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Leo Rose

San Antonio, Texas

Mar 11, 1921 – Jul 8, 2020 (Age 99)

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BORN
March 11, 1921
DIED
July 8, 2020
AGE
99
LOCATION
San Antonio, Texas
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Leo Rose - WW2 Veteran, Community Leader, Sports Maven, Adored Patriarch, Son, Brother, Husband, Father and San Antonio Legend passed away peacefully at home on July 8th, 2020 at 99 years of age. An icon of the Greatest Generation, Leo was born in Minneapolis in 1921 and moved to San Antonio...

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My condolences to everyone in the Rose and Levit Family. Julie was a very dear friend of mine in school. We went to a Spurs game in the 70s. At the half time the announcer called out a ticket number. It was mine! Think that was a coincidence? I went down to the court to try and make a free throw shot. I think it was an air ball. What a wonderful memory. I think about you Julie, more than you can imagine Love to you Julie, Staat 512-762-0154 Give me a call or text.

My sisters and I are old friends of Leo's daughter, Julie, who I haven't seen since we all lived in southern California. My condolences to Chickie, Julie, Kenny and the entire family on your loss. Obviously, Leo lived life to the fullest and left an incredible legacy in so many ways. I am sure his memory will comfort you greatly in the years to come. Julie - if your read this - I would love to reconnect with you after so many years and catch up. With love, Danielle Weiner Dallas, TX

My sincere condolences to a good friend and sports enthusiast. I remember the great tennis matches with many good friends. I will greatly miss Leo.

What an amazing life and man. My husband Charles, always told me about the story of how Leo and Melvin Lachman approached him as the owner of Handy Andy to purchase their pencils and then the wonderful toys for the stores. My heart goes out to you Chickie and family as you find comfort during this time.

Chickie, I was so sorry to hear about Leo. But what a beautiful long life he has had. I had no idea he had accomplished so much and been a blessing to so many. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Please accept my heatfelt condolences for your family's loss. Leo was a pillar of giving in San Antonio and a kind man. May you find some comfort in knowing that he did so much good for so many.

Leo Rose was a giant to me, generous, humorous, productive and a special friend. I was able to know Leo better through my Aunt and Uncle, Reba and Walter Viner. I saw Randy Beemer announce Leo's passing with a tribute in Channel Four News.
Leo loved sports, especially Tennis. Much of San Antonio is a result of Leo's generosity and dedication. My mother, Isabel Sanditen, joins me in conveying our condolences to Chickie and the family. I was blessed to know Leo Rose.

My heart goes out to the family of Leo Rose. More than 80 years ago, Leo and I belonged to a teenage organization, the AZA. We had a fantastic basketball team, with Leo as our #1 player, Leo's brother Bernie, Dave Cohen, Oscar Schwartz and others I don't recall. Then there was me, the wanta be sub. We played other teams in and out of San Antonio. I, as well as others will forever remember Leo for his MAGNETIC SMILE.
A long time friend, Soupy Reich

Lunch with Leo Rose (con't) And how sometimes his solitude was the best company to keep. When we parted we thanked him for his conversation. We watched him drive off, under his own steam, keys in hand. I looked at my husband, and said, I hope you realize That was an opportunity not given to every man. My husband said, yeah, he was amazinginspiring, And all the same, just a guy with a beer. It was in that moment that I knew I was talking to a giant. I knew him from years past, and his...