mutual friend, then discovered that we had so many "alikes". When April came our friend disccvered that we had the same birthday.
I had my special younger "brother".
To Deborah and his family, please know that I am so grateful to have known him. Cherish your memories.
Virginia Chambers
May 25, 2017
I will always remember Bobby's genuine kindness and that great big smile. Bobby brought a ray of sunshine into our lives, with his positive and upbeat approach to life. He will be greatly missed. My condolences and prayers for healing to his family and friends.
Cynthia Mitchell
May 25, 2017
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Rose family. Bob was a great friend and fellow Rotarian. He will truly be missed.
Dick and Pat Gates
May 25, 2017
He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife and family.
Marie Osborne
May 25, 2017
So sorry
May 25, 2017
Please accept my condolences, I just saw him two weeks ago. A very nice gentlemen and I'm glad I had the opportunity to meet him. I'm praying for the family during this difficult time.
RIL Office- Petersburg
Williams Family
May 24, 2017
Please accept our sincere sympathy on the passing of your loved one. You have lost someone very special, someone who touched many hearts. And those hearts will touch many more. And in that way, your loved one will always remain a part of you and a part of everything. May peace be with the family during this difficult time.
Bobby & Joy Ashe
May 23, 2017
There are no word!! Only memories of a wonderful guy and prayers for the Rose family and the DC Connection family as all of us try to understand...Oh Lord, have mercy on us all.
Beverly Williams
May 23, 2017
R.I.P. my friend. It was a pleasure to have met and worked for you. My condolences to your family as you will be truly missed.
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